NSW AI Assessment Framework: requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
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In brief
The NSW AI Assessment Framework is a binding framework of New South Wales (Australia), issued by the Digital NSW. It has applied since 30 September 2026. NSW government agencies developing or procuring AI systems. A risk-triage self-assessment across the AI lifecycle that replaced the NSW AI Assurance Framework.
- Jurisdiction
- New South Wales (Australia)
- Instrument type
- Framework
- Status
- In force
- Legal force
- Binding
- Issuing body
- Digital NSW
- Applies from
- 30 September 2026
- Official source
- NSW AI Assessment Framework
- Verification
- Pending review · source-linked, checked 15 Oct 2026
What is the NSW AI Assessment Framework?
A risk-triage self-assessment across the AI lifecycle that replaced the NSW AI Assurance Framework. High- or critical-risk systems go to the AI Review Committee; using the assessment platform is mandatory for agencies under Circular DCS-2026-02.
Status note: Recorded on 15 October 2026 from search-engine extracts of the official pages listed; the official text could not be opened from the research environment, so every date and duty here is pending review against it.
Who does it apply to?
NSW government agencies developing or procuring AI systems.
NSW government agencies.
- Risk categories
- High-risk
- AI system types
- Generative AI systemAutomated decision-making system
When do the requirements apply?
Modernised framework announced 27 January 2026; platform use mandatory from 30 September 2026.
Dates as stated in search extracts of the official source; confirm against it.
Official sources
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NSW AI Assessment Framework
Digital NSW · Tier 1 source
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NSW strengthens AI oversight with modernised framework
NSW Government · 27 Jan 2026 · Tier 1 source
Cite this record
AIPolicyTracker (2026). “NSW AI Assessment Framework” [AIPT-POL-0012, record version 1, not yet verified]. https://aipolicytracker.org/id/AIPT-POL-0012 (accessed 27 October 2026). Data licensed CC BY 4.0.
Permanent id AIPT-POL-0012: it never changes or gets reused, and its address keeps working if this page moves.
Cite the official text alongside it: NSW AI Assessment Framework, Digital NSW, https://digital.nsw.gov.au/policy/artificial-intelligence/ai-governance-assurance-and-frameworks/nsw-ai-assessment-framework.
BibTeX
@misc{aipolicytracker2026_nswaiassessmentframework,
author = {{AIPolicyTracker}},
title = {{NSW AI Assessment Framework}},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://aipolicytracker.org/policies/au-nsw-ai-assessment-framework}},
url = {https://aipolicytracker.org/policies/au-nsw-ai-assessment-framework},
urldate = {2026-10-27},
note = {Data licensed CC BY 4.0. Accessed 27 October 2026}
}
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Record history
No change to this record's tracked fields has been recorded since 15 October 2026, when field-level history began.
Record version 1: Added in the October 2026 sub-national research round. Recorded on 15 October 2026 from search-engine extracts of the official pages listed; the official text could not be opened from the research environment, so every date and duty here is pending review against it. Every earlier wording is in the GitHub repository.
Frequently asked questions
Is the NSW AI Assessment Framework in force?
Yes. The NSW AI Assessment Framework is in force.
Is the NSW AI Assessment Framework legally binding?
Yes. The NSW AI Assessment Framework is a binding framework; the obligations it creates are legal requirements for the actors it covers.
Who does the NSW AI Assessment Framework apply to?
NSW government agencies developing or procuring AI systems.
When does the NSW AI Assessment Framework apply?
Modernised framework announced 27 January 2026; platform use mandatory from 30 September 2026.
Where is the official text of the NSW AI Assessment Framework?
The official text is published by Digital NSW at https://digital.nsw.gov.au/policy/artificial-intelligence/ai-governance-assurance-and-frameworks/nsw-ai-assessment-framework (NSW AI Assessment Framework). This record links to it and is checked against it.
Disclaimer: informational only, not legal advice. Verify every claim against the linked official sources and consult a qualified lawyer before acting.