Note on Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety

The Ministry of Heavy Industries’ recent Omnibus Technical Regulation Order, 2024 mandates BIS certification for a wide range of machinery and components starting August 28, 2025. With over 50,000 product types and significant import dependencies, the Order has a sweeping ambit and is expected to reshape sourcing strategies, particularly for importers and MSMEs.

Unlike earlier Quality Control Orders (QCOs), this Order introduces a broader and more complex compliance framework. It covers not only a wide variety of standalone machinery, but also their components and sub-assemblies, thereby bringing multiple tiers of products under the ambit of mandatory BIS certification. The multi-level compliance structure marks a significant departure from past regulatory practice and presents new operational and strategic challenges for manufacturers, importers, and MSMEs alike.

Read our detailed note to understand the scope of the Order, the steps required for compliance, potential grounds for exemption, and key strategic takeaways to help mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity.