Updated on May 06, 2025 02:36:56 PM
RDSO Registration, or RDSO Vendor Approval, is a mandatory registration required for manufacturers, service providers, and contractors who wish to work with Indian Railways. The Research Designs and Standards Organization (RDSO), a technical organization functioning under the Ministry of Railways, is responsible for establishing and maintaining technical standards for railway systems in India. RDSO registration ensures that the products, components, and services provided by these entities meet the prescribed standards of quality, safety, and reliability.
The process of RDSO vendor approval is scrutinised by the licensing body of research design and standard organisation.
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The manufacturer's vendor approval from the Research Design & Standards Organization (RDSO) is a significant process that ensures the quality and compliance of railway-related products. RDSO sets stringent quality standards that manufacturers must meet to obtain vendor approval. These standards cover various aspects of product design, manufacturing processes, and testing procedures.
In addition to fulfilling RDSO's quality standards, manufacturers are also required to comply with ISO procedures that align with RDSO standards. This dual compliance ensures that railway products meet both national and international quality benchmarks.
RDSO plays a crucial role in developing and standardising various aspects of Indian railways. Its primary purpose is to ensure the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the railway system. Some key functions of RDSO include:
With Professional Utilities you can obtain your RDSO vendor approval by following the following steps.
Applicants are required to produce all the relevant documents to our expert, The application form with RDSO will be filled out once the concerned experts thoroughly verify the documents.
Once our experts verify the documents, we will file an official application with the RDSO licensing authority. The licensing authority will further scrutinise the application.
In some cases, the licensing authority may also require product samples for testing and evaluation after the document verification.
Upon the successful approval and evaluation, RDSO will issue a registration certificate or approve the vendor for further operation with Indian Railways.
The Govt fee for RDSO Registration is as follows:
| For items having five or more registered vendors | |
|---|---|
| For Indian firms (Micro & Small) | INR 1,50,000 |
| For firms other than micro & small | INR 2,50,000 |
| For foreign firms | $12,000 |
| For items having less than 5 registered vendors | |
| For micro and small firms | INR 10,000 |
| For firms other than micro & Small entities | INR 50,000 |
| For foreign entities | $12,000 |
Note: The aforementioned Fees is exclusive of GST.
It takes around 20-25 days to get Vendor approval from the Research Design and Standard Organisation (RDSO).
The validity of RDSO registration is up to 2 years once approved.
Entities supplying goods to the Indian railway can get the following benefits of vendor approval from RDSO.
Conclusion
The RDSO vendor registration process is an important step for companies looking to work with research and development organizations under the Ministry of Railways in India. It is a rigorous process, but it is also an essential one for ensuring the quality and reliability of products and services supplied to the Indian Railways.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
Research Design & Standard Organisation also known as RDSO is a govt entity under the Ministry of Railways that provides licensing to vendors and manufacturers.
The cost of RDSO vendor registration can vary depending on the registration criteria of the vendor as well as the size of the firm. Usually, the fee for RDSO registration ranges from INR 10,000 - 2,50,000 for Indian firms.
You can get your RDSO vendor approval with Professional Utilities within just 20-25 days at an affordable cost. Our experts can guide you through all the hassle of the registration process and documentation.
The validity of RDSO is upto 2 years from the day of its issuance.
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