BIS Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters

Explore BIS certification for electric immersion water heaters IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201) in India. UMSPCS assists manufacturers with testing and certification.

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BIS ISI Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters - IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201): Requirements & Certification Support

In the household industry, electric immersion water heaters are common heaters used to heat water in homes. These appliances are directly connected to the power supply and are typically found near water, making electrical safety, insulation, earthing, protection from live components and resistance to heat and fire critical factors for compliance.

BIS ISI Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters is one of the important regulatory requirements for industries that deal with the sale of electric immersion water heaters in India. It has been registered under the BIS Scheme-I (ISI Mark Scheme) with IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201).

UMSPCS provides manufacturers with product applicability assessment assistance, applicable standard review, test coordination, document preparation, filing of BIS applications and certification assistance.

What Is IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201):2008 for Electric Immersion Water Heaters?

Indian Standard IS 302-2-2008 is the first revision of the Indian Standard, Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances: Part 2: Particular Requirements: Electric Immersion Water Heaters. BIS has a product manual for certification under Scheme-I for this standard.

The standard specifies the safety requirements for electric immersion water heaters and is harmonised with the relevant general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.

The BIS product manual lists the product as Electric Immersion Water Heater (Safety) and outlines the standards for product scope, sampling, testing apparatus, Scheme of Inspection and Testing and the scope of the licence.

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Is BIS ISI Certification Mandatory for Electric Immersion Water Heaters?

Yes. Mandatory BIS certification is valid for the electric immersion water heater. The Scheme-I listing of BIS covers the IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201) – Safety of household and similar electrical appliances – Electric immersion water heaters.

The 2026 implementation guidance by BIS also states that EIWHs (as per IS 302-2-2018) and EIWHs (as per IS 368-2014) are covered under mandatory certification.

Regulatory is a transition spot. IS 302-2-201:2008 is superseded by IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 74):2024 for portable immersion heaters, with the last date of implementation of IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 74):2024 being 23 February 2027, and IS 302-2-201:2008 will be withdrawn on that date.

Who Needs BIS ISI Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters?

This requirement applies to the manufacturers of covered electric immersion water heaters marketed in India.

This may include:

Manufacturers of electrical appliances in India
Manufacturers of electric water heaters
Manufacturers of household appliances
OEM/ODM manufacturers
OEMs who are producing through third-party manufacturers.
Eligible foreign manufacturers making a supply of covered products to India.

Manufacturers should verify the product configuration, relevant standard and existing BIS transition requirements before application.

Which Electric Immersion Water Heaters Are Covered?

The BIS product manual specifies that Electric Immersion Water Heater (Safety) is the product for which IS 302-2-2008 is applicable. The product scope includes details such as appliance class, insulation class and electrical rating.

The scope of portable electric immersion heaters for household and similar applications having rated voltage not more than 250 V is identified in BIS as per IS 302-2-2008. The applicable standards are in transition, so manufacturers should have their particular product assessed before making the decision on the route to certification.

What Are the Key Safety Requirements?

The applicable requirements cover various aspects of electrical and product safety.

The following areas are important areas for tests and assessments:

Protection against electric shock
Protection from exposure to living components.
Power input and current
Internal wiring
Components
Provide connection and flexible cords
Provision for earthing
Screws and connections
Clearance and Creepage distance.
Solid insulation
High resistance to heat and fire.
Resistance to rusting
Marking and instructions

These areas are reflected in BIS-recognised laboratory testing scopes for IS 302-2-201:2008.

The testing requirement varies according to the standard and product configuration and the existing requirements for implementation of the BIS.

BIS ISI Certification Process for Electric Immersion Water Heaters

At UMSPCS we have a systematic procedure for manufacturers to get BIS ISI Certification for electric immersion water heaters

Step 1: Identification of Relevant Indian Standard

Step one involves identifying the relevant Indian Standard (IS code) for the product.
This phase involves the following steps:

Analysis of Product Categories

Finding the appropriate IS code

Examining the requirements for compliance

Gap analysis for the manufacturing process

Leading the way in meeting BIS quality

requirements

Step 2: Product Testing and Document Preparation

For compliance with the standard, testing of the product is to be done in a lab that is NABL-accredited as well as BIS-approved.
This step entails the following sub-steps:

Examining the product sample

Technical document preparation

Compiling manufacturing information

High-quality records

Form preparation

Step 3: Filing of the BIS Application

After completing testing and documentation, the BIS application needs to be filed.
Steps involved in this phase include:

Filing of BIS application

Submittal of test report

Submittal of factory information

Government fee payment

Initial scrutiny by BIS officers

Step 4: BIS Factory Inspection

An inspection of the factory is carried out by the BIS authorities to ensure that all the requirements for certification are met.
BIS inspects for:

Manufacturing process

Production facilities

Quality assurance systems

In-house testing facilities

Product consistency

Step 5: Sample Testing and Laboratory Evaluation

Samples of the product can be taken during the inspection and verified independently.
This phase consists of:

Sampling by BIS officers

Laboratory tests on the samples

Technical evaluation of the results

Submission of Lab Test Reports (LTR)

Step 6: Closure of Observations

In case there are any observations made through the inspection or testing, remedial actions will have to be taken.
This may involve:

Addressing BIS observations

Taking corrective action

Updating technical documentation

Submission of proof of compliance

Closing of observations

Step 7: Payment of License and Marking Fees

After compliance verification is successful, it is important to pay the required BIS charges.
The following are some of the charges that need to be made:

Annual Licence Fee Payment

ISI Marking Fee Payment

Compliance with the BIS Licence Conditions

Step 8: Issue of BIS Licence

On successful completion of all the processes, the BIS issues the licence certificate.
Once the licence is issued:

The ISI mark can be put on the licensed products

The products will be able to be sold in India.

Ongoing compliance will be required by the manufacturers.

UMSPCS gives complete assistance during every phase of the BIS certification process for manufacturers in Rajasthan.

Documents Required for BIS ISI Certification for IS 302

However, the specific documents needed will vary depending on the product and the certification scheme.

The list of generally required documents includes:

Basic information about the product segment and the manufacturing facility
Proof of the manufacturing Address of the unit, such as a utility bill, lease, or property ownership deed
The brand name's trademark certificate
Manufacturing licences and any applicable statutory clearances
Design specifications and product drawings
Manufacturing capacity installed
List of materials used and their specifications
Information about the equipment and machinery used in manufacturing
The factory's floor plan, including the production, test, and storage areas
Included is a thorough manufacturing process flow.
Internal test apparatus and calibration data
Information on quality control personnel
The factory's organisational chart

BIS ISI Certification Cost for IS 302

A lot of manufacturers enquire about the cost of certification.

The total cost would depend on:

Product type
Indian standard applicable to the product
Number of models
Testing requirements
Factory audit requirements
Government BIS fees
Requirements for consultant services

Particulars	Estimated Cost (INR)
Application Fees (BIS)	₹1,000
Testing Charges (Lab Fees)	15000- ₹2,50,000
Factory Inspection Charges	₹7000
Annual License Fees	₹1,000
Marking Fees (ISI Mark Usage)	As per BIS norms (based on production)
Consultancy Charges (UMSPCS)	₹ 50000

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BIS ISI Certification Validity for IS 302

The validity of the certificate depends on the certification system.

ISI Licence: Generally valid for the time stipulated by the BIS regulations.
CRS Registration: Valid for 5 years.
Certification of Foreign Manufacturers: Valid according to BIS licensing and renewability provisions.

Manufacturers have to make sure that their certificates are renewed in time to ensure production and sales continuity.

What Can Delay BIS ISI Certification for IS 302?

Manufacturers may face delays because of:

Choosing the wrong or the wrong time to certify
Incorrect interpretation of the applicable standard
Incomplete technical documents
Testing failures
Product specification differences
Missing calibration records
Inadequate testing facilities
Incorrect product grouping
Factory-readiness issues
Delayed actions in response to BIS observations

Why Choose UMSPCS for BIS ISI Certification for IS 302?

UMSPCS assists manufacturers throughout the key phases involved in BIS ISI Certification for electric immersion water heaters.

Our services include:

Product applicability assessment
Existing BIS needs review.
All necessary IS codes and identifiers are applicable.
IS 368:2014 route assessment
Technical documentation
Laboratory coordination
Product testing assistance
BIS application filing
Factory inspection preparation
BIS query handling
Licence support
Post-certification compliance guidance

Prior to investing in testing or applying, we assist manufacturers in understanding where BIS stands. In the last 6 years, we have successfully helped more than 600+ manufacturers obtain certifications. Also, get to know more about BIS ISI Certification for Follow-Up Formula.

Conclusion

BIS ISI Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters is mandatory, but manufacturers should be careful while considering the old standard IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201):2008 reference.

The BIS Clarification issued in July 2024 says that manufacturers have to obtain BIS certification as per IS 368:2014, and the requirements of IS 302-2-201:2008 will be considered to be fulfilled when the product fulfils IS 368:2014 under the BIS Certification License. BIS has also announced the move to the new IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 74):2024 standard for portable immersion heaters, which will come into force by 23 February 2027.

For this reason, manufacturers are advised to evaluate their products according to the latest BIS requirement standards before initiating the certification process.

Need Help with BIS Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters?

UMSPCS can help you evaluate your product, choose the appropriate certification procedure, arrange testing, document preparation, and support the application and BIS certification process.

Contact us to discuss your electric immersion water heater and obtain product-specific BIS ISI certification guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, electric immersion water heaters are included in mandatory BIS certification.

It is still valid but it is being phased out since BIS wants manufacturers to have BIS certification as per IS 368:2014, and it will be withdrawn after 23 February 2027.

According to the BIS Clarification dated in July 2024 manufacturers have to get BIS Certification as per IS 368:2014.

Depends on the product scope, testing requirements, laboratory expenses, BIS fees and certification requirements.

Yes, we can help with applicability evaluation, standard selection, testing, documentation, application filing and the BIS certification procedure.

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BIS Certification for Electric Immersion Water Heaters