India BIS Certification Update: IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 Transition Guidelines
19. March 2026India’s BIS certification framework for audio/video and ICT equipment is undergoing a significant update with the introduction of IS/IEC 62368-1:2023. Following the MeitY notification issued on 29 October 2025, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published detailed implementation guidelines for transitioning from legacy safety standards to this new harmonized standard. The update reflects India’s effort to align its regulatory regime with internationally recognized safety requirements for electronic products.
The transition replaces existing standards, including IS 616:2017 and IS 13252 (Part 1):2010, with IS/IEC 62368-1:2023, which introduces a hazard-based safety approach for audio/video and ICT equipment. A concurrent validity period has been established until 1 November 2028, allowing manufacturers to continue using either the old or new standards during this phase. Audio/video and ICT equipment usually require BIS Certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.
Scope, Timeline, and Compliance Obligations
The updated standard applies to a broad range of products regulated under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), including laptops, televisions, printers, scanners, power banks, CCTV cameras, smart speakers, wireless headphones, webcams, and amplifiers. After 1 November 2028, the legacy standards will be formally withdrawn, making IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 the sole applicable safety standard for these product categories.
Existing license holders are required to complete the transition before the deadline to maintain market access. This includes submitting valid test reports for representative models from BIS-recognized laboratories and filing applications through the BIS online portal under the standard revision or amendment process. Additionally, manufacturers must provide a formal declaration confirming that all product variants within a series comply with the updated standard. Non-compliance after the deadline may result in license cancellation or removal of approved models from the registry.
Certain product categories must also meet supplementary regulatory requirements. For example, televisions must comply with IS 18112:2025, mobile phones with IS 16333 (Part 3):2022, and IP-based CCTV cameras with applicable security essential requirements. Where relevant, manufacturers must submit corresponding test reports or provide declarations if such standards do not apply.
Implications for New Applicants and Market Access
For new applicants, BIS allows temporary flexibility during the transition period. Applications may still be submitted under existing standards if product testing has already been completed or samples have been submitted. However, applicants must commit to transitioning to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 within the defined timeline. After the 2028 deadline, new registrations under the older standards will no longer be accepted.
This regulatory shift represents a modernization of India’s product safety framework, emphasizing globally aligned standards and improved risk-based safety evaluation. Manufacturers and exporters targeting the Indian market are advised to initiate compliance activities early to avoid disruptions. Further regulatory updates and detailed guidance may be available through official BIS resources and certification service providers.
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