{"id":54141,"date":"2026-07-15T10:09:46","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T04:39:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54141"},"modified":"2026-07-15T10:09:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T04:39:52","slug":"india-oman-cepa-trq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/","title":{"rendered":"India Oman CEPA TRQ: India Notifies TRQ Allocation Procedure Under India-Oman CEPA Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#India_Oman_CEPA_TRQ_explained_in_detail_Learn_about_Indias_TRQ_allocation_procedure_under_the_India-Oman_CEPA_DGFTs_role_products_covered_tariff_concessions_key_takeaways_FAQs_and_exam-oriented_current_affairs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PCS_aspirants\" >India Oman CEPA TRQ explained in detail. Learn about India&#8217;s TRQ allocation procedure under the India-Oman CEPA, DGFT&#8217;s role, products covered, tariff concessions, key takeaways, FAQs, and exam-oriented current affairs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PCS aspirants.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#India_Operationalises_Tariff_Rate_Quota_Framework_Under_India-Oman_CEPA\" >India Operationalises Tariff Rate Quota Framework Under India-Oman CEPA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#What_is_a_Tariff_Rate_Quota_TRQ\" >What is a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Products_Covered_Under_the_TRQ_Scheme\" >Products Covered Under the TRQ Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Key_Features_of_the_New_Allocation_Procedure\" >Key Features of the New Allocation Procedure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Importance_of_India-Oman_CEPA\" >Importance of India-Oman CEPA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Examination_Perspective\" >Examination Perspective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#B_Why_this_News_is_Important\" >B) Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Important_for_Economy_and_International_Trade\" >Important for Economy and International Trade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Important_for_Government_Examinations\" >Important for Government Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#C_Historical_Context\" >C) Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Evolution_of_India-Oman_Economic_Relations\" >Evolution of India-Oman Economic Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Notifies_TRQ_Allocation_Procedure_Under_India-Oman_CEPA%E2%80%9D\" >D) Key Takeaways from &#8220;India Notifies TRQ Allocation Procedure Under India-Oman CEPA&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#FAQs_India_Notifies_TRQ_Allocation_Procedure_Under_India-Oman_CEPA\" >FAQs: India Notifies TRQ Allocation Procedure Under India-Oman CEPA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#1_What_is_the_India-Oman_CEPA\" >1. What is the India-Oman CEPA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#2_What_does_TRQ_stand_for\" >2. What does TRQ stand for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#3_Which_authority_notified_the_TRQ_allocation_procedure_in_India\" >3. Which authority notified the TRQ allocation procedure in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#4_Why_has_India_introduced_the_TRQ_allocation_procedure_under_the_CEPA\" >4. Why has India introduced the TRQ allocation procedure under the CEPA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#5_Which_products_are_covered_under_the_TRQ_scheme\" >5. Which products are covered under the TRQ scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#6_What_is_the_benefit_of_importing_goods_under_a_TRQ\" >6. What is the benefit of importing goods under a TRQ?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#7_When_did_the_India-Oman_CEPA_come_into_force\" >7. When did the India-Oman CEPA come into force?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#8_What_is_the_role_of_DGFT_in_international_trade\" >8. What is the role of DGFT in international trade?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#9_How_is_a_CEPA_different_from_a_Free_Trade_Agreement_FTA\" >9. How is a CEPA different from a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-oman-cepa-trq\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Oman_CEPA_TRQ_explained_in_detail_Learn_about_Indias_TRQ_allocation_procedure_under_the_India-Oman_CEPA_DGFTs_role_products_covered_tariff_concessions_key_takeaways_FAQs_and_exam-oriented_current_affairs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PCS_aspirants\"><\/span><strong>India Oman CEPA TRQ<\/strong> explained in detail. Learn about India&#8217;s TRQ allocation procedure under the India-Oman CEPA, DGFT&#8217;s role, products covered, tariff concessions, key takeaways, FAQs, and exam-oriented current affairs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PCS aspirants.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Operationalises_Tariff_Rate_Quota_Framework_Under_India-Oman_CEPA\"><\/span>India Operationalises Tariff Rate Quota Framework Under India-Oman CEPA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India has officially notified the <strong>Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) allocation procedure<\/strong> under the <strong>India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)<\/strong>. The notification, issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), establishes the mechanism through which eligible Indian importers can avail concessional tariff benefits on specified imports from Oman. The CEPA came into force on <strong>1 June 2026<\/strong> and aims to deepen trade and investment ties between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Tariff_Rate_Quota_TRQ\"><\/span>What is a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Tariff Rate Quota is a trade policy mechanism that allows a specified quantity of goods to be imported at a reduced or zero customs duty. Once the quota limit is exhausted, imports are subjected to the normal tariff rates. TRQs are widely used in free trade agreements to provide preferential market access while safeguarding domestic industries from excessive imports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Products_Covered_Under_the_TRQ_Scheme\"><\/span>Products Covered Under the TRQ Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the India-Oman CEPA, quota-based tariff concessions have been granted on selected Omani products. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copper weld wire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium ingots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium billets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium wires<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ethylene glycol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Linear alkylbenzene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, imports of up to <strong>2,000 tonnes of dates annually<\/strong> will enjoy complete elimination of the existing import duty, while imports beyond the quota will attract the normal customs duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_the_New_Allocation_Procedure\"><\/span>Key Features of the New Allocation Procedure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DGFT has introduced a transparent and technology-driven allocation mechanism. Eligible importers will be required to submit online applications through the DGFT portal. After approval, electronic TRQ authorisations will be issued and integrated with the Indian Customs Electronic Data Interchange System (ICES), enabling seamless customs clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The authorisation will specify the importer&#8217;s IEC, eligible quantity, tariff classification and validity period. This digital system is expected to reduce paperwork, improve transparency and facilitate faster imports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_India-Oman_CEPA\"><\/span>Importance of India-Oman CEPA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement seeks to expand bilateral trade, improve supply chain integration and encourage investments between the two nations. Oman has provided extensive market access to Indian exports, while India has extended preferential tariff concessions on selected Omani products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The agreement is expected to benefit sectors such as engineering goods, textiles, chemicals, food processing, pharmaceuticals and petrochemicals. It also strengthens India&#8217;s economic engagement with the Gulf region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examination_Perspective\"><\/span>Examination Perspective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For competitive examinations, students should understand the concepts of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India-Oman bilateral relations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customs duty concessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International trade policy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions related to recent trade agreements, international organisations and economic diplomacy are frequently asked in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking and other government recruitment examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-Oman-CEPA-TRQ\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTcnMvs4OF7-8O99VZMYVoM7MeI2lCL5_BwOCePYqx2pg&amp;s=10\" alt=\"India Oman CEPA TRQ\" title=\"India Oman CEPA TRQ\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Oman CEPA TRQ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>B) Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Economy_and_International_Trade\"><\/span>Important for Economy and International Trade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The notification of the TRQ allocation procedure marks the practical implementation of the India-Oman CEPA. It demonstrates India&#8217;s commitment to strengthening trade relations with Gulf countries and promoting rule-based international trade. By providing preferential tariff access through a transparent allocation system, India aims to increase bilateral trade while ensuring fair competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Government_Examinations\"><\/span>Important for Government Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is highly relevant for competitive examinations because questions on Free Trade Agreements, CEPA, DGFT, customs duties, international trade policies and India&#8217;s foreign economic relations are regularly asked in UPSC Civil Services, State PSCs, SSC CGL, RBI Grade B, NABARD, Banking, Railways and Defence examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should remember that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CEPA is a broader agreement than a traditional FTA as it also covers services and investment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DGFT functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TRQ allows imports at concessional duty only up to a specified quantity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India is expanding trade partnerships to diversify markets and strengthen economic diplomacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This news also reflects India&#8217;s strategy of enhancing connectivity with West Asia and ensuring stable supply chains for important commodities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>C) Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_India-Oman_Economic_Relations\"><\/span>Evolution of India-Oman Economic Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India and Oman have maintained close historical and commercial relations for centuries through maritime trade across the Arabian Sea. In recent decades, economic cooperation has expanded significantly in sectors such as energy, petrochemicals, fertilisers, infrastructure, food security and investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To further strengthen economic integration, India and Oman signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in December 2025, and it entered into force on 1 June 2026 after completion of domestic ratification procedures. The agreement provides preferential market access, reduces tariffs, facilitates investment and enhances cooperation in services and digital trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The notification of the TRQ allocation procedure represents one of the key implementation measures of the agreement, ensuring that tariff concessions are administered transparently through digital systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Notifies_TRQ_Allocation_Procedure_Under_India-Oman_CEPA%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>D) Key Takeaways from &#8220;India Notifies TRQ Allocation Procedure Under India-Oman CEPA&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India has notified the Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) allocation procedure under the India-Oman CEPA.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) will allocate quotas through an online application process.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Selected Omani products such as dates, marble, aluminium products and petrochemicals will receive tariff concessions within specified quotas.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Electronic TRQ authorisations will be integrated with the Indian Customs Electronic Data Interchange System (ICES) for faster customs clearance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The India-Oman CEPA strengthens bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation while improving market access for both countries.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Oman CEPA TRQ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_India_Notifies_TRQ_Allocation_Procedure_Under_India-Oman_CEPA\"><\/span>FAQs: India Notifies TRQ Allocation Procedure Under India-Oman CEPA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_India-Oman_CEPA\"><\/span>1. What is the India-Oman CEPA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is a bilateral trade agreement aimed at enhancing trade in goods and services, promoting investments, reducing tariffs, and strengthening economic cooperation between India and Oman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_does_TRQ_stand_for\"><\/span>2. What does TRQ stand for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TRQ stands for <strong>Tariff Rate Quota<\/strong>, a trade policy tool that allows a fixed quantity of specified goods to be imported at concessional or zero customs duty. Imports beyond the quota attract the normal tariff rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_authority_notified_the_TRQ_allocation_procedure_in_India\"><\/span>3. Which authority notified the TRQ allocation procedure in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)<\/strong>, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, notified the TRQ allocation procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_has_India_introduced_the_TRQ_allocation_procedure_under_the_CEPA\"><\/span>4. Why has India introduced the TRQ allocation procedure under the CEPA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The procedure has been introduced to ensure transparent, fair, and efficient allocation of tariff quotas to eligible importers while implementing the tariff concessions agreed upon under the India-Oman CEPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_products_are_covered_under_the_TRQ_scheme\"><\/span>5. Which products are covered under the TRQ scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The TRQ covers selected products imported from Oman, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copper weld wire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium ingots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium billets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aluminium wires<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ethylene glycol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Linear alkylbenzene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_benefit_of_importing_goods_under_a_TRQ\"><\/span>6. What is the benefit of importing goods under a TRQ?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible imports within the quota enjoy reduced or zero customs duty, making imports more economical. Imports beyond the quota are subject to normal customs duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_When_did_the_India-Oman_CEPA_come_into_force\"><\/span>7. When did the India-Oman CEPA come into force?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement came into force on <strong>1 June 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_role_of_DGFT_in_international_trade\"><\/span>8. What is the role of DGFT in international trade?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DGFT is responsible for formulating and implementing India&#8217;s foreign trade policy, regulating imports and exports, issuing import-export licenses, and facilitating international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_is_a_CEPA_different_from_a_Free_Trade_Agreement_FTA\"><\/span>9. How is a CEPA different from a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)<\/strong> is broader than a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). 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