The Boilers Act, 2025

This edition of The Boilers Act, 2025 (Act 12 of 2025, dt. 4-4-2025, w.e.f. 1-5-2025 vide SO 1954(E), dt. 30-4-2025) provides an updated and authoritative legal reference encompassing the complete, unannotated text of the Act as enforced in India. Designed as a reliable resource for students, legal practitioners, compliance officers, and professionals in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial safety, this publication presents the legislation in its pure statutory form—precisely as enacted—making it ideal for examination use and day-to-day legal or regulatory consultation.

This edition also incorporates the latest allied rules notified in 2025, ensuring full alignment with current regulatory requirements governing boiler operation, safety, inspection, licensing, and administration. Included within this volume are:

• The Boiler Accident Inquiry Rules, 2025
• The Central Boilers Board (Nomination of Members) Rules, 2025
• The Boiler Operating Engineers’ Rules, 2025
• The Boiler Attendants’ Rules, 2025
• The Boilers (Appeal and Revision) Rules, 2025
• The Boilers (Adjudication and Revision) Rules, 2025

Together, these rules cover critical aspects such as accident investigation procedures, qualifications and duties of boiler professionals, licensing norms, appellate mechanisms, and regulatory oversight by the Central Boilers Board.

This edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and aspirants preparing for competitive or professional examinations
• Industrial safety officers and compliance professionals involved in boiler management
• Engineers and technical supervisors responsible for boiler operation and maintenance
• Legal practitioners handling cases related to industrial regulation and safety laws
• Institutions and training bodies requiring an up-to-date statutory reference

Providing the complete and current legal framework applicable to boilers in India as of 2026, this Bare Act serves as an indispensable reference for academic, regulatory, and professional use.