In an industry as complex as Rail, staying compliant is not just about following rules—it is about maintaining a competitive edge. The Rail Chamber’s Regulatory Briefing service decodes complex legislative language from the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), RDSO, DPIIT, and NITI Aayog into strategic insights for our members.

1. Recent Regulatory Updates (Q4 2025)

  • Revised Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order: Analysis of the latest thresholds for "Class-I Local Suppliers" and new audit requirements for percentage of local content.
  • IRMS (Indian Railways Management Service) Restructuring: How the unified cadre system is streamlining the technical approval process for new industry vendors.
  • Green Rail Mandate 2025: New guidelines on carbon footprint reporting for manufacturers and the phase-out schedule for non-recyclable interior materials in rolling stock.

2. Standardisation & Technical Briefs

We monitor the evolution of technical specifications to ensure our members are prepared for the next generation of rail infrastructure:

  • KAVACH 4.0 Interface Standards: Technical breakdown of the interoperability requirements for onboard and trackside equipment.
  • ISO/TS 22163 (IRIS) Migration: Guidelines for MSMEs transitioning to the International Railway Industry Standard to qualify for global export tenders.
  • High-Speed Rail (HSR) Specifications: Updates on the specific metallurgy and tolerances required for the upcoming Diamond Quadrilateral corridors.

3. Compliance Toolkits

To assist our members, the Rail Chamber provides downloadable toolkits for frequent regulatory tasks:

  • The Vendor Registration Guide: A step-by-step walkthrough of the IREPS (Indian Railways E-Procurement System) and UVAM portals.
  • GST & HSN Classification for Rail Parts: A specialized brief on correct tax classification to avoid litigation and optimize Input Tax Credit (ITC).
  • Export Documentation for Rolling Stock: A guide to navigating bilateral trade agreements and Duty Drawback schemes.

4. Direct Consultation

If a specific regulatory change is impacting your production line or tender eligibility, our Regulatory Helpdesk is available for one-on-one consultation. We help members interpret "Grey Areas" in policy through direct communication with relevant government departments.

Archive & Search

Members can access our searchable database of Policy Circulars (1995–2025) to track the history of specific railway regulations.