The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has notified the Indian Standard IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 – Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: Safety Requirements under the Compulsory Registration Order (CRO).
This new standard supersedes the existing safety standards currently applicable to products under the CRO scheme:
IS 13252 (Part 1):2010
IS 616:2017
Following the notification of the new standard, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued implementation guidelines outlining the migration process to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 for manufacturers holding or applying for BIS licences under the CRS scheme.
Requirement for Existing Licensees
According to the BIS guidelines, all existing licensees must update their certifications to align with the new standard.
Key requirements include:
Existing licensees must apply for complete test reports as per IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 for all lead models covered within the scope of the licence.
Applicants must submit an undertaking confirming that all series models also comply with IS/IEC 62368-1:2023.
Revised series guidelines are expected to be issued by MeitY, which will provide further clarification regarding compliance requirements for series models.
These steps ensure that products registered under the BIS CRS scheme are updated to meet the latest safety requirements for audio/video and ICT equipment.
Compliance with Additional Applicable Standards
For certain product categories covered under the CRO scheme, manufacturers must also ensure compliance with other applicable Indian Standards or essential requirements, where relevant.
These include:
IS 18112:2025 – applicable to Plasma, LCD, and LED televisions and television sets
IS 16333 (Part 3):2022 – applicable to mobile phones
Essential Requirements for Security of IP-based CCTV Cameras – applicable to CCTV camera products
In such cases, licensees must submit complete test reports demonstrating compliance with these applicable standards, along with the test reports for IS/IEC 62368-1:2023.
Transition Period for Existing Applications
The BIS guidelines also clarify how migration should be handled for applications already in progress under the previous standards.
Where:
product samples have already been submitted to laboratories, or
test reports have been issued under the earlier standards
namely:
IS 13252 (Part 1):2010, or
IS 616:2017
Applicants must submit a declaration confirming that they will implement the requirements of IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 before the end of the concurrent running period.
The concurrent validity period for the old standards and the new standard will remain in place until 01 November 2028.
After this date:
No licences will be granted under IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 or IS 616:2017.
Manufacturers must therefore ensure timely migration to the new safety standard IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 to maintain compliance under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme.
Impact on Manufacturers
Manufacturers and importers of audio/video equipment, ICT equipment, mobile phones, televisions, and related electronic products covered under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) should review their current certifications and ensure a timely migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023.
Early preparation will help avoid delays in product approvals and ensure continued compliance with BIS regulatory requirements.
To read the official BIS guidelines, access below:
Transitioning to a new safety standard under the BIS CRS framework can require updated testing, documentation, and certification procedures.
C-PRAV supports manufacturers with BIS registration, testing coordination, regulatory consulting, and compliance management to ensure a smooth transition to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023.
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