Ministry of Heavy Industries Extends Deadline for Electrical Equipment Standards by 6 Months

In a major update for the electrical and power control industry, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has officially extended the implementation deadline for key product categories under the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2024.

The extension was announced via Notification S.O. 2007(E) dated 5th May 2025, referring to the earlier S.O. 1896(E) dated 3rd May 2024. As per the revised directive, the compliance deadline has been postponed by six months—from 10th May 2025 to 10th November 2025.

Products Covered Under the Extended BIS Compliance Timeline:

The updated enforcement date applies to several critical categories:

1. Circuit Breakers

Category A – AC Circuit Breakers (above 630 A, up to 440V AC)
Category B – AC Circuit Breakers (up to 2000 A, up to 440V AC)

2. Switches and Fuse-Combination Units: Switches, Disconnectors, Switch-Disconnectors, and Fuse-Combination Units

3. Contactors and Motor-Starters

Electromechanical Contactors and Motor-Starters
A.C. Semiconductor Motor Controllers and Starters
A.C. Semiconductor Motor Controllers and Contactors for Non-Motor Loads

4. Control Circuit Devices

Electromechanical Control Circuit Devices
Proximity Switches
Electrical Emergency Stop Devices with Mechanical Latching Function

What the Extension Means for Manufacturers and Importers

This six-month compliance extension gives stakeholders more time to:

• Complete mandatory BIS certification and testing

• Align manufacturing and import processes with revised BIS quality standards

• Avoid non-compliance penalties and supply chain disruptions

How to Display BIS Compliance:

Products must clearly display their registration status through:

• QR codes or barcodes on packaging

• Product brochures

• Direct product labeling with the BIS registration number

Next Steps for Businesses

Companies dealing with electrical switchgear, control gear, and related components should act now to:

• Finalize testing and certification

• Review and update product documentation

• Make sure all compliance measures are in place ahead of 10th November 2025.

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