Personal Use: Goods imported or exported for personal use, which are not connected with trade, manufacture, or agriculture, do not require an IEC.
Government Entities: Ministries and departments of the Central or State Government do not need an IEC for their import/export activities.
Certain Specified Entities: Entities that have been specifically exempted from obtaining an IEC by t... https://udyogsuvidhakendra.in/import-export-registration