BIS CRS Migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 | Electronics Compliance India 2028

Mandatory Compliance Update for Electronics & IT Products in India

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Bureau of Indian Standards have officially introduced the new Indian Standard IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS). This major compliance update replaces the existing safety standards IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and IS 616:2017 for a wide range of electronic and IT products.

Businesses manufacturing, importing, or selling covered electronic products in India must ensure timely migration to avoid cancellation of BIS licences and interruption in market access.

The new standard is designed to align Indian compliance requirements with globally accepted safety practices for modern electronic and communication devices. It introduces an advanced hazard-based safety engineering approach that focuses on reducing risks related to electrical shock, fire hazards, overheating, energy sources, and mechanical dangers in electronic equipment.

IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 applies to multiple categories of products, including:

• Audio Equipment
• Video Equipment
• Information Technology Equipment
• Communication Technology Equipment
• Consumer Electronics
• Smart Devices & Wearables
• Electronic Accessories & Peripherals

This migration has been officially notified under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.

Important Compliance Deadline

Product Categories Covered Under Migration

The following categories of electronic, IT, communication, smart, audio-video, and consumer technology products are covered under this important BIS CRS migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023. The notification impacts a wide range of products including mobile phones, laptops, smart TVs, CCTV cameras, power banks, printers, scanners, POS machines, smart watches, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, webcams, set top boxes, power adaptors, storage devices, smart speakers, electronic musical systems, and various other electronic and information technology equipment. Manufacturers, importers, brand owners, OEMs, and sellers dealing in these products must ensure timely migration to the new BIS standard to maintain compliance and avoid regulatory issues, import delays, or cancellation of BIS registration in India.

Key Guidelines for Existing BIS License Holders

Existing BIS CRS licence holders must complete migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 before the prescribed deadline to continue manufacturing, importing, and selling regulated electronic products in India without interruption. Businesses holding existing BIS registrations are required to conduct fresh testing through BIS-recognized laboratories and submit updated test reports as per the new standard.

Guidelines for New Applicants

Manufacturers and importers applying for new BIS CRS licences under the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard should carefully review the latest compliance requirements issued by BIS and MeitY. Existing applications that are already under testing may continue under the previous standards, while fresh applications can currently be submitted under either the old or the new standard during the transition period. However, after 01 November 2028, only applications based on IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 will be accepted by BIS. Businesses planning to launch or import electronic products in India are strongly advised to begin migration early to avoid delays in testing, certification, customs clearance, and market entry while ensuring uninterrupted regulatory compliance and product approvals.

Impact on Manufacturers & Importers

This migration is extremely important for:

• Foreign Manufacturers
• Indian Brand Owners
• Importers
• OEM/ODM Manufacturers
• E-commerce Sellers
• Electronics Traders

Failure to migrate within the specified timeline may lead to:

• BIS Licence Suspension
• Cancellation of Registration
• Import Clearance Issues
• Market Restrictions in India

Why Early Migration is Recommended

Early migration helps businesses maintain smooth and uninterrupted compliance with the latest BIS CRS requirements while reducing the risk of operational and regulatory challenges. By starting the migration process in advance, manufacturers, importers, and brand owners can secure enough time for product testing, documentation updates, and BIS approval procedures.

• Avoid last-minute testing delays
• Prevent shipment hold-ups
• Ensure uninterrupted BIS compliance
• Maintain smooth import and sales operations
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes

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