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104, Anant Laxmi Chambers, Opp. Waman Hari Pethe Sons,
Shivaji Nagar, Naupada (W), Thane – Mumbai, MH – 400602
Phone: +91 77 1584 3600 | +91 80 7060 2122
Email: info@equalconsultancy.com | equalconsultancy@gmail.com
Web: www.equalconsultancy.com
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Electronics & IT Goods
Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY)
05
Solar PV & Inverters
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
03
Industrial Chemicals
Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers
01
Textile Materials
Ministry of Textiles (Cotton Bales)
Important Regulatory Transition Notice (IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 Migration):
Under latest MeitY Quality Control Orders (QCO) & BIS guidelines, legacy standards IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010 (for IT equipment) and IS 616: 2017 (for Audio/Video equipment) have been converged into the harmonized international standard IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023. Manufacturers and importers must ensure testing reports and model inclusions conform to the current active revisions. Equal Consultancy Services provides complete guidance for standard transition filings.
BIS CRS Registration Process – Step-by-Step Overview
1
Sample Testing
Product sample testing at a BIS-recognized / NABL-accredited lab in India against relevant IS standards.
2
AIR Appointment
Foreign OEMs appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). Domestic OEMs nominate authorized signatory.
3
Portal Dossier
Online profile creation, submission of test reports, trademark certificates, factory affidavits, and PCB layouts.
4
Scrutiny & Query
BIS technical committee scrutiny, verification of test reports, and resolution of administrative queries.
5
Grant of R-Number
Grant of unique Registration Number (R-XXXXXXXX) and authorization to affix the official BIS Standard CRS Mark.
1. Electronics & Information Technology Goods (65 Products)
Notified by MeitYProducts mandated for Self-Declaration of Conformity under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Orders:
| Sl. | Indian Standard (IS No.) | Standard Title | Regulated Product Category | Statutory Orders & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Electronic Games (Video) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 2 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Laptop / Notebook / Tablets | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 3 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Plasma / LCD / LED Televisions (Screen size 32″ & above) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 4 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Optical Disc Players with built-in amplifiers (Input power 200W & above) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 5 | IS 302-2-25 | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances: Part 2 Particular requirements: Section 25 Microwave ovens | Microwave Ovens | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 |
| 6 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Visual Display Units, Video Monitors (Screen size 32″ & above) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 7 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Printers, Plotters | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 8 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Scanners | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 9 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Wireless Keyboards | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 10 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Telephone Answering Machines | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 11 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Amplifiers with input power 2000W and above | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 12 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Electronic Musical Systems (Input power 200W & above) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 13 | IS 302-2:26 | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances: Part 2 Particular requirements: Section 26 Clocks | Electronic Clocks with Mains Powers | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 |
| 14 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Set Top Box (STB) | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 15 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Automatic Data Processing Machine | Order 2012 / CRO 2021 (S.O. 1246(E) 2026) |
| 16 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Power Adaptors for IT Equipments | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 17 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 18 | IS 16242 (Part 1) | General and Safety Requirements for UPS | UPS / Invertors of rating ≤ 5kVA | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 19 | IS 15885 (Part 2/Sec 13) | Safety of Lamp Control gear Part 2 Particular Requirements Section 13 d.c. or a.c. Supplied Electronic Control gear for LED Modules | DC or AC Supplied Electronic Controlgear for LED Modules | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 20 | IS 16046 | Secondary Cells and Batteries containing Alkaline or other non-acid Electrolytes-Safety Requirements for Portable sealed secondary cells, and for Batteries made from them for use in portable applications | Sealed Secondary Cells / Batteries (Alkaline/Non-Acid) for portable use | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 21 | IS 16102 (Part 1) | Self-Ballasted LED Lamps for General Lighting Services Part 1 Safety Requirements | Self-Ballasted LED Lamps for General Lighting Services | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 22 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Sec 1) | Luminaries Part 5 Particular Requirements Sec 1 Fixed General purpose luminaries | Fixed General Purpose LED Luminaries | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 23 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Mobile Phones | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 24 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Cash Registers | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 25 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Point of Sale (POS) Terminals | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 26 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Copying Machines / Duplicators | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 27 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Smart Card Readers | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 28 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Mail Processing Machines / Postage Machines / Franking Machines | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 29 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Passport Readers | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 30 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Power Banks for use in portable applications | S.O. 2905(E) 2014 / CRO 2021 |
| 31 | IS 16333 (Part-3) | Mobile Phone Handsets Part 3 Indian Language Support for Mobile Phone Handsets – Specific Requirements | Mobile Phones (Language Support Mandate) | Notification Oct 2016 / CRO 2021 |
| 32 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 2): 2012 | Luminaires Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 2 Recessed Luminaires | Recessed LED Luminaries | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 33 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 3): 2012 | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 3 Luminaires for Road and Street Lighting | LED Luminaires for Road and Street Lighting | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 34 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 5): 2013 | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 5 Flood Lights | LED Flood Lights | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 35 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 6): 2013 | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 6 Hand Lamps | LED Hand Lamps | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 36 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 7): 2013 | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 7 Lighting Chains | LED Lighting Chains | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 37 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8): 2013 | Luminaires – Part 5: Particular Requirements Section 8 Luminaires for Emergency Lighting | LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 38 | IS 16242 (Part 1): 2014 | General and Safety Requirements for UPS | UPS / Inverters of rating ≤ 10kVA | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 39 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Plasma / LCD / LED Television (Screen size up-to 32″) | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 40 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Visual Display Units, Video Monitors (Screen size up-to 32″) | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 41 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | CCTV Cameras / CCTV Recorders | S.O. 2742(E) / Essential Req S.O. 1652(E) 2024 |
| 42 | IS 302 (Part 1): 2008 | Safety of Household and similar electrical appliances Part 1 General requirements | Adapters for household and similar electrical appliances | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 43 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | USB driven Barcode readers, barcode scanners, Iris scanners, Optical fingerprint scanners | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 44 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Smart Watches | S.O. 2742(E) 2017 / CRO 2021 |
| 45 | IS 16103 (Part 1): 2012 | LED modules for general lighting: Part 1 safety requirements | Standalone LED Modules for General Lighting | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 46 | IS 10322 (Part 5) Section 9: 2017 | Luminaries: Part 5 Particular Requirements Section 9 Rope Lights | Lighting Chain (Rope Lights) | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 47 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Keyboard | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 48 | IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances: Part 2 Particular requirements, Section 6 Cooking ranges, hobs, ovens and similar appliances | Induction Stove | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 49 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Automatic Teller Cash Dispensing Machines (ATM) | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 50 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | USB Type External Hard Disk Drive | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / Amendment S.O. 2204(E) 2026 |
| 51 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Wireless Headphones and Earphones | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 52 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices (above 256 GB) | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 53 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Electronic Musical System with input power below 200 Watts | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 54 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Standalone Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) with output voltage 48V (max) | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 55 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Television other than Plasma / LCD / LED TVs | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 56 | IS 302 (Part 2): Section 15: 2009 | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances: Part 2 Particular requirements: Section 15 Appliances for heating liquids | Rice Cooker | S.O. 1236(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 57 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Wireless Microphones | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 58 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Digital Camera | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 59 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Video Camera | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 60 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Webcam (Finished Product) | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 61 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Smart Speakers (with and without Display) | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 62 | IS 60669-2-1: 2008 | Particular requirements for Electronic switches standards for Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations | Dimmers for LED Products | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 63 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Bluetooth Speakers | S.O. 3429(E) 2020 / CRO 2021 |
| 64 | IS 18112: 2022 | Digital Television Receiver for Satellite Broadcast Transmission – Specification | Television Sets (Integrated Satellite Broadcast Receivers) | S.O. 1929(E) / Extensions S.O. 4182(E) 2026 |
| 65 | IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 | Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1 Safety Requirements | Extended Reality Products (Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality etc.) | S.O. 4997(E) / S.O. 1246(E) 2026 |
2. Solar Photovoltaics, Systems, Devices & Components (5 Products)
Notified by MNREMandatory certification notified under the Solar Photovoltaics, Systems, Devices and Components Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2017 & subsequent amendment orders:
| Sl. | Indian Standard (IS No.) | Standard Title | Regulated Product Category | Statutory Orders & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
IS 14286 IS/IEC 61730-1 IS/IEC 61730-2 | Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules – Design Qualification and Type Approval & Safety Qualification | Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (Si wafer based) | S.O. 2920(E) 2017 / S.O. 492(E) 2025 |
| 2 |
IS 16077 IS/IEC 61730-1 IS/IEC 61730-2 | Thin-Film Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules – Design Qualification and Type Approval & Safety Qualification | Thin-Film Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (a-Si, CIGS and CdTe) | S.O. 2920(E) 2017 / S.O. 492(E) 2025 |
| 3 | IS 16221 (Part 2) | Safety of Power Converters for Use in Photovoltaic Power Systems Part 2-Particular Requirements for Inverters | Power Converters for use in Photovoltaic Power Systems | S.O. 2920(E) 2017 / S.O. 444(E) 2023 |
| 4 | IS 16169 | Safety of Power Converters for Use in Photovoltaic Power Systems Part 2-Particular Requirements for Inverters | Power Converters for use in Photovoltaic Power Systems | S.O. 2920(E) 2017 / S.O. 444(E) 2023 |
| 5 | IS 16270 | Test Procedure of Islanding Prevention Measures for Utility-Interconnected Photovoltaic Inverters | Utility-Interconnected Photovoltaic Inverters | S.O. 2920(E) / S.O. 3597(E) 2025 (>200 kW) |
3. Chemicals under Mandatory Registration (3 Products)
Ministry of Chemicals & FertilizersNotified under respective Quality Control Orders by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals:
| Sl. | Indian Standard (IS No.) | Standard Title | Regulated Product Category | Statutory Orders & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IS 798: 2020 | Ortho Phosphoric Acid – Specification | Ortho Phosphoric Acid | QCO 2021 / Amdt S.O. 2975(E) 2024 |
| 2 | IS 17439: 2020 | Polyphosphoric Acid – Specification | Polyphosphoric Acid | QCO 2021 / S.O. 5388(E) |
| 3 | IS 17412: 2020 | Trimethyl Phosphite – Technical Grade | Trimethyl Phosphite | QCO 2022 / S.O. 1637(E) |
4. Textile Materials under Mandatory Registration (1 Product)
Ministry of TextilesNotified under the Cotton Bales (Quality Control) Orders issued by the Ministry of Textiles:
| Sl. | Indian Standard (IS No.) | Standard Title | Regulated Product Category | Statutory Orders & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IS 12171: 2019 | Cotton Bales – Specification | Cotton Bales | S.O. 948(E) 2023 / Amdts up to S.O. 2956(E) 2026 |
BIS Standard Mark (CRS) Affixation Requirements:
Upon grant of registration, every package or product unit must legibly display the official BIS Standard Mark containing:
• The BIS CRS Monogram: "Self Declaration – Conforming to IS [Number]".
• The registered License / Registration Number: R-XXXXXXXX.
• Official website URL: www.bis.gov.in.
For compact products, e-labelling is permitted under specific BIS guidelines. Equal Consultancy Services assists in verifying artwork and packaging compliance before commercial dispatch.
• The BIS CRS Monogram: "Self Declaration – Conforming to IS [Number]".
• The registered License / Registration Number: R-XXXXXXXX.
• Official website URL: www.bis.gov.in.
For compact products, e-labelling is permitted under specific BIS guidelines. Equal Consultancy Services assists in verifying artwork and packaging compliance before commercial dispatch.
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