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BIS Certification for Power Adaptors
BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus – IS 616:2010
Power adaptors are used with a variety of audio, visual, and other electronic devices, and therefore, electrical safety is one of the factors to be taken into consideration by the manufacturers and brands making their presence in the Indian market. These products are directly associated with the power supply and are used to supply energy to the electronic equipment, and thus they are required to meet the applicable Indian safety requirements.
Power Adaptors for Audio, Video and other such electronic equipment are listed under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS). The laboratory and CRS data available for BIS include IS 616:2010 for the above-mentioned product category, and the updated version IS/IEC 62368: Part 1:2023 for the same category is available on the BIS Scheme-II webpage. Manufacturers should therefore check the relevant standard and transition requirements before starting a new application.
UMSPCS offers complete support for BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors, including product assessment, identification of applicable standards, co-ordination in laboratories, documentation, application filing, and support in registering the product.
What is BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors?
BIS CRS Certification is the mandatory registration for the notified electronic and IT products, complying with the Compulsory Registration Scheme.
The Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus are identified as per the official laboratory information of BIS with IS 616:2010 - Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus Safety Requirements.
IS 616:2010 is a safety standard for audio, video and other electronic apparatus and supply apparatus designed to supply apparatus in the scope of this standard.
As the regulation of these products is in a process of transition, it is always best to check the appropriate standard for a specific application against the latest BIS requirements.

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Is BIS CRS Registration Mandatory for Power Adaptors?
Yes, Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus is part of the BIS CRS.
The BIS information on the official CRS indicates the product category, and the category is included in the appropriate compulsory registration scheme page (currently scheme-II) of BIS.
All manufacturers should secure the relevant registration from BIS before marketing a product in India that is covered by the relevant standards.
Who Needs BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors?
Businesses that manufacture or market covered power adaptors are subject to BIS CRS, and these could include:
- Indian manufacturers
- Foreign manufacturers
- Importers
- Brand owners
- OEM/ODM manufacturers
- Electronics Companies coming to India.
Foreign manufacturers may also have to meet up the applicable Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) requirements when applying for BIS registration.
Which Power Adaptors Require BIS CRS Certification in India?
The product category is related to Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus.
These adaptors can be used with the following equipment:
- Audio systems
- Video equipment
- Amplifiers
- Electronic musical equipment
- Projectors
- Television-related equipment
- Other similar electronic equipment
An adaptor designed to fit into IT equipment, however, is considered a distinct category of CRS product and is subject to a different Indian Standard. BIS expressly excludes Power Adaptors for Audio, Video and other electronic devices from the definition of Power Adaptors for IT Equipment.
What Tests Are Required for Power Adaptors?
Changes in the requirements for testing vary according to the relevant standard, product structure, rating, and scope.
The IS 616 system allows for safety-related evaluations to be performed on aspects of:
- Electrical shock hazards are prevented.
- Normal operating conditions of heating
- Electrical connections
- Insulation
- Dielectric strength
- Flooding is not expected to cause any damage to the walls.
- Resistance to fire
- Marking and instructions
- Requirements for components and construction.
The specific test programme needs to be established with the laboratory based on the standard and the current BIS requirements. BIS LIMS offers laboratory level test scope and charges for IS 616-related products.
Can Multiple Power Adaptor Models Be Covered Under One Application?
If applicable, subject to the applicable BIS series-approval requirements and if the models meet the prescribed requirements, possibly.
Where conditions are noted, including the same rated input voltage, construction class, mains PCB design/layout, and transformer, BIS's series-approval guidance for Power Adaptors for Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus allows a range of output power ratings to be considered.
How to get BIS CRS for Power Adaptors?
Step 1: Product Profiling & IS Standards Identification
This eliminates:
Step 2 involves Product Testing & Laboratory Coordination.
This entails:
Step 3: Document Preparation
The following is included in the documentation:
Step 4: BIS Application Filing
The steps taken here are as follows:
Step 5: Issue of BIS Registration
Step 6: Product marking & labelling compliance.
Steps include:
Step 7: Renewal & Ongoing Compliance Support
Assistance includes:
Documents Required for BIS CRS Registration
These are some of the common documents that are required:
- A business registration certificate is an official document stating that your business is registered.
- Product specification: The specifications of the product
- Test Reports: Laboratory accredited by BIS for demonstrating compliance.
- Trademark Certificate: A record attesting to your trademark's ownership, if any
- Letter of Authorisation: To give signatories or representatives permission
- Only if you decide to have an authorised Indian representative for your business from another nation are AIR documents necessary.
Costing & Timeline of BIS CRS Certification
The cost of certification is determined by the following factors:
- Type of product
- The number of model types
- Testing requirements
- Specifications for documentation
- Fees levied by the government
| Category | Total Cost (Excluding GST) |
|---|---|
| Indian Manufacturer | ₹55,000 + GST |
| Overseas Client | ₹90,000 + GST |
The true cost will depend on the product's scope and testing needs.
Activity | Estimated Timeline |
Documentation Preparation | 5-7 Days |
Product Testing | 10-15 Days |
BIS Review & Approval | 7-10 Days |
Registration usually takes 20 to 30 days, depending on how well the testing and documentation go.
Common Reasons for BIS CRS Delays
Manufacturers often experience delays due to:
- Incorrect product classification
- Wrong standard selection
- Model-number mismatch
- Inconsistent technical specifications
- Incomplete test reports
- Missing brand documents
- Incorrect manufacturer information
- Incomplete application documents
- The delay in responding to BIS queries.
- Inappropriate marking/labelling details
These can be minimised with a technical review before testing.
Why Choose UMSPCS for BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors?
UMSPCS offers manufacturers complete support for BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors to address technical, laboratory, document, and regulatory requirements.
Our support includes:
- Product applicability assessment
- IS Standard identification
- Model and series assessment
- Laboratory coordination
- Product testing support
- Technical documentation
- Test report review
- BIS application filing
- BIS query handling
- Registration support
- Marking and labelling advice
- Post-registration compliance support
Our objective is to make the BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors process more organised and easier for manufacturers and brands to manage. UMSPCS has more than 6 years of experience in handling business compliance through 600+ product requirements, helping manufacturers and businesses handle Indian regulatory processes in a more systematic manner.
Conclusion
BIS CRS Registration is a crucial regulatory measure for manufacturers and brands that produce Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Other Electronic Apparatus in India
It is more than an online application! Manufacturers must find the right product category and the relevant standard and make arrangements for testing with a proper testing laboratory, develop consistent documentation, apply to BIS, and comply with marking and registration standards.
Manufacturers intending to go for a fresh registration must check the latest requirements of BIS before conducting the testing for the applicable framework, which is transitioning towards IS/IEC 62368: Part 1:2023.
UMSPCS is here to support you in the entire process of BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors, including product evaluation and testing, application filing, and Registration support.
Looking for BIS CRS Certification for Power Adaptors?
As a manufacturer, importer, or retailer of Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus in India, reach out to UMSPCS for assistance in getting the product registered by BIS for CRS applicability, testing, documentation, etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
UMSPCS can handle the entire process from the standard identification, laboratory testing, documentation, BIS filing, and registration assistance.
The cost would depend on the models, test scope, lab cost, and BIS requirements; thus, UMSPCS can provide a quotation depending on the specific product.
Yes, our specialists can evaluate the application, specifications, and type of product of your Power Adaptor to find out which BIS requirements apply.
Yes, we can evaluate your models for any possibilities of series approval or grouping prior to testing.
Yes, UMSPCS helps qualified foreign manufacturers with relevant documentation, AIR, testing, and BIS registration
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