BIS Issues New Safety and Marking Requirements for LED Modules
30. October 2025The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced a revision of the standard governing LED modules used in general lighting applications. The updated regulation, IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 / IEC 62031:2018, replaces the previous version, IS 16103 (Part 1):2012, and will be enforced starting January 21, 2026. Key changes in the new standard include the introduction of definitions for various types of LED modules, updated marking requirements, the addition of safety tests such as abnormal temperature and photobiological safety testing, and changes related to voltage marking and luminaire design. After the implementation date, the previous version will be withdrawn and licenses not complying with the new requirements will be subject to cancellation. LED modules used in general lighting usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.
BIS certification is a mandatory compliance system under Indian law to ensure product safety, quality, and performance. For electrical components like LED modules, manufacturers must demonstrate conformity with the applicable IS standards through testing by BIS-recognized laboratories. Both existing licensees and new applicants must align with the updated IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 standard before the final implementation date to obtain or retain certification for market access in India.
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