AERB Approval

Diagnostic X Ray Equipment

Medical diagnostic X-ray equipment, including X-ray, CT, C-arm, mammography and dental units, cannot be used on patients without a licence from the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) under the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004. Users apply through AERB’s e-governance system eLORA: register the institute, get an approved Radiological Safety Officer (RSO), obtain permission to procure equipment (type-approved models only), then apply for the licence for operation, valid for five years. Manufacturers and suppliers have their own authorisation routes.

We guide you through institute registration, RSO approval, procurement permission, QA tests and licence application.

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Service Overview

What is Diagnostic X Ray Equipment?

AERB regulation of diagnostic X-ray equipment is the legal control of design, manufacture, supply, installation, operation and decommissioning of medical X-ray equipment to protect patients, staff and the public from radiation. AERB Safety Code (AERB/SC/Med-2) sets the requirements. The regulatory chain is: manufacturers need a licence for commercial production, suppliers and service agencies need authorisation, equipment models need type approval, and users need a licence for operation with an RSO.

Only AERB type-approved or registered models can be selected in eLORA. For pre-owned imports the maximum equipment age is ten years when the supplier is authorised by the OEM and seven years for a service agency. Facilities must have radiation safety devices and minimum qualified personnel. A separate RSO approval applies for CT and interventional radiology. One secondary source says no licence or processing fee is currently charged.

Diagnostic X Ray Equipment

Who Needs This Service

Hospitals, diagnostic centres, clinics, dental practices and mobile X-ray units need this licence. Suppliers, service agencies and manufacturers who serve them have separate requirements.

New clinics should plan approvals before buying equipment.

Existing facilities must renew before expiry.

If you buy pre-owned equipment, check age limits.

Key Benefits

Legal operation of X-ray equipment
eLORA registration and RSO handled
Procurement permission obtained
Licence application prepared
Renewal support

Next Steps & Related Services

After licensing, perform QA and report. Related services: AERB RSO, Type Approval, NOC and Operating Licence.

Common Mistakes

Buying unapproved equipment.
No RSO.
Weak shielding.
Missing QA.
Late renewal.

Timeline, Costs & Practical Tips

Timelines depend on AERB review.

Practical tip: obtain procurement permission first.

Additional Information

The Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004 require licensing of radiation practices.

Practical Scenarios

Scenario 1:

A clinic licenses X-ray.

Scenario 2:

A hospital licenses CT.

Scenario 3:

A dental centre renews.

Process & Planning

The X-ray licensing path has a clear order. Register your institute on eLORA, nominate an RSO and get approval, obtain procurement permission, buy only a type-approved model from an authorised supplier, install in a properly shielded room and complete QA tests. Then apply for the licence for operation with the layout, QA report and personnel qualifications. Planning checklist: check the age limits for pre-owned equipment (ten years via an OEM-authorised supplier, seven via a service agency), keep TLD badges and records, plan periodic QA and renew before the five-year validity ends.

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Raghav Sharma

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Frequently asked questions

Need clarity?

How long is the licence valid?

Up to five years.

Is an RSO required?

Yes, an AERB-approved RSO.

Can any model be bought?

Only type-approved models.

Is there a fee?

One source says none currently.

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