All Types of Gears, Sprockets, and Transmission Components
High-Voltage Switchgear & Control Gear BIS Roadmap
- Engage Early with BIS and NABL-Accredited Labs
- Partner with Experienced Compliance Consultant
- Get in touch with domain experts  ERA’s internal team for documentation, audit preparation, and technical file submission.
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- Get in touch with domain experts  ERA’s internal team for documentation, audit preparation, and technical file submission.
- Track Gazette Notifications and BIS Circulars
 Monitor amendments, exemptions, and enforcement timelines via ERA’s News Letter.
- Conduct Product Readiness Gap Assessment
Evaluate your switchgear/control gear portfolio against IS standards (e.g., IS 3427, IS 9920, IS 8623).
Use ERA’s compliance scoring to prioritize high-risk SKUs.
| Sr. No. | Parameter | Details / Action Required | Compliance Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Governing Regulation | Machinery & Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024 (S.O. 3649(E), amended by S.O. 2579(E)) | Mandatory |
| 2. | Effective Date |  1 September 2026 – Deadline for BIS Certification | Countdown running |
| 3. | Applicable Law | BIS Act, 2016 – Sections 16, 17, 25 | Binding Statute |
| 4. | Certification Scheme | Scheme X – Includes ISI Mark, Tech File Submission, Testing, Audit | Compulsory |
| 5. | Marking Requirement | ISI Mark + Compliance Label + Instruction Plate | Mandatory |
| 6. | Product Scope | Includes gears, gearboxes, screws, sprockets, changers, converters | Covered |
| 7. | Component Scope | Includes parts, modules, assemblies, subassemblies | Fully applicable |
| 8. | Applicable Standards | IS/ISO 6336, IS 7454, IS/IEC 60204, IS 16504 series | Refer & apply |
| 9. | Industries Affected | Machine OEMs, Robotics, Automotive, Industrial Automation, Railways | High compliance |
| 10. | Dual Compliance | If used in machines under other QCOs (e.g., Construction Machinery) | Overlap possible |
| 11. | Exemptions | Export-only goods, parts already certified, CMVR-registered units | Declared to BIS |
| 12. | Enforcement Agency | BIS – With seizure, licensing, prosecution power | Enabled |
| 13. | Penalties for Violation | Fines, ISI cancellation, seizure, imprisonment (Sec. 29 BIS Act) | High risk |
| 14. | HS Code- | 84834000 – Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including. 84839000- Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including | Verified |
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Mandatory BIS Certification
Product: All types of gears and gearing, toothed wheels, chain sprockets, transmission elements, ball or roller screws, gear boxes and speed changers, including torque converters and/or their assemblies, subassemblies, or components.
Product Scope Description:
This category includes all mechanical transmission systems and power-transfer components used across machines, industrial systems, automation platforms, mobility equipment, and heavy-duty appliances.
HS Codes Covered:
- 84834000 – Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including .
- 84839000– Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including
Applicable Standard(s):
Mapped to relevant IS/IEC standards such as:
- IS/ISO 6336 Series – Calculation of load capacity of gears
- IS 7454:2021 – Gear terminology
- IS/IEC 60204 (Part series) – Electrical Safety for Mechanical Machines
- IS 16504 (Parts 1–10) – Machinery Safety (General Principles, Risk Assessment, Safeguarding)
- Other ISO/IS standards depending on machine function or industrial domain
Comply with the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024 – Legally Mandatory Under the BIS Act, 2016
Legal Compliance Overview
In line with India’s move toward safety and standardization of mechanical transmission equipment, the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024, mandates BIS certification for this category. All products under HS Codes 84834000 and 84839000 must conform to Indian Standards, bear the ISI Mark, and fulfill Scheme X requirements.
This regulation is enforced under Sections 16, 17, and 25 of the BIS Act, 2016. Certification is compulsory from 1 September 2026 onward.
Product It covers:
- Gears, gear trains, planetary systems
- Chain sprockets, toothed wheels
- Ball screws and roller screws
- Speed changers and torque converters
- Gearboxes, reducers, assemblies and subassemblies
- All associated modules or functional parts used in power/mechanical transmission
Example Machine Categories Covered
| Example Use/Function | Common Use |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes & Drives | Speed regulation in heavy machinery and automotive sectors |
| Chain Sprockets | Power transfer in conveyors, motors, lifting systems |
| Torque Converters | Transmission systems in construction & mobile machines |
| Roller/Ball Screws | Precision drive in CNC, robotics, and industrial controls |
| Modular Power Assemblies | Subassemblies in automation, fluid power, mechanical arms |
| Reduction Gear Sets | Load balancing in turbines, agitators, process machines |
Urgency to Comply
Failure to secure BIS certification by 1 September 2026 will result in:
- Legal prohibition on manufacture, sale, or import
- BIS seizure, penal actions, or blacklisting from public tenders
- Customs delays or complete rejections at port of entry
- Criminal penalties including imprisonment up to 2 years (Sec. 29 of BIS Act)
Step-by-Step Action Plan
- Determine IS Standard
Identify applicable BIS/ISO standard based on product type (e.g., gear, torque converter) - Register with BIS
Apply via ManakOnline under Scheme X - Compile Technical Documentation
Prepare load diagrams, gear ratio charts, performance specs, lubrication charts - Submit for Testing
Send product to BIS-accredited lab for compliance and safety testing - Factory Audit
Undergo site verification and process validation by BIS officials - ISI Marking
After license is approved, affix the ISI Mark with serial traceability
Industries & Stakeholders Required to Comply
- Industrial Gear Manufacturers
- CNC & Robotics Machinery Makers
- OEM Machine Builders (Transmission Units)
- Heavy Vehicle Powertrain Assemblers
- Defence and Aerospace Equipment Vendors
- Importers of Mechanical Drive Systems
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- Legal bar on manufacture/import/sale in India
- Seizure of goods and legal notice under Sec. 29 of BIS Act
- Fines: ₹2 lakh (first offence), ₹5 lakh or imprisonment (repeat)
- Cancelled BIS license or blacklist from industrial procurement
- Loss of client contracts and supply chain breakdown
Steps to Legalize Your Machinery
- Product Classification – Align the product to correct HS Code & IS standard
- Technical File Prep – Include CAD drawings, materials, tolerances, and gear safety factors
- Online BIS Registration – File under Scheme X via official BIS portal
- Testing & Certification – Complete third-party testing and await BIS audit
- Affix ISI Mark – Legally mark all certified gear components before dispatch
- Ongoing Compliance – Maintain documentation, ensure re-audits, and label renewal
Conclusion: Why Action is Urgent?
Given the sweeping scope of the 2024 Omnibus Technical Regulation Order, mechanical drive and transmission elements now fall directly under BIS enforcement for safety, quality, and traceability. This is a critical regulatory shift impacting both complete machines and independent components.
If your business supplies gearboxes, torque converters, or precision motion parts—compliance cannot be deferred.
With only limited slots for lab testing and growing market surveillance by BIS, begin certification immediately to avoid disruption, import holds, or permanent loss of market access in India.
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Let us help you navigate regulatory challenges and achieve certification with ease. Leave us your details, and we’ll get back to you—or request a free consultation today.