Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) Introduces Mandatory Rated Capacity Testing for Portable Lithium-Ion Batteries

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a new directive concerning portable lithium-ion cells and batteries covered under IS 16046-2. Manufacturers have been required to declare the rated capacity of these products; however, authorities have identified multiple cases of incorrect capacity declarations. In response, MeitY has mandated compulsory testing to verify the rated capacity of sealed secondary lithium cells and batteries in accordance with IS 16046 (Part 2). Under the new requirement, measurement of rated capacity must be conducted in line with Clause 7.3.1 of IS 16047 (Part 3). The order will take effect on 1 May 2027 and will apply to new registrations, inclusion of models, and renewal applications. Existing approvals will remain valid until their expiration, although products selected during surveillance activities must undergo verification of their declared rated capacity. Portable lithium-ion cells and batteries and related equipment and components require BIS certification or battery registration in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

The updated framework will also introduce procedural adjustments to testing. Laboratories will be required to evaluate a larger number of samples, and overall testing durations are expected to increase. Further clarification is anticipated, as the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is expected to release detailed implementation guidelines along with a revised Test Report Format. Manufacturers of portable lithium-ion cells and batteries should prepare to align their compliance processes with these forthcoming requirements to ensure continued market access.

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India Expands TEC Essential Requirements for IP Security Equipment

On 1 February 2026, the Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC) released an updated version of the Essential Requirements (ER) applicable to IP Security Equipment. The revised framework broadens the scope of compliance by introducing four additional equipment categories: Data Loss Prevention Equipment, Network Data Encryption Equipment, Secure Telemetry Equipment, and Secure Web Gateway Equipment. With these new inclusions, the regulatory coverage of IP-based security technologies in India has been further extended. IP Security Equipment must obtain TEC certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

TEC has indicated that the mandatory compliance date for the newly added variants will be announced separately. Stakeholders are advised to monitor forthcoming notifications to ensure timely conformity with the updated Essential Requirements once the enforcement timeline is formally published.

The TEC certification has been mandatory since April 2019. Every year the Telecommunication Engineering Center (TEC) expands the certification catalog and adds more telecom products. See the list of TEC standards here.

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BIS Standards – Implementations next Month – February 2026

In February 2026, several new Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will come into effect, covering a range of furniture products listed in the table below. The measures apply to items such as work chairs, general purpose chairs and stools, tables and desks, storage units, beds, and bunk beds, each of which is subject to a specific Indian Standard with a defined enforcement date. These newly enforced requirements aim to ensure that the affected furniture products meet prescribed national quality and safety benchmarks before being placed on the market. Furniture products usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

BIS QCOs are legally binding instruments intended to ensure compliance of designated products with Indian quality standards. While BIS standards are generally voluntary, QCOs make adherence mandatory for the products they cover. This regulatory approach is designed to safeguard consumers, improve overall product quality, and reduce potential risks to health and the environment. The newly announced orders fall under the responsibility of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, and non-compliance may result in significant penalties, including fines or imprisonment.

Below is an overview of the new Quality Control Orders that will come into force next month:

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India Extends Transition Period for BIS IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 Safety Standard

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced an extension of the mandatory implementation date for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 / IEC 60335-1:2020, a standard addressing the safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances. The decision mainly affects adapters covered under the Compulsory Registration Order (CRO). During the extended transition period, manufacturers are permitted to apply both the earlier standard IS 302-1:2008 and the revised IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 in parallel. This concurrent applicability has now been prolonged until 23 February 2027, easing the shift to the updated regulatory framework. Electronic household appliances and other products usually require BIS ISI certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

According to BIS, the extension is intended to support manufacturers and other stakeholders by providing additional time to prepare for compliance with the revised technical and safety provisions. Testing laboratories and production facilities can gradually upgrade infrastructure and align internal procedures with the new requirements, while avoiding disruptions to ongoing certification activities. Apart from the revised timeline, all other conditions outlined in the BIS circular dated 27 November 2024 remain unchanged.

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