India clears 110 requests for grant of import licenses for laptops, computers: Sources

"Around 110 import authorisations have been issued to date. All major IT hardware companies have already availed authorisations. All applications received are being disposed of within the time stipulated. There is no pendency as on date," an official told PTI.

The new license regime is applicable to laptops, personal computers (including tablet computers), microcomputers, large or mainframe computers, and certain data processing machines to ensure India's trusted supply chain.

While an import management system for electronic products like laptops, computers and tablets has kicked in from November 1, the United States, South Korea and several other nations had expressed concerns with these import policy changes.

The US had even expressed concerns before the WTO Committee on Market Access, citing uncertainties for exporters and users. However, India has maintained that its move is in line with its international commitments and isn't violative of any WTO norms. India had imported personal computers, including laptops, worth $5.33 billion in FY 2022-23, compared to $7.37 billion in FY 2021-22.