The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the Department of Consumer Affairs, has issued a notification on May 16 , 2025, establishing amendments to two key Indian Standards. These changes, made under Sub-rule (1) of Rule 15 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018, will take effect from May 5, 2025, with a transitional phase allowing previous versions to remain in force until November 4, 2025.
📌 Key Highlights:
- Steel Chequered Plates (IS 3502:2009) receives Amendment No. 2.
- Punches with Cylindrical Head (IS 4296 Part 2:2024) sees Amendment No. 1.
- Both amendments come into force from May 5, 2025.
- Older versions will remain valid until November 4, 2025, offering a 6-month transition period.
🗂️ Details of Amendments:
| Sl. No. | Indian Standard Number & Title | Amendment No. | Establishment Date | Validity of Previous Version |
| 1 | IS 3502:2009 – Steel Chequered Plates (Third Revision) | No. 2 – May 2025 | 05 May 2025 | Till 04 November 2025 |
| 2 | IS 4296 (Part 2):2024 – Tools for Pressing – Punches with Cylindrical Head (2nd Revision) | No. 1 – May 2025 | 05 May 2025 | Till 04 November 2025 |
Manufacturers, suppliers, and quality control personnel must align with the latest standards by November 4, 2025. Failure to do so may lead to non-compliance with regulatory and certification requirements.
