India Plans 1,000 Advisers for India-UK CETA Rollout

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced deployment of 1,000 advisory personnel across India to help businesses maximise benefits from the India-UK CETA. He said the agreement is expected to come into force on 15 July 2026 and significantly raise bilateral trade.

The announcement was made during UK-India Week engagements in London, where the minister highlighted the expanding scope of India-UK economic ties. The government also plans to upgrade the trade portal so firms, including those from Tier-II and Tier-III cities, can better use the agreement. CETA is projected to increase bilateral trade by GBP 25.5 billion annually and improve market access, competitiveness and mobility for professionals. A five-year exemption from social security contributions for eligible Indian professionals in the UK was also highlighted as a major benefit.