QCI Next-Generation Quality Reforms

Core Update

The Quality Council of India (QCI) announced next-generation quality reforms on Sushasan Divas 2025.

What is the QCI Quality Reform Initiative?

A comprehensive reform package aimed at shifting from inspection-based to trust-based compliance, with a focus on simplifying quality certification for MSMEs.

Reform Highlights

• Launch of Q Mark – Desh ka Haq (QR-coded quality mark)
• Shift from inspection-based to trust-based compliance
• Single paperless accreditation platform

MSME Focus

• Mentoring Tier-2 and Tier-3 suppliers
• Training 1 lakh MSMEs and SHGs under ODOP in 2026
• Reduced fees for ZED and Lean certification

Sectoral Reforms

• NABL: 48-hour scope extensions, private GATCs
• NABH: Relaxed norms, AI-assisted surveillance
• NABCB: Quality Passport, certification for drones & cybersecurity

UPSC Relevance

• GS-II: Regulatory governance
• GS-III: MSMEs, quality infrastructure

Prelims Trap Alert

⚠️ Q Mark is a quality certification mark, not a product brand. QCI is under DPIIT, not a standard-setting body itself.

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