The export authorizations must be applied online between 1st May and 10th May 2026 by IEC holders and will remain valid for six months, with possible extensions on a case by case basis. Allocations are to be recommended by a Special Exim Facilitation Committee (SEFC) based on eligibility criteria such as export turnover, minimum quantity applied for, and supporting documents. Of the total 25 LMT quota, 18 LMT is reserved for large exporters, 5 LMT for state trading entities and cooperatives, and 2 LMT for MSMEs.