DGFT Unveils Major Digital Enhancements to PSIA/PSIC Process

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Dated: 26.08.2026

DGFT Unveils Major Digital Enhancements to PSIA/PSIC Process

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced significant upgrades to the Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency (PSIA) and Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate (PSIC) process, furthering its commitment to digital transformation, compliance, and transparency in India’s export-import ecosystem. This article details the latest procedural enhancements, their benefits, and step-by-step guidance for stakeholders.

Background: Digital Transformation of PSIA/PSIC

Since April 2022, DGFT has progressively digitized the PSIA recognition and PSIC issuance process. The latest Trade Notice No. 22/2026-27, dated August 25, 2026, introduces new features to minimize manual intervention, reduce errors, and streamline compliance for all Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies, trade members, and customs authorities.

Key Enhancements Introduced

Standardized Inspection Date Format
- The inspection date on PSICs is now standardized as DD/MMM/YYYY, ensuring uniformity across all certificates.
Real-Time PSIC Generation
- PSICs must be generated and issued strictly on the date of inspection. The system prohibits backdating or post-dating, enhancing authenticity and traceability.
Digital Signature and Stamp Integration
- Authorized PSIA users can upload digital images of signatures and official stamps. These are automatically embedded in the PSIC, eliminating manual signing, stamping, and re-uploading, thus saving time and reducing paperwork.
Inspector Selection Automation
- During PSIC generation, inspectors are selected from a system-generated drop-down list, with their details auto-populated. This reduces manual entry errors and ensures accountability.
Enhanced Media Attachment Limits
- The number of inspection photographs that can be attached has doubled from 5 to 10 (up to 5 MB each).
- The maximum size for mandatory inspection videos has increased from 10 MB to 50 MB, supporting formats like MP4, AVI, MTS, MOV, FLV, and WMV.
Instrument Selection Based on Inspection Country
- Registered inspection instruments are now selectable via a drop-down menu based on the country of inspection. Instrument details are auto-fetched and displayed as read-only, minimizing manual errors and ensuring data integrity.

Step-by-Step Guide: Uploading Inspector Signature and Stamp

Login: Access the DGFT portal with valid credentials.
Navigation: Go to Services → Pre-Shipment Inspection → Upload Scanned Signature & Stamp for PSIC Generation.
Selection: Search and select the relevant PSIA user.
Upload: Upload the scanned signature and official stamp in the prescribed format.
Submission: Complete the submission process to enable digital embedding in future PSICs.

Conclusion

These enhancements mark a significant step towards a more transparent, efficient, and digitally empowered PSIA/PSIC process. Stakeholders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new features and leverage the available support channels for a seamless transition.

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Source: DGFT

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