BIS Update: New Deadline for Electrical Equipment Quality Control is 10th Nov 2025

Introduction

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has officially extended the implementation timeline for certain product categories under the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2024. As per the latest Gazette notification dated 5th May 2025, the deadline is now moved from 10th May 2025 to 10th November 2025.

This update directly affects manufacturers, importers, distributors, and stakeholders in the electrical equipment sector who are required to comply with BIS certification standards.

What is the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Order?

The Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Order was originally issued in 2020 to regulate the safety, quality, and performance of electrical equipment. It mandates that certain categories of products must meet Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) specifications before they are manufactured, imported, or sold in India.

This ensures:

Consumer safety
Compliance with quality benchmarks
Prevention of substandard imports

What’s the New Update?

Deadline Extension

The Second Amendment Order, 2024, has officially extended the enforcement date for the following product categories mentioned in the original schedule:

Serial numbers: 1.2(a), 1.3(a), 2.1(a), 3.1(a), 4, 5, 6.1(a), 7, and 8.1

📅 Old Implementation Date: 10th May 2025

📅 New Implementation Date: 10th November 2025

This gives stakeholders 6 more months to comply with BIS requirements.

Why Was the Deadline Extended?

According to the government notification, the extension aims to:

Give manufacturers more time to test and certify their products
Avoid market disruptions
Ensure smoother enforcement of quality standards

It also helps newly affected categories to complete lab tests and documentation before penalties apply.

Who Needs to Take Action?

This extension is not a waiver but a grace period.

You must take action if you are:

A manufacturer or importer of electrical equipment listed in the affected serial numbers
A supplier or distributor dealing in such products
A trader planning to enter the Indian market with electronic/electrical goods

How to Get BIS Certification During This Period

If your products fall under the scope of this Order, you must:

Apply for BIS Registration under CRS, ISI, or FMCS as applicable.
Get product samples tested at BIS-recognized labs.
Submit documentation (test reports, undertaking, application form).
Undergo factory inspection (if required).
Receive license or certificate before the new deadline.

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What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?

After 10th November 2025, non-compliant products may face:

Ban on manufacturing, import, or sale
Regulatory fines and penalties
Seizure of non-certified goods
Legal action under BIS Act, 2016

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Key Takeaways

Point	Details
📆 New Deadline	10th November 2025
🛠 Affected	Electrical equipment categories in serials 1.2(a) to 8.1
🧾 Action Required	BIS certification before deadline
⚠️ Penalty	Strict enforcement after the extended date

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the BIS deadline extension for electrical equipment?

The deadline to comply with the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Order is extended to 10th November 2025.

Q2. Is BIS certification mandatory for electrical products?

Yes, for notified product categories under the Order, BIS certification is mandatory.

Q3. Which products are affected by the Second Amendment Order, 2024?

Categories listed under serial numbers 1.2(a) to 8.1 in the official table.

Q4. Can I continue selling uncertified products till November?

Yes, but only until 10th November 2025. Post that, non-certified products will be banned.

Q5. How can PSR Compliance help?

We assist in end-to-end BIS registration, including documentation, testing, and liaison with BIS officials.

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