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This notification publishes draft rules proposing amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, for public information and inviting objections or suggestions.

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, under G.S.R. 541(E) dated 30th June, 2026, has published draft rules to further amend the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. These amendments are proposed by the Central Government in exercise of powers conferred by section 110 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988), as required by sub-section (1) of section 212 of the said Act. The public is invited to submit objections or suggestions within thirty days of the notification's availability, to be considered by the Central Government. Submissions can be sent to the Additional Secretary (MVL, Transport & Road Safety), Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Transport Bhawan, Parliament Street, New Delhi-110 001 or via email to [email protected]. The draft rules, titled the Central Motor Vehicles (.......... Amendment) Rules, 2026, will come into force on their final publication date. Specifically, they amend Rule 47, sub-rule (1), item (v) of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989. Effective 1st July 2026, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of Category M2 and M3 chassis/incompletely built vehicles with seating capacity of 13 or more passengers (excluding driver) must submit a pre-dispatch checklist (Form 20-C). Similarly, Bus Body builders constructing buses on such chassis must submit a pre-dispatch checklist (Form 20-D). Critical safety components at both chassis and bus body levels must be certified by the OEM and accredited bus body builder using a template-based video, as per applicable standards. Furthermore, Rule 48-B is amended to require RTOs or authorized inspection officers in the Transport Department to fill a pre-registration checklist (Form 20-E) during inspection for registration of Category M2 and M3 vehicles with 13 or more passengers (excluding driver), also effective 1st July 2026. The principal rules, Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, were originally published vide G.S.R. 590(E), dated 2nd June, 1989. The notification details the specific contents and verification points for Forms 20-C, 20-D, and 20-E, referencing various rules (e.g., Rule 93, 102, 125-C of CMVR, 1989) and AIS standards (e.g., AIS-052, AIS:150, AIS:135, AIS:153, AIS-119) and previous G.S.R. notifications (e.g., G.S.R. 895(E) dated 20.09.2016, G.S.R 337(E) dated 28.03.2019, G.S.R. 287(E) dated 22.04.2014).

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REGD. No. D. L.-33004/99 The Gazette of India CG-DL-E-02072026-273987 EXTRAORDINARY PART II—Section 3—Sub-section (i) PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY No. 483] NEW DELHI, WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026/ASHADHA 10, 1948 MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 30th June, 2026 G.S.R. 541(E).— The following draft of certain rules further to amend the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, which the Central Government proposes to make in exercise of the powers conferred by section 110 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988), is hereby published as required by sub-section (1) of section 212 of the said Act, for information of all persons likely to be affected thereby; and notice is hereby given that the said draft rules will be taken into consideration after the expiry of thirty days from the date on which the copies of this notification as published in the Gazette of India, are made available to the public; The objections or suggestions which may be received from any person in respect of the said draft rules before the expiry of the aforesaid period will be considered by the Central Government. Objections and suggestions to these draft rules, if any, may be sent to the Additional Secretary (MVL, Transport & Road Safety), Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Transport Bhawan, Parliament Street, New Delhi-110 001 or on the email: [email protected]; Draft Rules 1. Short title and commencement. — (1) These rules may be called the Central Motor Vehicles (.......... Amendment) Rules, 2026. (2) Save as otherwise provided in these rules, they shall come into force on the date of their final publication in the Official Gazette. 2. In the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 (hereinafter referred to as the said rules in rule 47, in sub-rule (1), in item (v), after sub-item (n), the following shall be inserted, namely: "(o) On and after 1st July 2026, every Original Equipment Manufacturer who manufactures chassis/incompletely built vehicles of Category M2 and M3 with seating capacity of 13 or more passengers excluding driver, shall additionally submit a pre-dispatch checklist duly authorized, in accordance with Form 20-C. (p) On and after 1st July 2026, every Bus Body builder who builds buses on chassis/incompletely built vehicles of Category M2 and M3 with seating capacity of 13 or more passenger excluding driver, which the Original Equipment Manufacturer manufactures, shall submit a pre-dispatch checklist duly authorized, in accordance with Form 20-D. (q) For the purposes of sub-items (o) and (p), each critical safety component at the level of the chassis and the bus body shall be certified by the Original Equipment Manufacturer and the accredited bus body builder, as the case may be, through a template-based video, in such manner as may be prescribed in the applicable standards." 3. In the said rules, in rule 48-B, after the first proviso, the following proviso shall be inserted, namely: "Provided further that on and after 1st July 2026, for the purpose of registration of vehicles of Category M2 and M3 with seating capacity 13 or more passenger excluding driver, at the time of inspection as stated in this rule, the RTO or his authorized inspection officer in the Transport Department shall fill the checklist duly in accordance with Form 20-E." [F. No. RT-11036/163/2025-MVL] MAHMOOD AHMED, Addl. Secy. Note: The principal rules were published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, sub-section(i) vide G.S.R. 590(E), dated the 2nd June, 1989 and lastly amended vide G.S.R. .....(E) dated the ............. Form No: 20-C (See Rule 47) Pre-dispatch Checklist for Original Equipment Manufacturers (Bus Chassis) Comprehensive Guidelines for Verification of Bus Chassis by OEMs as per MV Act, 1988 and CMVR, 1989. OEM: State: Position of Engine / Traction Battery : Date: Type of Chassis: Chassis No: Checks to verify the Bus Safety Compliance as mentioned: +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.0 | General Information | +=====+=======================================================+ | 1.1 | Name and Address of the Registered office of the OEM | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.2 | Accreditation Certificate No. and Validity of the OEM.| +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.3 | Location of OEM Manufacturing Facility | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.4 | Type Approval Certificate No | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.5 | Engine Manufacturer | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.6 | Engine No. | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.8 | Wheel Base | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.0 | Items for Verification | Reference | Compliance | Remarks, if any:| | | | | (Yes/No) | | +=====+==================================================+=======================+=============+================+ | 2.1 | Dimensions of chassis | Rule 93 of CMVR, 1989 | | | | | Specify: L x W x H (in meters) | | | | | | (Whether any alteration in chassis made by OEM) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.2 | Light & Signaling devices | Rule 102 of CMVR, 1989| | | | | vii) Headlamp | | | | | | viii) Tail Lamp | | | | | | ix) Parking lamp | | | | | | x) Reverse lamp | | | | | | xi) Side indicators | | | | | | xii) Retro-reflector and Reflective tape | | | | | | (Any additional lamp fitted, if so, details)| | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.3 | Valid type approval of Chassis as per AIS-052 | Rule 125-C of CMVR, | | | | | (Rev.1) | 1989 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.0 | Inspection Requirement | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.1 | Electronic Vehicle Stability Control System | AIS:150 | | | | | (EVSC) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.2 | Endurance Brake Fitment (Retarder) | IS 11852:2013 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.3 | Fire Detection Alarm (FDAS) and Suppression System | AIS:135 | | | | | (FDSS) | AIS:153 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.4 | Fire alarm and Protection System in the occupant | AIS:135 | | | | | compartment (FAS / FPS) | | | | | | (Applicable to Type III buses of Category M3 and | | | | | | School Buses) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.5 | Multiplexing/Electronic architecture | AIS:153 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.6 | Whether the Chassis fitted with the air | | | | | | conditioning system. | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ Certified that the above Chassis has been manufactured with reference to CMVR, 1989 and applicable AIS standards, and the provisions verified above have been found Compliant [ ] / non-compliant [ ] as recorded. Name of the Authorised representative of the Chassis Manufacturer/OEM:................................... Designation ................................... Signature ................................... Form No: 20-D (See Rule 47) Pre-delivery Checklist for Bus Body Builders Comprehensive Guidelines for Verification of Buses by Body Builders before delivering to the customer, as per MV Act, 1988 and CMVR, 1989. Body Builder Name: Date: Chassis Manufacture: State: Temp. Registration No: Chassis No: Checks to verify the Bus Safety Compliance: +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1. | General Information | +=====+=======================================================+ | 1.1 | Name and Address of the Registered Office of the | | | Bus Body Builder/OEM | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.2 | Accreditation Certificate No. and Validity of the | | | Body Builder | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.3 | Location of Body Builder Facility | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.4 | NOC details (Applicable for Old Chassis and | | | reconstruction) | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.5 | Type Approval Certificate No with Date | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.6 | Variant No. and Variant Name as per Type Approval | | | Certificate | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2. | Items for Verification | Reference | Compliance | Remarks if any:| | | | | (Yes/No) | | +=====+========================================================+===================+=============+================+ | 2.1 | Bus dimension - | Rule 93 of CMVR, | | | | | Specify: L x W x H (in meters) | 1989 | | | | | (Whether any alteration in the chassis made by OEM) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.2 | Light & Signalling devices | Rule 102 of CMVR, | | | | | i) Headlamp | 1989 | | | | | ii) Tail Lamp | | | | | | iii) Parking lamp | | | | | | iv) Reverse lamp | | | | | | v) Side indicators | | | | | | vi) Retro-reflector and Reflective tape | | | | | | (Any other additional lamp fitted, if so, details)| | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.3 | Whether approval of the layout drawings obtained by | Rule 125-C of | | | | | the Testing agency. | CMVR, 1989 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3. | Document/ Drawing/Checks | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.1 | One Fire extinguisher provided near driver's seat and | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | found serviceable. (Min. 4 Kg) | 20.09.2016 | | | | | (Check validity and fitness of cylinder) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.2 | One Fire extinguisher provided in the passenger | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | compartment and found serviceable. | 20.09.2016 | | | | | (Min.6 kg) (Check validity and fitness of cylinder) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.3 | Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS) and found | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | operational | 28.03.2019 | | | | | Specify: | | | | | | Fitted with chassis | | | | | | Provided with the chassis, but installed by the builder| | | | | | Not provided with the chassis and fitted by the body | | | | | | builder | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.4 | Fire Detection and Suppression System (FDSS) provided | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | and found operational, wherever applicable (If not, | 28.03.2019 | | | | | check the requirement as per the Type of Bus) | | | | | | Specify: | | | | | | Fitted with chassis | | | | | | Provided with the chassis, but installed by the builder| | | | | | Not provided with the chassis and fitted by the body | | | | | | builder | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.5 | Fire Alarm System in Occupant Compartment and Fire | | | | | | Protection System in Occupant Compartment (If not, | | | | | | check the requirement as per the Type of Bus) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.6 | Fire alarm audible and visible inside the occupant | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | compartment | 28.03.2019 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.7 | Minimum number of emergency exits (Specify numbers) | | | | | | For information: | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Type of Bus | Min. No. of | | 22.04.2014 | | | | | | Emergency Exits | | & | | | | +==================================+==================+ | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | Mini and Midi Capacity Bus | 1 | | 20.09.2016 | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Standard and High Capacity Bus | 2 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length < 12M) | 4 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length > 12M) | 5 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.8 | Dimensions of Emergency Exits without any obstruction | | | | | | Specify: | | | | | | No. of Exits | | | | | | Size (W x H) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.9 | Whether emergency exits can be operated from inside or | | | | | | outside of the Bus | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.10| Emergency hammer at each berth shall be provided and | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | found accessible | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Specify: | | | | | | No. of Exits | | | | | | No. of Hammers | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.11| Provision of Escape Hatches | | | | | | Specify as per table: | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | | Min. No. of | | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Type II and Type III Buses | Escape Hatches | | & | | | | +==================================+==================+ | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | Seating Capacity - 23 to 30 | 1 | | 20.09.2016 | | | | | Passengers | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Seating Capacity - More than 30 | 2 | | | | | | | Passengers | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Buses | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length < 12M) | 2 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length > 12M) | 3 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.12| Specify whether escape hatches are accessible and | | | | | | instruction to open escape hatches are provided. | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.13| Emergency door provided in accordance with applicable | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | AIS provisions. (along with sensor of audio & visual | 22.04.2014 | | | | | alerts) | & | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.14| Dimensions of Emergency Door: | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Specify: | 22.04.2014 | | | | | W x H | & AIS-153 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.15| Whether Emergency door and Exits access is unobstructed/| G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | structure restricting access or operation. | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.16| Gangway width verification as per the layout and | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | unobstructed | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Specify: | & AIS-119 (Rev 1): | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | 2016 | | | | | Gangway | Lower | Upper | Height | | | | | | | | Cylinder | Cylinder | | | | | | | +===================+============+============+========+ | | | | | | Mini Midi | 300 | 450 | 1500 | | | | | | | (Non-Standee) | | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Mini Midi | 350 | | 1750 | | | | | | | (Standee) | | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type I | 450 | 550 | 1900 | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type II | 350 | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type III | 300 | 450 | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus | 550 | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | School Bus | Any of Type I / II / III | | | | | | | +-------------------+----------------------------+--------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.17| Emergency lighting was provided and found to be | | | | | | functional. | | | | | | (Approx. 30 minutes after power cutoff.) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.18| Gangway edges marked with fluorescent tape in case of | | | | | | sleeper buses – Yes / No | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.19| No partition between driver's work area and Passenger | | | | | | compartment in case of sleeper buses – Yes / No | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.20| Panic buttons provided near seats and at exits – Yes / No| | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.21| Whether Roof Luggage Carrier is Present/Not present | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.22| Multiplexing/Electronic architecture | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | (Electrical wiring fitted with Fuses and a relay) | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.23| AC in the vehicle as per the type approval layout or | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | additionally placed during construction. (if so, | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Location of fitment) | | | | | | Specify: | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | | | Location | Roof | Under body| Luggage | | | | | | | | | | compartment| | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.24| The driver's field of vision is unobstructed to ensure | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | safe operation of the vehicle. | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.25| List of Prohibited Goods at Entry/Exit and Luggage of | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Buses | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.26| No. of Seats and Berths available | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Seating Capacity | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Sleeper Capacity | & AIS-119 (Rev 1): | | | | | Layout | 2016 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ Certified that the above vehicle has been inspected with reference to CMVR, 1989 and applicable AIS standards and the provisions verified above have been found compliant [ ] /non-compliant [ ] as recorded. Name of the Authorised representative of the Bodybuilder:................................... Designation ................................... Signature ................................... Form No: 20-E (See Rule 48-B) Pre-registration checklist of M2 and M3 Category vehicles Comprehensive Guideline for Verification of Buses by RTOs during Pre-Registration and Periodic Fitness Inspection for Intercity /Sleeper Buses as per MV Act, 1988 and CMVR,1989. RTO: State: Place: Date: Type of Bus (II, III, IV): Seating/Sleeper Capacity: Checks to verify Bus Safety Compliance: +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1 | General Information | +=====+=======================================================+ | 1.1 | Name and Address of the Registered Office of the | | | Applicant/ Bus Body Builder/OEM | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.2 | Accreditation Certificate No and Validity of the Body | | | builder. | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.3 | Location of Body Builder Facility | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ | 1.4 | NOC details (Applicable for Old Buses and | | | Re-registration) | +-----+-------------------------------------------------------+ +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+--------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2 | Items for Verification | Reference | Compliance | Remarks if any:| | | | | (Yes/No) | | +=====+========================================================+====================+=============+================+ | 2.1 | Bus dimension as per chassis specifications- | Rule 93 of CMVR, | | | | | Specify: L x W x H (in meters) | 1989 | | | | | (Whether any alteration in the Chassis made by the OEM)| | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+--------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.2 | Light & Signalling devices | Rule 102 of CMVR, | | | | | vii) Headlamp | 1989 | | | | | viii) Tail Lamp | | | | | | ix) Parking lamp | | | | | | x) Reverse lamp | | | | | | xi) Side indicators | | | | | | xii) Retro- reflector and Reflective tape | | | | | | (Any additional lamp fitted, If so, details) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+--------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 2.3 | Whether approval of the layout drawings obtained | Rule 125-C of | | | | | | CMVR,1989 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+--------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3. | Document/ Drawing/Checks | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.1 | One Fire extinguisher provided near driver's seat and | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | found serviceable. (Min. 4 Kg) | 20.09.2016 | | | | | (Check validity and fitness of cylinder) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.2 | One Fire extinguisher provided in the passenger | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | compartment and found serviceable. | 20.09.2016 | | | | | (Min.6 kg) | | | | | | (Check validity and fitness of cylinder) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.3 | Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS) and found | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | operational | 28..03.2019 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.4 | Fire Detection and Suppression System (FDSS) provided | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | and found operational, wherever applicable (If not, | 28..03.2019 | | | | | check the requirement as per the Type of Bus) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.5 | Fire Alarm System in Occupant Compartment and Fire | | | | | | Protection System in Occupant Compartment (If not, | | | | | | check the requirement as per the Type of Bus) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.5 | Fire alarm audibles and visible inside occupant | G.S.R 337 (E) dated | | | | | compartment | 28..03.2019 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.6 | Minimum number of emergency exits provided as per bus | | | | | | length and type (Specify the number) | | | | | | For information: | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Type of Bus | Min. No. of | | 22.04.2014 | | | | | | Emergency Exits | | & | | | | +==================================+==================+ | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | Mini and Midi Capacity Bus | 1 | | 20.09.2016 | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Standard and High Capacity Bus | 2 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length < 12M) | 4 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length > 12M) | 5 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.7 | Whether emergency exits can be operated from inside or | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | outside of the bus | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.8 | Emergency hammer at each berth shall be provided and | | | | | | found accessible | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.9 | Minimum two escape hatches provided and found operable.| | | | | | Specify as per table : | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | | Min. No. of | | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Type II and Type III Buses | Escape Hatches | | & | | | | +==================================+==================+ | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | Seating Capacity - 23 to 30 | 1 | | 20.09.2016 | | | | | Passengers | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Seating Capacity - More than 30 | 2 | | | | | | | Passengers | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Buses | | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length < 12M) | 2 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus (Length > 12M) | 3 | | | | | | +----------------------------------+------------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.10| Specify whether opening of Escape Hatches is Automatic | | | | | | or Manual (If manual, then accessibility to the | | | | | | occupants or not) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.11| Emergency door shall be provided opposite to service | | | | | | door as per AIS provision (along with sensor of audio | | | | | | & visual alerts) | | | | | | Specify as per table : | | | | | +--------------------+--------+--------+-----------+-----------+ | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Location of | Front | Middle | Rear Half | Rear Face | | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Service Door | Half | | | | | & | | | | +====================+========+========+===========+===========+ | G.S.R. 895 (E) dated | | | | | Front Half | Π | Π | | Π* | | 20.09.2016 | | | | +--------------------+--------+--------+-----------+-----------+ | | | | | | Middle | Π | Π | Π | Π* | | | | | | +--------------------+--------+--------+-----------+-----------+ | | | | | | Rear Half | Π | Π | | | | | | | | +--------------------+--------+--------+-----------+-----------+ | | | | | | # Emergency door shall be on he opposite side of the | | | | | | service door when provided on side of the bus. | | | | | | * Applicable to front Engine and Electric Buses | | | | | | * Prohibited in case of rear engine buses | | | | | | * Emergency door shall be along the gangway in case of | | | | | | sleeper buses | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.12| Whether Emergency door and Exits access is unobstructed,| G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | with no iron/steel rod, angle, seat, or body structure | 22.04.2014 | | | | | restricting access or operation. | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.13| Gangway width verification as per the layout and | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | unobstructed | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Specify: | & AIS-119 (Rev 1): | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | 2016 | | | | | Gangway | Lower | Upper | Height | | | | | | | | Cylinder | Cylinder | | | | | | | +===================+============+============+========+ | | | | | | Mini Midi | 300 | 450 | 1500 | | | | | | | (Non-Standee) | | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Mini Midi | 350 | | 1750 | | | | | | | (Standee) | | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type I | 450 | 550 | 1900 | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type II | 350 | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Type III | 300 | 450 | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | Sleeper Bus | 550 | | | | | | | | +-------------------+------------+------------+--------+ | | | | | | School Bus | Any of Type I / II / III | | | | | | | +-------------------+----------------------------+--------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.14| Emergency lighting was provided and found to be | | | | | | functional. | | | | | | (Approx.. 30 Min. After Power cutoff.) | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.15| Gangway edges marked with fluorescent tape – Yes / No | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.16| No partition between driver's work area and Passenger | | | | | | compartment – Yes / No | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.17| Panic buttons provided near seats and at exits – Yes / No| | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.18| Whether Roof Luggage is Present / Not Present | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.19| Multiplexing/Electronic architecture | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | (Electrical wiring fitted with Fuses and a relay) | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.20| AC in the vehicle as per the type approval layout or | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | additionally placed during construction. (if so, | 22.04.2014 | | | | | Location of fitment) | | | | | | Specify: | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | | | Location | Roof | Under body| Luggage | | | | | | | | | | compartment| | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | +----------+------+-----------+------------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.21| The driver's field of vision is unobstructed to ensure | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | safe operation of the vehicle. | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.22| List of Prohibited Goods at Entry/Exit and Luggage of | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Bus | 22.04.2014 | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ | 3.23| Seat and Berth layout | G.S.R. 287 (E) dated | | | | | Specify: | 22.04.2014 | | | | +----------+-----+-----+----------+ | & AIS-119 (Rev 1): | | | | | Layout | 2X1 | 1X2 | Sleeping | | 2016 | | | | | Capacity | | | | | | | | | +==========+=====+=====+==========+ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | +----------+-----+-----+----------+ | | | | +-----+--------------------------------------------------------+-----------------------+-------------+----------------+ Certified that (a) The above vehicle has been inspected with reference to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 (CMVR) and applicable AIS Standards mentioned against the items above, which have been found Compliant [ ] / Non- Compliant [ ] , as recorded (b) The Checklists (i) the Original Equipment Manufacturer (bus chassis) as per Form -20C, and (ii) the bus body builder, as per Form -20D, have been verified and found to be in order. Name designation & Signature of the Authorized representative of builder/OEM Name designation & Signature with Seal of Concerned authority (RTO) Uploaded by Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054.

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