Centre eases BIS compliance with risk-based framework, lets manufacturers source from Scheme II suppliers

The Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 introduces a risk-based BIS mechanism, allowing manufacturers to source inputs from Scheme II self-declaration suppliers instead of requiring Scheme I ISI Mark holders. The move aims to unblock QCO certification bottlenecks across industries over a 3-year transition.

— Filed Fri, 26 Jun, 2026, 09:00 IST · Source Times of India · Business · Updated

Centre notifies Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026, introducing a risk-based BIS compliance mechanism. Manufacturers can source from Scheme II self-declaration suppliers instead of Scheme I ISI Mark holders, easing QCO compliance for industries facing certification bottlenecks.