DGFT opens India-UK CETA quota for 9,316 vehicle imports at concessional duty
Eligible importers can apply from July 21 to August 4, 2026, to import UK-built passenger and goods vehicles under the first tariff-rate quota. The allocation includes 4,658 premium and higher-engine-capacity passenger vehicles, with a 30% concessional customs duty for qualifying premium models.
DGFT has opened applications for the first 2026 India-UK CETA tariff-rate quota, allowing eligible importers to bring in 9,316 UK-built passenger and goods vehicles at concessional duties. Applicants need UK OEM pre-purchase agreements.
Why this matters
DGFT's first India-UK CETA vehicle quota extends its trade-facilitation agenda after its proposed ₹10,000 RCMC waiver drew exporter support, alongside calls for a higher cap.
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