DGFT has notified the procedure for the first round of allocation of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) for gold imports under tariff head 7108 pursuant to the India–UAE CEPA for FY 2025–26. The allocation will be carried out through a competitive e- auction on the MSTC portal, with an initial quota of 30 metric tonnes, extendable by 50% depending on bid response. In compliance with directions of the Delhi High Court, eligibility for this round is restricted to Micro and Small Enterprises to ensure broader and more inclusive participation, with allocation caps of 10 kg and 25 kg respectively.