BIS rules 2026 · Every industry · Repair or legal import
BIS-blocked spare parts: an industry-by-industry guide to repair or legal import
A spare part needs BIS only if a Quality Control Order (QCO) names that exact product. The machinery omnibus order was rescinded on 14 January 2026 (S.O. 239(E)), so servo motors, servo drives, VFDs, PLC cards, HMIs and encoders in automotive, tyre, pharma, food, packaging, cement, steel, textile and HVAC plants are not named in the BIS orders we checked. BIS still applies to named items such as IS 12615 induction motors, AC circuit breakers, V-belts, cables, stainless steel pipes and tubes and butterfly valves, to wrought aluminium from 1 December 2026, and to hand tools from 1 April 2027. Star Automations repairs the installed unit at Puducherry, Chennai and Bengaluru, or helps source the same part through licensed channels.
BIS and industrial spares: at a glance
BIS is the Bureau of Indian Standards. A Quality Control Order (QCO) makes the BIS mark compulsory for named products only. Last reviewed 14 November 2026.
| Machinery omnibus order | Rescinded 14 January 2026 (S.O. 239(E)); Scheme X is now voluntary |
|---|---|
| Servo motors, servo drives, VFDs, PLC cards, HMIs, encoders | Not named in the BIS orders we checked; we verify each part |
| Named items that still need BIS | IS 12615 induction motors, AC circuit breakers, V-belts, cables, stainless steel pipes and tubes, butterfly valves, hand tools from 1 April 2027, wrought aluminium from 1 December 2026 |
| Export units | Advance Authorisation, EOU and SEZ exemptions under FTP 2023 para 2.03A, with conditions |
| Our first step | Free repairability check from a nameplate photo |
| Quote and warranty | Quote usually the same working day; warranty terms stated on each quotation |
What each industry can repair, import or buy in 2026
Find your plant type. The middle column is where we repair or supply; the right column is where BIS can apply.
Automotive plants (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Servo motors and drives, PLCs, HMIs, robot and vision electronics on press, weld, paint and assembly lines.
Check BIS first: IS 12615 motors, V-belts, AC circuit breakers, cables, hand tools. Vehicle parts such as tyres, wheels and safety glass have their own orders and are not our line.
Tyre and rubber plants (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Mixer and extruder VFDs and DC drives, curing-press servo, PLC and HMI.
Check BIS first: IS 12615 motors, V-belts (V-Belt QCO 2024: IS 2494, IS 14261), breakers, hand tools, cables.
Pharma and medical device plants (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Packaging-line servo, drives, PLC and HMI, checkweighers and metal detectors.
Check BIS first: IS 12615 motors on AHU and utilities, stainless steel pipes and tubes, butterfly valves, cables. Validated lines: see change control below.
Food, beverage and FMCG (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Filling, capping and labelling line servo, VFDs, PLC and HMI.
Check BIS first: Stainless steel tubes for food and beverage use (IS 6913), butterfly valves (IS 13095), motors, cables.
Packaging machine OEMs and plants (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Servo, drives, PLC, HMI and vision. The machine itself is no longer under the omnibus order.
Check BIS first: Motors, belts, breakers and cables fitted to the machine.
Cement, power and process plants (repair support)
Usually no BIS order on the part: VFDs, DC drives, soft starters, power electronics, PLC and DCS cards, instrumentation.
Check BIS first: Distribution transformers, power capacitors, cables, motors and breakers are on BIS lists; confirm whether a compulsory order covers your exact item.
Steel, metals and rolling lines
Usually no BIS order on the part: DC drives, VFDs, servo and PLC on rolling, coating and cutting lines.
Check BIS first: Steel and stainless products: many entries are inoperative or exempt for set periods (some stainless exemptions run to 31 March 2027). Wrought aluminium products come under a QCO from 1 December 2026.
Textile and garment plants
Usually no BIS order on the part: Servo, VFD, PLC and HMI on spinning, weaving, knitting and processing machines. The textile machinery safety order went with the rescinded omnibus order.
Check BIS first: Motors, belts, breakers and cables.
HVAC, chillers and cold chain (EC fan repair)
Usually no BIS order on the part: EC fan and chiller control boards, VFDs, PLCs.
Check BIS first: Air conditioners and hermetic compressors have BIS orders. The import relief for AC and refrigerator compressors runs to 31 March 2027 but is limited to manufacturers' captive use under quotas, so do not assume it covers a service spare.
Solar, UPS and energy (inverter repair)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Solar inverter boards, VFDs, battery chargers, wind turbine electronics.
Check BIS first: UPS and inverters up to 10 kVA, PV DC cables and LED lighting come under BIS schemes; confirm the order for your exact product.
Mining, cranes and lifts (lift VFD repair)
Usually no BIS order on the part: Lift, crane and winder VFDs, controllers and servo.
Check BIS first: Wire and lift ropes, mine cables, safety helmets and slings are on BIS lists; check before importing.
Machine tool OEMs, system integrators and panel builders (machine tools, panel builders)
Usually no BIS order on the part: CNC and servo amplifiers, spindle drives, PLC, HMI. Machine tools are no longer under the omnibus order.
Check BIS first: Panel components such as MCBs, RCCBs, switches, cables and enclosures; BIS-marked parts matter when you import for panels.
Which industrial items really need BIS
The orders below are product-specific. Check the exact product and standard on your nameplate or purchase order.
| Item | BIS position | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| Servo motors, servo drives, VFDs, PLC cards, encoders, HMIs | Not named in the BIS orders we checked. Current notifications are verified per part. | Repair like-for-like or source the same part. |
| Robots, CNC and industrial machinery | Omnibus order rescinded 14 January 2026; no Scheme X licence needed. | Repair, spares sourcing, service. |
| Three-phase induction motors (IS 12615) | QCO for new energy-efficient squirrel-cage motors, effective 1 January 2018; export-only motors exempt. | Repair the installed motor first. See motors. |
| AC circuit breakers (Electrical Equipment QCO 2020, Category A) | In force since 10 November 2024 for breakers up to 630 A and 440 V AC; other categories deferred until further notice. | Not our line. Buy from BIS-licensed makers. |
| Hand tools (pipe wrenches, spanners, combination pliers) | Hand Tools QCO 2026 (S.O. 5561(E), 9 October 2026): 1 April 2027 for general industry, 1 July 2027 small, 1 October 2027 micro enterprises. It replaces the earlier 1 October 2026 date. | Not our line. |
| V-belts (IS 2494, IS 14261) | V-Belt (Quality Control) Order, 2024. | Not our line. Buy from BIS-licensed makers. |
| Stainless steel pipes and tubes; butterfly valves (IS 13095) | QCOs exist (pipes and tubes from 1 August 2025). Temporary exemptions cover some stainless products to 31 March 2027, so check the exact grade and HS code. | We repair valve actuators and positioners; buy pipe and valve bodies from licensed makers. |
| Wrought aluminium products | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (QC) Order, 2026 (S.O. 1319(E)), enforced from 1 December 2026. | Not our line. |
| Cables and other items | Product-specific orders can apply. Send the nameplate and we check. | For cable assemblies see certified cable harness. |
Why repairing the installed unit usually avoids change control
Pharma, food, medical device and automotive plants often have to document a part change. Your QA team decides; this is how the routes usually compare.
| Route | What changes | Usual QA effect |
|---|---|---|
| Repair the installed unit | Nothing: same model, firmware and settings | Usually no new change control |
| Same OEM part from another source | Supply route and batch | Depends on your supplier qualification |
| Different make or model | Model, firmware, mounting or parameters | Change control likely |
Parts we repair or supply that are not held up by BIS
These are the parts plants wait on most, across all the industries above.
- Servo motor repair, servo drive repair and encoder repair at Chennai, Puducherry and Bengaluru.
- PLC repair, HMI repair and VFD repair, returned with the same model and settings. Also DC drive repair for rolling mills and tyre plants.
- Robot and valve actuator electronics, and instrumentation and sensors.
- Obsolete spares, OEM spare parts import and industrial spares import when repair is not possible.
- Induction motors (IS 12615): repair the installed motor before you import a new one. We refurbish industrial motors and offer dynamic balancing of rotors and impellers. See motors.
Advance Authorisation, EOU and SEZ units
Exemptions exist, with conditions.
Paragraph 2.03A of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 gives QCO exemptions to Advance Authorisation holders, export-oriented units and SEZ units for goods used in export production or authorised operations. A June 2026 DGFT revision (Notification 20/2026-27) widened the SEZ provision to include spare parts, against an undertaking to the Development Commissioner. Goods moved into the domestic market bring BIS back. Your customs broker or consultant must confirm each case.
How to check a part in four steps
Do this before you cancel an order.
- Name the exact product. Take the make, model, nameplate and IS number if printed.
- Find the HS code and the order. BIS applies only if a QCO names the product.
- Check for an exemption. Export units, captive-use relief and temporary exemptions can apply.
- Compare repair with import. If the installed unit is repairable, repair is often the fastest legal route.
Foreign makers who need an India partner
If you make drives, motors or spares abroad and want an India repair and supply partner, see India partner for foreign companies. BIS licensing is done by the manufacturer through BIS, and we do not process licences.
How our repair works
- WhatsApp the nameplate photo to +91 97866 22233 with the fault.
- Free repairability check. We tell you if the unit is repairable and what the options are.
- Quote, usually the same working day. Warranty terms are stated on each quotation.
- Repair and test. Emergency same day, urgent 3 working days, standard 7 working days for servo motor repair.
Sources for the dates on this page
General information as of 14 November 2026, not legal advice. QCO lists change, so confirm the order for your exact product.
- 2026 BIS and QCO changes, dated (omnibus rescission, hand tools, aluminium, steel exemptions)
- Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2026, S.O. 5561(E)
- Hand Tools QCO 2026 deadlines for general, small and micro enterprises
- Rescission notification, S.O. 239(E), January 2026
- Omnibus order rescinded, Scheme X voluntary
- BIS updates, November and December 2025 (circuit breakers)
- Energy Efficient Induction Motors (Three Phase Squirrel Cage) QCO, 2017
- V-Belt (Quality Control) Order, 2024
- Stainless steel pipes and tubes QCO, effective 1 August 2025
- AC and refrigerator compressor import relief to 31 March 2027
- QCO exemption for SEZ units, FTP 2023 amendment
- BIS mandatory product list with IS numbers (cables, motors, wire ropes, UPS and others)
BIS and spare part questions by industry
Which industrial spares need BIS in 2026?
Only products named in a Quality Control Order (QCO). Examples are three-phase squirrel-cage induction motors (IS 12615), AC circuit breakers, V-belts, cables, stainless steel pipes and tubes, butterfly valves, wrought aluminium products from 1 December 2026 and hand tools from 1 April 2027. The machinery omnibus order was rescinded on 14 January 2026 and no longer applies.
Do servo motors, drives, VFDs and PLCs need BIS to import?
They are not named in the BIS orders we checked, and the machinery omnibus order that would have covered machinery was rescinded in January 2026. QCO lists change, so we check the current notification for your exact part before we advise.
Which spares for an automotive plant carry BIS?
On the line, watch IS 12615 motors, V-belts, AC circuit breakers, cables and hand tools. Automation parts such as servo, drives, PLC, HMI and robot electronics are not named in the orders we checked. Vehicle parts like tyres, wheels and safety glass have separate orders and are not our line.
Do tyre plant spares need BIS?
Mixer, extruder and curing-press drives, servo and PLC parts are not named in the orders we checked. V-belts have their own order (V-Belt QCO 2024), and IS 12615 motors, breakers, cables and hand tools can also be covered. We repair the drive or motor you already own.
Does BIS stop pharma packaging-line spares?
The omnibus order that would have covered packaging machines was rescinded. Individual items such as IS 12615 motors on AHU units, stainless steel pipes and tubes and butterfly valves can still need BIS. Repairing the installed unit keeps the same model and settings, which usually avoids a new change-control record. Your QA team decides.
What about food and beverage lines?
Servo, VFD, PLC and HMI parts on filling and packing lines are not named in the orders we checked. Stainless steel tubes for food and beverage use (IS 6913) and butterfly valves (IS 13095) have BIS orders, so buy those from licensed makers.
Is textile machinery still under a BIS order?
No. Textile machinery safety was part of the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety omnibus order, which was rescinded on 14 January 2026. Motors, belts, breakers and cables fitted to the machine can still be covered by their own orders.
Do HVAC and chiller spares need BIS?
Air conditioners and hermetic compressors have BIS orders. A relief for AC and refrigerator compressor imports runs to 31 March 2027, but it is limited to manufacturers' captive use under quotas. EC fan and control boards can usually be repaired rather than replaced.
What about cement, steel and power plants?
Drives, PLC and DCS cards, and power electronics are not named in the orders we checked. Distribution transformers, power capacitors, cables, motors and steel products are on BIS lists, and steel entries have temporary exemptions, so check the exact item and HS code.
When do hand tools need BIS?
Under the Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2026 (S.O. 5561(E), 9 October 2026), listed tools such as pipe wrenches, spanners and combination pliers need BIS from 1 April 2027 for general industry, 1 July 2027 for small enterprises and 1 October 2027 for micro enterprises. This is not our line.
Do circuit breakers need BIS?
AC circuit breakers in Category A of the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Order, 2020 (up to 630 A and 440 V AC) have needed BIS since 10 November 2024. The other categories were deferred until further notice. Buy breakers from a BIS-licensed maker.
Can export units import without BIS?
Advance Authorisation holders, export-oriented units and SEZ units have QCO exemptions under paragraph 2.03A of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, with conditions. For SEZ units, a June 2026 DGFT revision lets them import goods including spare parts for authorised SEZ operations against an undertaking. Moving goods into the domestic market brings BIS back. Your customs broker must confirm each case.
Does repairing a unit need a BIS licence?
QCOs regulate the manufacture, import and sale of notified goods. Repairing a unit you already own and returning it to the same plant is not the sale of a new product. This page is general information, not legal advice, and we check the current notification for your part before we advise.
Are you a BIS licence holder or importer for others?
No. Star Automations does not process BIS licences. We repair installed units, source spares and welcome partnerships with makers who need an India repair and supply partner. BIS licensing is done by the manufacturer through BIS.
How fast is the quote and what warranty do I get?
Send the nameplate photo on WhatsApp for a free repairability check. The quote is usually the same working day. For servo motor repair the tiers are emergency same day, urgent 3 working days and standard 7 working days. Warranty terms are stated on each quotation.
WhatsApp a nameplate photo for a free repairability check.
Send it to +91 97866 22233 or email info@starautomations.com.