The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Department of Commerce, Govt. of India has issued Trade Notice No. 15/2025-26 dated 29.10.2025 regarding the revision of exporter eligibility criteria for registration on the “Source from India” service of the Trade Connect ePlatform.
As per the revised criteria, all exporters having a valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC) and a minimum export realisation of USD 100,000 in at least one of the previous three financial years are now eligible to register on the platform, effective from 1st November, 2025.
The “Source from India” portal is a key initiative of the Government of India designed to create a digital bridge between verified Indian exporters and global buyers. The platform serves as an official online marketplace that enhances international visibility, facilitates business connectivity and promotes ease of doing business through DGFT’s Trade Connect ePlatform. By registering on this platform, exporters can benefit from increased exposure to overseas buyers, direct trade inquiries and improved credibility as part of a government-recognized exporter database. This initiative is expected to significantly boost export promotion and market outreach for Indian exporters.
Members are strongly encouraged to register on the “Source from India” service available on the Trade Connect ePlatform through the following link:
🔗 https://www.trade.gov.in/pages/source-from-india
