The Ministry of Steel has announced an Open House to address issues concerning steel imports, scheduled for April 27, 2026. The event will take place from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the Steel Room, 3rd Floor, GPOA-3, Netaji Nagar, New Delhi.
The primary objective of the session is to provide a platform for companies and associations to present concerns related to SIMS, SARAL SIMS, and Quality Control Order (QCO) exemptions. Due to logistical constraints, walk-in participation is not permitted, and each organization is limited to one representative. Third-party representation is strictly prohibited.
Interested participants must request a confirmed time slot by emailing tech-steel[at]nic[dot]in. The deadline for submissions is April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Organizations are required to include the following information in their request:
* **Company/Association Name:** Full name of the entity.
* **Industry and Product Type:** Sector (e.g., Auto, Aerospace, Telecom, Defence) and specific products.
* **Issue Category:** Specification of whether the issue pertains to SIMS, SARAL SIMS, or QCO exemptions.
* **Application Reference:** Relevant reference numbers for existing applications, if applicable.
* **Issue Summary:** A brief description of the issue (maximum 50 words).
* **Participant Details:** Name and designation of the representative.
* **Contact Information:** Mobile number and email address of the participant.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Steel: The central government ministry responsible for formulating policies and regulating the development of the iron and steel industry in India.
Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS): A mandatory registration system for steel importers to provide advance information to the government regarding incoming shipments.
Quality Control Order (QCO) Exemption: The regulatory framework governing requests for waivers from mandatory quality standards for specific imported steel products.
SARAL SIMS: An updated or simplified digital interface for the Steel Import Monitoring System aimed at streamlining the registration process.
Ministry of Steel
Ministry of Steel to hold Open House on Steel
Import Issues on 27th April
Posted On: 22 APR 2026 10:09AM by PIB Delhi
Ministry of Steel will be conducting Open House to discuss issues related to import of steel on 27th April,
2026 in Steel Room, 3rd Floor, GPOA- 3, Netaji Nagar New Delhi. Companies and associations may
present their issues related to above subjects in the Open House. To participate in the Open House e-mails
may be sent on tech-steel[at]nic[dot]in for getting a confirmed time slot on above date.
While sending the e-mail, following information may be included:
1. Name of the Company/Association
2. Type of industry and product – Auto/Aerospace/Telecom/ Defence, etc.
3. Issue is related to SIMS/SARAL SIMS/QCO EXEMPTION
4. Reference of SIMS/SARAL SIMS/QCO EXEMPTION application if any
5. Issue in brief (maximum 50 words)
6. Name and designation of participant (third party representation not allowed)
7. Contact details of the participant (mobile number and e-mail)
The Open House will be conducted from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and specific time slots will be indicated
via e-mail. Walk-ins will not be possible due to logistic challenges and only one representative per
organisation is permitted to ensure wider participation.
It is advised that any company or association having issues related to SIMS/SARAL SIMS/QCO
EXEMPTION for import of steel may send their request on the above e-mail by 24th April, 03:00 pm to
get confirmed time-slots.
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