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May 06, 2026
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DPIIT issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
The government will now clear all FDI proposals within 12 weeks as per the updated standard operating procedure (SOP) for processing foreign direct investment applications.
According to the SOP, up to 12 weeks' time has been fixed for a decision on the proposals, excluding the time taken by applicants in removing deficiencies in the proposals or in supplying additional information as may be required by the competent authority.
The government's 2017 SOP had prescribed a maximum of 10 weeks for clearing the proposal.
As per the current SOP, the additional two weeks will also be given to the department for promotion of industry and internal trade (DPIIT) for consideration of those proposals which are proposed for rejection or where additional conditions are proposed to be imposed by the competent authority.
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