Published: 8 May 2026
BIS Certification for Commercial Electric Forced Convection Ovens and Steam Cookers under QCO 2026
Omega QMS Compliance Insights
Omega QMS
Commercial electric forced convection ovens and steam cookers now require mandatory BIS certification under QCO 2026.
Covered Products
- Commercial Electric Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers and Steam-Convection Ovens
- Electric Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers and Steam-Convection Ovens (household equivalent)
Key Requirements Under Scheme-I
BIS Licence
A BIS licence under Scheme-I is mandatory before any sale or import.
Product Testing
Testing at a BIS-recognised laboratory against IS 302 (Part 1): 2024.
Factory Inspection
Factory inspection and audit by BIS.
ISI Marking
ISI marking is required on every certified unit.
Ongoing Surveillance
Ongoing surveillance audits to maintain licence validity.
Compliance Dates
General
Other than micro and small enterprises
Date has passed
Small Enterprises
Micro Enterprises
Key Exemptions
Export Manufacturing
Goods manufactured domestically solely for export are exempt.
R&D Imports
Up to 200 units per year may be imported for R&D without BIS certification, provided they are not sold commercially. Year-wise records must be maintained.
Existing Stock
Declared stock held by a BIS-certified manufacturer (or one who has applied) may be sold for up to six months from the implementation date, subject to a declaration to BIS.
How Omega QMS Supports BIS Certification for Commercial Convection Ovens and Steam Cookers
- Product-level QCO scope assessment: convection, steam and combi-oven configurations
- Exemption eligibility assessment for R&D imports and export manufacturing
- BIS certification strategy and documentation for Indian and foreign manufacturers
- Coordination with BIS-recognised testing laboratories for IS 302 compliance
- Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) services for foreign manufacturers
- Customs documentation support for compliant import clearance
The QCO Is Notified: Uncertainty Has a Cost
Get a product-level applicability assessment and a clear view of your BIS certification requirements for commercial convection ovens and steam cookers.
Reference: Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 (QCO 2026). Applicable standard: IS 302 (Part 1): 2024.
