To check the status of your sea IGM on ICEGATE, log in to your account, go to the Sea IGM enquiry section, and enter the Master Bill of Lading (BL) number and port name.
The system will then display the current status, such as pending, approved, or needing further action. Alternatively, you can access the ‘SEA IGM (24 Hrs)’ service after logging in to view recent filings for a specific location.
Checking the Sea IGM (Import General Manifest) status on ICEGATE is a critical step for importers to know if their cargo details have been filed with Indian Customs, which allows them to file the Bill of Entry (BOE).
1. Quick Access Guide
Official Link: ICEGATE Sea IGM Enquiry Page
Required Details: You only need two things:
Port Location (The Indian port where cargo is arriving)
Master Bill of Lading (Master BL) Number
2. Step-by-Step Status Check
Follow these exact steps to avoid common “Record Not Found” errors:
Go to the Enquiry Page: Click the link above or navigate to
ICEGATE Website > Public Enquiry > Tracking at ICES > Sea IGM.Select Location: Choose the port code from the dropdown menu.
Tip: The list is long. Type the first few letters of the city to find it faster. (See common codes below).
Enter Master BL No: Type your Master Bill of Lading number carefully.
Crucial: Do not use the “House BL” number here. It must be the Master BL provided by the shipping line (Main Line Operator).
Enter Captcha & Submit: Type the characters shown in the image and click “Submit”.
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3. Common Port Codes (Cheat Sheet)
If you are struggling to find your port in the dropdown, look for these standard codes:
| Port Name | Port Code |
| Nhava Sheva (JNPT) | INNSA1 |
| Chennai Sea | INMAA1 |
| Mundra | INMUN1 |
| Delhi Tughlakabad (ICD) | INTKD6 |
| Kolkata Sea | INCCU1 |
| Cochin (Kochi) | INCOK1 |
| Visakhapatnam | INVTZ1 |
4. Understanding the Status
Once you submit, you will see a table with the following statuses. Here is what they mean for your shipment:
| Status Field | What it Means | Action Required |
| IGM No. & Date | The official number generated by Customs. | Success. You can now file your Bill of Entry using this number. |
| Inward Date | The date the vessel’s arrival was recorded. | Required for calculating the exchange rate for duty payment. |
| Line Number | Your specific cargo’s position in the manifest. | You need this “Line Number” to file your BOE correctly. |
| Record Not Found | Customs has not received the data yet. | Contact your Freight Forwarder or Shipping Line immediately. |
5. Troubleshooting Common Errors
Error: “Record Not Found”
Cause 1: The shipping line hasn’t filed the IGM yet. (IGM is usually filed 24-48 hours before the vessel arrives).
Cause 2: You entered the House BL instead of the Master BL. Check your documents; the Master BL usually follows a format like
MAEU123456789orCOSU123456789.Cause 3: You selected the wrong Port Location. (e.g., selecting “Mumbai Sea” instead of “Nhava Sheva”).
Error: “Invalid Captcha”
ICEGATE captchas are case-sensitive. Ensure your Caps Lock is off/on as needed.
Error: System hanging or timeout
ICEGATE is often slow during peak business hours (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM IST). Try accessing it early in the morning or late evening.
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