Overview

INTRODUCTION:

On September 16, 2026, the sixth edition of the international Quality Management System (QMS) standard, ISO 9001:2026, was formally released to replace the 2015 version. This version functions as a focused evolution that maintains the well-known 10-clause Harmonised Structure, the process method, and the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle rather than completely reworking the framework. The formal integration of climate change considerations into organisational context, the division of risks and opportunities into distinct subclauses so that opportunities receive proactive attention, and the increased emphasis on top management cultivating a positive quality culture and ethical behaviour are some of the key improvements. Additionally, the standard increases Annex A to offer more precise implementation assistance, tightens requirements on change planning and organisational knowledge, and incorporates key words and definitions directly into Clause 3. Companies who have already received ISO 9001:2015 certification have a three-year opportunity ending on September 15, 2029, to align their procedures with the new version without having to start from scratch.

INSTRUCTIONS

• This examination consists of 30 questions divided into three sections.
• Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (Q1–Q10) — 2 marks each — Total: 20 marks
• Section B: True or False Questions (Q11–Q15) — 1 mark each — Total: 5 marks
• Section C: Subjective Questions (Q1–Q5) — 5 marks each — Total: 25 marks
• Section D : Case study Questions (Q1–Q10) — 5 marks each — Total: 50 marks
• For Section A, select ONE correct answer (A, B, C, or D).
• For Section B, state True or False and provide a brief justification where the answer is False.
• For Section C, provide detailed written answers with reference to specific clause numbers.
• This is an Audit experiences and competency, its open-book examination. Reference to ISO/ 9001:2026 is permitted.

Exam:

Duration:  150 minutes

Total Marks:  100

Pass Mark:  70%