Certified Customs EDI Filing Course | Expert-Led ICEGATE & Shipping Bill Training
Are you looking to build a high-demand career in customs, freight forwarding, or logistics? Foreign Trade Academy’s Customs EDI Filing Course is India’s most practical training program designed to give you complete, hands-on expertise in electronic data interchange filing for import and export operations.
What is the Customs EDI Filing Course
In today’s trade environment, every shipment entering or leaving India must pass through ICEGATE — the government’s Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system. Companies urgently need trained professionals who can accurately file Shipping Bills for exports and Bills of Entry for imports without costly errors or delays. This course gives you exactly those skills.
Led by seasoned industry experts with 15+ years of real customs clearance experience, our Customs EDI Filing Course is structured for freshers, graduates, and working professionals alike — covering everything from ICES software navigation to customs duty calculations, GST compliance, and live document filing practice.
Join India’s most job-focused Customs EDI Filing program. With a 97% placement record and hands-on ICEGATE training, FTA graduates are working at top CHA firms, freight companies, and export houses across India.
Enroll today and get job-ready in just 2 months.
Course Overview
Course Details | |
Course Name | Customs EDI Filing & Compliances Course (FTA003) |
Duration | 2 Months |
Mode | Online (Instructor-led Live Classes) & Offline (Delhi) |
Fee | Call Us |
Eligibility | 10+2 and above | Any stream | Freshers & Working Professionals |
Certification | ISO 9001:2015 Certified Course Completion Certificate |
Placement Support | Yes — 97% Placement Record |
Institute | Foreign Trade Academy (FTA), Delhi NCR & Mumbai |
What You Will Learn in This Customs EDI Filing Course
The curriculum is structured to take you from zero to job-ready in 8 weeks. Every module is built around the real workflows used daily by Custom House Agents (CHAs) and freight professionals across India.
Module 1: Introduction to Customs EDI & Trade Compliance
- Overview of India’s import-export regulatory framework
- What is EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) in customs?
- Introduction to ICEGATE — India’s official customs EDI portal
- Role of ICES (Indian Customs EDI System) in trade clearance
- Key regulatory bodies: CBIC, Customs Act 1962, Foreign Trade Policy
Module 2: Shipping Bill Filing (Export Side)
- Types of Shipping Bills: Free, Dutiable, Drawback, DEEC
- Step-by-step Shipping Bill filing on ICEGATE/ICES
- Export documentation: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, SDF, ARE-1
- Let Export Order (LEO) process and examination
- Common filing errors and how to avoid them
- GST refund process for exporters
Module 3: Bill of Entry Filing (Import Side)
- Types of Bills of Entry: Home Consumption, Warehousing, Ex-Bond
- Step-by-step Bill of Entry filing on ICEGATE
- Import documentation: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, BL/AWB, GATT Declaration
- Customs duty calculation: BCD, IGST, Social Welfare Surcharge
- Out of Charge (OOC) process
- Examination and assessment procedures
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Module 4: Customs Duty, Tariff & HSN Classification
- Understanding the Customs Tariff Act and ITC-HS codes
- Practical HSN code classification for common goods
- Customs duty structures: Basic, Countervailing, Anti-Dumping
- Duty exemptions, concessions, and FTA benefits
- Drawback rates and IGST refund mechanisms
Module 5: GST Compliance in Import-Export
- GST implications on imports and exports
- IGST payment and refund process for exporters
- LUT (Letter of Undertaking) filing for zero-rated exports
- GST documentation requirements for customs clearance
Module 6: Live ICEGATE Portal Practice
- Hands-on navigation of the ICEGATE portal
- Live document submission exercises with real-world scenarios
- Error rectification and re-filing procedures
- IGCR (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate) compliance
- Practice with ICES query responses and customs officer communication
Who Should Join This Customs EDI Filing Course?
This course is designed for a wide range of learners at different career stages:
Who Should Enroll | How This Course Helps |
Fresh Graduates (Any Stream) | Get job-ready for entry-level roles at CHA firms, freight companies, and export houses |
Customs House Agent (CHA) Staff
| Upgrade practical ICEGATE filing skills and improve accuracy and speed |
Why Choose Foreign Trade Academy for Your Customs EDI Filing Course?
With dozens of institutes offering trade-related training across India, here is what makes FTA the preferred choice for customs and logistics professionals:
- FTA is one of the few trade training institutes in India with ISO certification, ensuring standardized, quality-assured course delivery.ISO 9001:2015 Certified Training —
- All sessions are led by practicing customs professionals, CHAs, and freight industry veterans — not just academic faculty.Industry Expert Trainers —
- You don’t just learn theory. You practice filing on the actual ICEGATE system used by customs professionals across India every day.Live ICEGATE Practice —
- FTA’s unmatched placement rate reflects real industry demand for our graduates. We have placed students at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Schenker India, Evergreen Shipping, and 50+ other top firms.97% Placement Record —
- Choose from online instructor-led live classes or offline classroom training at our Delhi NCR campus — whichever fits your schedule.Flexible Learning Options —
- At Rs. 15,000 for a 2-month program, FTA offers one of the most accessible pathways into a customs career in India.Affordable Fee Structure —
- Limited seats per batch ensure personal attention from instructors and real practice time on the ICEGATE portal.Small Batch Sizes —
Placement Support — Our 97% Track Record
FTA does not just train you — we place you. Our dedicated placement team actively connects graduates with hiring companies across the freight forwarding, CHA, logistics, and export-import sectors.
- Resume building and interview preparation support
- Direct referrals to FTA’s network of 50+ partner companies
- Regular campus recruitment drives at FTA’s Delhi campus
- Ongoing alumni network and industry connections
- Job leads shared with graduates within 30 days of course completion
97% Placement Rate Over 500 professionals trained by FTA are today working at top logistics, CHA, and export-import companies across India. Our placement success is built on genuine industry relationships — not just a placement brochure promise. |
Course Fee & How to Enroll
Enrollment Details | |
Course Fee | Rs. 15,000 (inclusive of all study materials) |
Payment Modes | Online Transfer, UPI, Cheque, Demand Draft |
Batch Frequency | New batches starting every month |
Seat Availability | Limited seats per batch — early enrollment recommended |
Contact | +91-9911407895 | info@foreigntradeacademy.in |
Address (Delhi) | Office No. 205, D-248/10, Balaji Complex, Laxmi Nagar Metro Gate No. 1, New Delhi – 110092 |
Online Classes | Available via FTA’s dedicated online class portal |
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
Q1. What is Customs EDI Filing?
Customs EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Filing is the process of submitting import and export documentation — such as Shipping Bills and Bills of Entry — electronically through ICEGATE, India’s official customs portal operated by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). EDI filing has replaced manual paper-based customs documentation across all major Indian ports and ICDs.
Q2. What is ICEGATE and why is it important?
ICEGATE (Indian Customs Electronic Gateway) is the official IT system of Indian Customs that handles all electronic filing of import and export documents. Every CHA, freight forwarder, and exporter-importer in India must use ICEGATE to clear shipments. Knowing how to file accurately on ICEGATE is the single most important practical skill in customs clearance.
Q3. What is the difference between a Shipping Bill and a Bill of Entry?
A Shipping Bill is the primary export document filed with Indian Customs via ICEGATE when goods are being exported from India. A Bill of Entry is the primary import document filed when goods are being imported into India. Both documents must be electronically filed and assessed before customs clearance is granted. FTA’s Customs EDI Filing Course covers both documents in full practical detail.
Q4. Who can join FTA’s Customs EDI Filing Course?
Anyone with a 10+2 or higher qualification can join this course. It is suitable for fresh graduates from any stream, working professionals in logistics or trade, CHA firm employees looking to upskill, and CBLE exam aspirants. No prior customs knowledge is required — the course starts from fundamentals.
Q5. Is this course available online?
Yes. FTA offers instructor-led live online classes for this course through its dedicated online class portal. This allows students from across India — not just Delhi NCR — to attend live sessions, interact with trainers, and complete the course remotely.
Q6. How does FTA help with placements after the Customs EDI Filing Course?
FTA’s placement team actively refers graduates to its network of 50+ partner companies in freight forwarding, CHA, and logistics sectors. FTA has achieved a 97% placement rate across all its programs, with graduates placed at companies including Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Schenker India, Evergreen Shipping, and many others.
Q7. Is there a government recognition or certification for this course?
FTA is an ISO 9001:2015 certified institute, which means the training delivery meets internationally recognized quality standards. Graduates receive an ISO-certified course completion certificate that is recognized by employers in the freight
forwarding and customs clearance industry.
Q8. What is the difference between ICEGATE and ICES?
ICEGATE is the web portal through which customs documents are submitted online. ICES (Indian Customs EDI System) is the backend processing system that assesses, processes, and grants clearance for those documents. As a customs EDI filing professional, you work on ICEGATE to submit documents, and ICES processes them on the customs department’s side.
Enroll in FTA’s Customs EDI Filing Course Today
The logistics and customs clearance industry is growing fast — and companies are actively hiring professionals who can hit the ground running with real ICEGATE and EDI filing skills. Don’t let lack of practical training hold your career back.
Foreign Trade Academy’s Customs EDI Filing Course gives you the practical skills, ISO-certified recognition, and direct placement support you need to launch or advance your career in customs, freight forwarding, or trade compliance — in just 2 months.
Ready to Get Started? Call us at +91-9911407895 | Email: info@foreigntradeacademy.in | Visit: Laxmi Nagar, New Delhi New batches start every month. Seats are limited — contact FTA today to reserve your place. |
Course Fee: ₹15,000 (includes practice with 100 sets of documents for hands-on readiness)
Duration: 1.5 Months
Major Focus Areas
Special cargo clearance process
Plant quarantine process
Animal quarantine process
Food item import clearance process
Drugs and cosmetics item clearance process
Export of drugs and cosmetics process
Import of scrap, tyres, or waste material
Export and import of general cargo
Export agri-product clearance
Customs Clearance Practical Training
IGM/EGM & Shipping Bill & Bill of Entry processes
Customs clearance procedures
Dock stuffing, CFS operations
Consolidation for LCL/FCL shipments
Container stuffing and freight measurement
IEC Gate documentation
E-Sanchit document management and bill of lading drafting
ESI (Electronic Shipping Instruction) procedures
DGR/HAZ declaration
Detention and demurrage handling
Practical Software-Based Training
Customs EDI computer (ERP) practical: S/B & B/E filing
Customs law and procedure
Import/export customs clearance steps
Tariff classification and notifications
Complete Bill of Entry filing in Customs EDI software
Complete Shipping Bill filing in Customs EDI software
Upload of import/export documents on e-sanchit
Generation of Concor job orders (EJO/LJO)
Seal cutting order generation
Course Benefits
Independently file Shipping Bill and Bill of Entry for any product
Gain confidence in proper classification of goods
Learn to reply to customs queries efficiently
Handle nodal agencies (FSSAI, Plant Quarantine, Animal Quarantine, Pharma, Drug, Cosmetics) independently
Achieve 100% confidence in customs clearance for any product
Lifetime career support by FTAIndia Team
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