The migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 is not just a compliance checkbox exercise. For Indian electronics manufacturers, it presents both significant risks and meaningful opportunities.
After 1 November 2028, BIS registrations under IS 13252 and IS 616 will expire. Products without valid IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 certification cannot be legally manufactured, imported, or sold in India. The penalty under the BIS Act 2016 is significant — fines and product seizure.
With thousands of registrations needing migration across 42 product categories, BIS-recognized testing laboratories will face unprecedented demand in 2026-2028. The realistic assessment: companies that begin migration in 2025-2026 will have smooth, cost-effective experiences. Companies that start in 2027-2028 will face 3-6 month lab queues, rushed timelines, and potentially higher costs.
IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 Clause 4 requires component re-evaluation. Some manufacturers may discover that certain components in their products, while accepted under IS 13252, do not meet IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 Clause 4 requirements. This could require redesign, which takes time.
By adopting Edition 4 of IEC 62368-1, India aligns with the most current international standard. Indian manufacturers who certify to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 will find their products meet the safety requirements of EU, US, China, South Korea, and Australia markets (or require minimal additional testing). This is a competitive advantage for exporters.
IS 13252 and IS 616 were separate standards requiring separate testing for IT and audio/video products. With IS/IEC 62368-1:2023, a single standard test covers both. Manufacturers of convergence devices (smart TVs, multimedia PCs, conference systems) now have a single safety standard framework to manage.
As enforcement increases, manufacturers with proactive compliance under IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 will be clearly differentiated from those still on legacy standards or non-compliant. This matters for B2B sales, government procurement, and premium retail channels.
Indian electronics manufacturers should treat the IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 migration as a strategic investment, not just a compliance cost. Build your migration roadmap now, allocate budget for testing in the 2025-2026 window, and use the opportunity to audit your entire product line for compliance — including components, documentation, and markings.