S No Group Number Task Date of creation Time Frame No of Members
1. ETD 01 : WG01 To review and revise IS 12360: 1988 as per corresponding IEC 60038: 2021 17-09-2021 31-01-2025 6
2. ETD 03 : WG01 Preparation of drafts and maintenance of standards for Mineral Insulating Oils (Product + guideline documents) 17-06-2014 16-05-2024 3
3. ETD 03 : WG02 Preparation & maintenance of Product standards and Guidelines for Use of Esters - Natural and Synthetic 18-06-2014 16-05-2024 5
4. ETD 03 : WG04 the scope of work for the panel on hot dip processes established by the Corrosion Protection and Finishes Sectional Committee (MTD 24) of BIS, includes a comprehensive review of existing standards within its domain. The panel is tasked with recommending revisions, amendments, reaffirmation, or withdrawal of these standards, providing well-founded justifications for each action. It is also responsible for addressing industry inquiries, clarifying standards-related questions, and participating in voting on ISO ballots and ISO meetings pertinent to its domain. Additionally, the panel may undertake any supplementary tasks assigned by the committee as needed. 05-04-2024 28-08-2024 0
5. ETD 06 : WG01 - - 2
6. ETD 11 : WG01 To prepare draft standard for batteries used in drone applications 05-01-2024 05-08-2024 7
7. ETD 11 : WG02 For reviewing the comments on IS 1652:2013 05-01-2024 05-06-2024 4
8. ETD 11 : WG03 For reviewing comments on IS 17882:2022 15-05-2024 10-06-2024 5
9. ETD 11 : WG04 This Joint working group has been made with the consent of ETD 10, Primary Cells and Batteries Sectional Committee, ETD 11, Secondary Cells and Batteries Sectional Committee and ETD 52, Electrical Energy Storage Systems Sectional Committee. This working group will prepare the draft Indian Standard on Chemistry Agnostic Standard for Stationary Application with the help of the report of NITI Aayog. 20-08-2024 25-10-2024 7
10. ETD 11 : WG05 Accelerated Test Method Test for Cycle Life Test Of ACCs. 11-10-2024 31-12-2024 4
11. ETD 11 : WG06 NWIP on Lead-Acid Starter Batteries Part 6: Batteries for Micro-Cycle Applications. 11-10-2024 31-12-2024 4
12. ETD 13 : WG01 Maintenance of IS 13779, IS 14697 and IS 15884 08-05-2019 20-08-2025 5
13. ETD 13 : WG02 Maintenance of IS 15959 series of standards 08-05-2019 20-09-2025 9
14. ETD 13 : WG03 Transition of Security Mechanism in IS 15959 series of standards 30-09-2019 20-08-2025 9
15. ETD 13 : WG04 DC Energy Meter 01-11-2019 20-08-2025 1
16. ETD 13 : WG05 Revision of IS 15707: 2006 01-11-2019 20-08-2025 1
17. ETD 13 : WG06 Revision of IS 12346: 1999 01-11-2019 20-08-2025 1
18. ETD 13 : WG07 Formulation of standards pertaining to “Panel on Air Handling Units” 01-01-2024 01-01-2029 1
19. ETD 13 : WG08 Drafting amendments for IS 16444 (Parts 1 and 2) 01-11-2019 20-08-2025 1
20. ETD 13 : WG9 Panel to revise standard on Mortise locks and latches Mechanically Operated 26-07-2022 28-11-2028 1
21. ETD 13 : WG15 The scope of work for the panel on Testing methods established by the Corrosion Protection and Finishes Sectional Committee (MTD 24) of BIS, includes a comprehensive review of existing standards within its domain. The panel is tasked with recommending revisions, amendments, reaffirmation, or withdrawal of these standards, providing well-founded justifications for each action. It is also responsible for addressing industry inquiries, clarifying standards-related questions, and participating in voting on ISO ballots and ISO meetings pertinent to its domain. Additionally, the panel may undertake any supplementary tasks assigned by the committee as needed. 28-08-2024 31-03-2025 7
22. ETD 14 : WG02 To define step voltage acceptance criteria in Fan Regulators as per IS 11037 29-08-2023 31-03-2025 8
23. ETD 15 : WG15 To prepare the working draft for the revision of IS 17082 : 2019 Guidelines for Design & Construction of Continuous pusher type coal/oil/gas fired reheating furnaces 29-06-2021 - 6
24. ETD 15 : WG02 Adoption and updating of IEC standards. Members in group will also comment on IEC draft documents. 20-06-2024 20-06-2024 6
25. ETD 15 : WG03 Revise and finalize IS 1231, 2223 , 8223 20-06-2024 20-06-2024 3
26. ETD 15 : WG04 Revise Standards related to test methods and codes of practice 20-08-2024 20-06-2024 2
27. ETD 15 : WG05 Revise Brush related standards 20-06-2024 20-06-2024 2
28. ETD 15 : WG06 To revise standards related to submersible and agricultural applications. 20-06-2024 20-06-2024 3
29. ETD 15 : WG07 To revise generator standards 27-09-2024 28-02-2025 1
30. ETD 16 : WG02 Revision of standard code of practice for the design of tower cranes: Part 1 static and rail-mounted 03-05-2021 03-05-2021 5
31. ETD 19 : WG01 Revision of IS/IEC/TS 61936-2 : 2015 Power installations exceeding 1 kV ac and 15 kV dc Part 2: dc a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. d. Identifying the potential advantages, limitations, and challenges associated with implementing Earthing systems in various sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial and propose draft requirements to be included in the revision 09-07-2024 09-11-2024 3
32. ETD 19 : WG02 Standard on “ Power installations exceeding 1 kV AC and 1,5 kV DC - Part 0: Principles to be observed in the design and erection of high voltage installations - Safety of high voltage installations ” a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 01-12-2024 3
33. ETD 20 : WG02 Revision of IS 4648:1968 Guide for Electrical Layout in Residential Buildings a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. d. Identifying the potential advantages, limitations, and challenges associated with implementing Earthing systems in various sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial and propose draft requirements to be included in the revision of IS 4648. 18-07-2024 18-11-2024 3
34. ETD 20 : WG03 Revision of IS 8061:1976 Code of Practice for Design Installation and Maintenance of Service Lines up to and Including 650 V a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 18-07-2024 18-10-2024 3
35. ETD 20 : WG04 Revision of IS 8923:1978 Warning symbol for dangerous voltages and Revision of: IS 2551:1982 Danger Notice Plates a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 30-11-2024 3
36. ETD 25 : WG01 Preparation of working drafts for Planning & Selection, Inspection Manual, Special Applications (Persons with disabilities) 29-03-2023 31-12-2024 5
37. ETD 25 : WG02 Preparation of drafts for lifts for special applications 29-03-2023 30-08-2024 3
38. ETD 25 : WG03 Preparation and maintenance of standards on Escalators and Moving Walks 14-11-2024 31-12-2026 0
39. ETD 28 : WG02 To study and prepare report on floating solar PV plant standardization and prepare working drafts for the Floatovolatic systems. 04-04-2024 04-11-2024 5
40. ETD 31 : WG01 To review IEC standards on semiconductor converter and Stabilized power supplies. Enlisted experts to comment on SC22E and TC 22 documents 20-06-2024 20-06-2024 1
41. ETD 31 : WG02 To review IEC standards on Adjustable speed electric power drive systems (PDS) and comment on SC 22G documents 18-06-2024 01-08-2024 1
42. ETD 31 : WG03 To review IEC standards on UPS, explore for indigenous areas of standardization, and comment on SC 22H documents 18-06-2024 18-06-2024 1
43. ETD 33 : WG01 To update IEC 60317/ IS 13730 series. Develop indigenous standards where possible. 01-08-2024 01-08-2024 4
44. ETD 33 : WG02 To review IEC 60851 series. Comment on respective IEC documents 01-08-2024 01-08-2024 3
45. ETD 33 : WG03 To review IEC 60264/ IS 14841 series. Comment on TC 55 IEC drafts. 01-08-2024 01-08-2024 2
46. ETD 39 : WG01 Preparation of Working Drafts/Review of standards on High Voltage Fuses 09-05-2024 01-06-2024 4
47. ETD 39 : WG02 Preparation of Working Drafts/Revison/Review of the standards on low voltage fuses: 09-05-2024 01-06-2024 6
48. ETD 40 : WG01 To review standardization for component used in HVDC systems. Experts enlisted will comment on SC 22F draft documents 01-08-2024 01-08-2024 3
49. ETD 40 : WG02 To review standardization in system wide planning and testing of HVDC systems. Comment on TC 115 documents. 01-08-2024 01-08-2024 1
50. ETD 42 : WG01 Revision of IS/IEC 61400-2 Wind turbines - Part 2: Small wind turbines a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. d. Identifying the potential advantages, limitations, and challenges associated with implementing Earthing systems in various sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial and propose draft requirements to be included in the revision 28-07-2024 28-11-2024 2
51. ETD 42 : WG02 Standard on Design requirements for fixed offshore wind turbines and floating offshore wind turbines. a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 01-12-2024 2
52. ETD 42 : WG03 Standard on Wind turbine blades a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 01-12-2024 2
53. ETD 46 : WG01 Assessment of IEC SC 8A Publications from Indian perspective for adaption as Indian Standard 03-10-2024 31-12-2024 5
54. ETD 49 : WG03 To Review Part 1 & Part 2 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 2
55. ETD 49 : WG05 To Review Part 3 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 3
56. ETD 49 : WG06 Development of new Indian standard on 'Guidelines for Specifying, commissioning and acceptance testing of sheet fed single/multi-color offset printing machines' 10-08-2023 31-12-2025 6
57. ETD 49 : WG07 To Review Part 6_Section 1,7,9 & 12 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 4
58. ETD 49 : WG08 Development of new Indian standard on 'Assessment of Digital Print Outputs' 10-08-2023 19-12-2026 2
59. ETD 49 : WG9 To Review Part 6_Section 5 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 3
60. ETD 49 : WG10 Development of new Indian standard on 'Computer to Plate Offset Machines' 10-08-2023 30-06-2026 1
61. ETD 49 : WG11 To Review Part 7 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 3
62. ETD 49 : WG12 To Review Part 8 & Part 9 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 2
63. ETD 49 : WG13 To Review Part 10 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 2
64. ETD 49 : WG14 Development of new Indian standard on 'Flexography Machines' 10-08-2023 30-11-2026 4
65. ETD 49 : WG15 To Review Part 12 & Part 13 of Revised NLC 05-11-2024 25-12-2024 4
66. ETD 49 : WG16 Development of new Indian standard on 'Paper Folding Machines' 10-08-2023 31-12-2025 4
67. ETD 49 : WG17 Review and revision of standards related to hydrogen production technologies 24-09-2024 31-07-2025 3
68. ETD 50 : WG02 Preparation of Standardization Plan for LVDC Systems in India. 1. Conduct a thorough analysis of existing LVDC systems worldwide and evaluate their applicability to the Indian context. - Review current standards, regulations, and practices related to LVDC systems within India and internationally. 2. Identify relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, industry experts, educational institutions, and utility providers. 3. Develop a comprehensive standardization plan outlining key components, methodologies, and timelines for implementing LVDC systems in India. 07-08-2024 07-12-2024 5
69. ETD 50 : WG03 Review of IS 63318 to develop specification for other applications of LVDC for Electricity Access. a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 07-08-2024 31-12-2024 1
70. ETD 50 : WG04 Standard on Wind turbine blades a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 01-12-2024 0
71. ETD 52 : WG01 To prepare draft on BMS for Li-ion batteries 23-04-2024 23-10-2024 6
72. ETD 54 : WG01 Standard for Design requirements of Marine energy systems a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 09-08-2024 09-12-2024 2
73. ETD 54 : WG02 Standard on “Power performance assessment of Marine Energy Wave Tidal and Other Water Current Converters” a. Conduct an extensive study and comparative analysis of existing literature, research papers, international standards, and any other published information . b. Evaluate the level of manufacturing bases in the country to understand the capabilities and quality of production facilities. c. Assess the testing infrastructure in the country to determine the availability and adequacy of facilities for conducting product testing and quality assurance. 01-08-2024 01-12-2024 3