**Summary: Ministry of Steel Open House on Steel Import Issues**
The Ministry of Steel has announced a virtual "Open House" to be held on May 27, 2026. The session is dedicated to discussing and resolving challenges faced by companies and associations regarding the import of steel, specifically focusing on SIMS, SARAL SIMS, and QCO Exemption issues.
**Participation and Registration Details:**
To receive a confirmed time slot and the meeting link, interested stakeholders must submit a formal request via email to **tech-steel[at]nic[dot]in**. The deadline for submissions is **May 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM**.
**Required Information for Registration:**
Participants are required to provide the following details in their email:
1. **Entity Name:** Name of the Company or Association.
2. **Industry Segment:** Type of industry and product (e.g., Auto, Aerospace, Telecom, Defence, etc.).
3. **Issue Category:** Specific relation to SIMS, SARAL SIMS, or QCO Exemption.
4. **Application Reference:** Reference numbers for any existing SIMS/SARAL SIMS/QCO Exemption applications.
5. **Issue Summary:** A brief description of the issue (maximum 50 words).
6. **Participant Identification:** Name and designation of the participant (Note: Third-party representation is strictly prohibited).
7. **Contact Information:** Mobile number and email address of the participant.
The specific time schedule and virtual meeting link will be distributed to confirmed participants following the registration deadline.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Steel: The primary government body organizing the Open House to address grievances and procedural issues related to steel imports.
SIMS (Steel Import Monitoring System): A mandatory system for monitoring steel imports into India, cited as a core subject for discussion and feedback.
SARAL SIMS: A specific interface or streamlined version of the Steel Import Monitoring System mentioned as a key topic for the stakeholder meeting.
QCO EXEMPTION: Refers to exemptions from Quality Control Orders for imported steel, which companies and associations are invited to discuss.
Ministry of Steel
Ministry of Steel to hold Open House on Steel
Import Issues on 27th May
Posted On: 25 MAY 2026 8:21PM by PIB Delhi
Ministry of Steel will be conducting Open House to discuss issues related to import of steel on
27th May, 2026 through Virtual Mode. Companies and associations may present their issues
related to SIMS/SARAL SIMS/QCO EXEMPTION 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 specific time schedule and meeting link will be shared in due course.
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 26nd May, 2026,
5:00 PM to get confirmed time-slot.
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