Schaeffler India Becomes First Company to Secure BIS License for Cylindrical Roller Bearings Under New Indian Standard

2026-07-03 | Pune

Schaeffler India Limited, the leading motion technology company, today announced that its manufacturing plants in Maneja and Savli have received BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) license, marking a significant first for the Cylindrical Roller Bearings (CRB) for the company and for the bearings industry in India.

The Maneja and Savli plants have been awarded the BIS license for Cylindrical Roller Bearings (CRB) which is the first in the Indian Bearing Industry while they have also received BIS license for Deep Groove Ball Bearings (DGBB) for both these locations.

The certifications underscore Schaeffler India's commitment to quality, manufacturing excellence, and adherence to the highest industry standards. They also reinforce the company's efforts to support India's evolving quality framework while strengthening customer confidence in locally manufactured bearing solutions.

Commenting on the achievement, Harsha Kadam, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Schaeffler India Limited, said, "This milestone reflects Schaeffler India's unwavering commitment to quality, operational excellence, and customer trust. Being the first company to secure the BIS license for Cylindrical Roller Bearings under the new standard is a proud achievement for our teams and demonstrates our readiness to meet evolving regulatory and industry requirements. We remain committed to setting benchmarks in manufacturing excellence and supporting the growth of India's industrial ecosystem”.

The achievement further strengthens Schaeffler India's position as a trusted technology partner for customers across industrial and automotive sectors while contributing to the advancement of quality standards within the Indian manufacturing ecosystem.

Schaeffler Group – We pioneer motion

The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for over 75 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions, and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services by means of eight product families: from bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. With around 120,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, Schaeffler is one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and ranks among Germany’s most innovative companies.

Schaeffler India Limited

Schaeffler India brings a 80-year global legacy of innovation in motion technology to the Indian market, offering precision engineering solutions. As a trusted partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle, Schaeffler offers innovative technologies, products, and solutions for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions and renewable energies. With five manufacturing plants in India (Talegaon, Savli, Maneja, Hosur and Shoolagiri), three R&D centers, five sales offices, and a strong industrial and automotive aftermarket network, Schaeffler India ensures nationwide accessibility of products and solutions to its customers.

With renowned product brands and a comprehensive range of products and services in the mobility ecosystem by means of eight motion families: from bearing solutions and linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services, Schaeffler is committed to partnering with its customers across segments for their engineering and motion technology needs. With its presence in India for over 60 years and with a dedicated workforce of over 3,800 employees Schaeffler is a leading motion technology company in India. Explore more - www.schaeffler.co.in