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BIS Certification for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 - Household and Similar Electrical Appliances

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is the official Indian Standard for the safety of household, commercial, and similar electrical appliances. It is identical (under dual numbering) to IEC 60335-1: 2020 and is the technical backbone of the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026. From 1 October 2026, BIS certification under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 becomes mandatory for 90 categories of electrical appliances sold in India. This guide explains everything Indian and foreign manufacturers need to know about the standard, the certification process, documents, cost, and how Standphill India helps you obtain your ISI Mark licence on time.

What is IS 302 (Part 1): 2024?

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is the latest Indian Standard published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) covering the general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances. The full official title of the standard is:

"Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety, Part 1: General Requirements (Seventh Revision)"

This is the seventh revision of the standard, superseding IS 302 (Part 1): 2008. It was published by the Electrotechnical Department (ETD) of BIS under Technical Committee ETD 32 - Electrical Appliances. The standard establishes the foundational electrical safety framework that every covered household and commercial appliance must meet before it can be legally sold in the Indian market under the QCO 2026.

Because IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is the "Part 1 General Requirements" standard, it functions as the parent safety standard. It is read in conjunction with the specific Part 2 standards that govern individual appliance types - such as vacuum cleaners, electric kettles, hair dryers, dishwashers, and so on. For BIS certification purposes under the QCO 2026, conformity to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is the central compliance requirement.

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 vs IEC 60335-1: 2020

One of the most important facts manufacturers should understand about IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is its relationship with the international IEC standard:

Degree of Equivalence: IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is identical under dual numbering to IEC 60335-1: 2020. This means the technical content of both standards is exactly the same, and the Indian Standard simply adopts the international IEC standard with the dual identification.

Why this matters for foreign manufacturers:

If your products are already designed and tested to IEC 60335-1: 2020 for the European market (CE marking), the U.S. market, or other international markets, the technical safety design is already aligned with India's IS 302 (Part 1): 2024. However, the BIS certification process is separate - international test reports cannot be directly used. Testing must be repeated at a BIS-recognized laboratory in India, and a BIS licence must be obtained under the FMCS (Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme).
 

Why this matters for Indian manufacturers:

Aligning your design and quality control to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 also makes your products IEC 60335-1: 2020 compliant - opening doors to global export markets in Europe, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. BIS certification effectively becomes a passport for export-readiness.

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 - Standard

Here is a complete summary of the official BIS metadata for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 - useful for application forms, technical files, and procurement documents:

Why IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 Has Become Mandatory in India

Until early 2026, BIS certification under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 was a voluntary certification - manufacturers could apply for the ISI Mark to demonstrate quality but were not legally required to do so. That changed with the issuance of the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 - Gazette Notification S.O. 1739(E) dated 6 April 2026, signed by Smt. Nidhi Kesarwani, Joint Secretary, DPIIT.

1. Conform to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024; and
2. Bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence issued as per Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. 

Implementation Deadlines

For complete details about the QCO 2026 - including penalties, exemptions, R&D allowances, and pre-implementation stock provisions - please refer to our detailed page: QCO 2026 - BIS Certification for Household, Commercial & Similar Electrical Appliances.

Scope - Which Products Are Covered Under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024?

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 applies to all electrical appliances intended for household, commercial, or similar applications, with the following voltage thresholds:

- Single-phase appliances: rated voltage not exceeding 250 V
- Other appliances: rated voltage not exceeding 480 V - including DC-supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances

Under the QCO 2026, the standard applies mandatorily to 90 specific categories of electrical appliances. We have grouped them below into functional categories for easier identification:

Vacuum Cleaners and Water Suction Cleaning Appliances, Spin Extractors, Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines, Surface-Cleaning Appliances using Liquids or Steam, Fabric Steamers, DC Supplied / Battery-Operated Vacuum Cleaners.
 

Cooking Ranges, Hobs, Ovens and Similar Appliances; Frying Pans and Deep Fat Fryers; Appliances for Heating Liquids; Electric Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers and Steam-Convection Ovens; Electric Steam Cookers; Electric Water Boilers; Electric Coffee Makers; Electric Hot Plates; Single-Walled Baking Ovens; Warming Plates; Dishwashers; Food Waste Disposers.

Electric Bean Slicers, Berry-Juice Extractors, Can Openers, Centrifugal Juicers, Churns, Citrus-Fruit Squeezers, Coffee Mills (up to 500 g hopper), Cream Whippers, Egg Beaters, Food Processors, Grain Grinders (up to 3 L hopper), Graters, Ice-Cream Machines, Knife Sharpeners, Knives, Noodle Makers, Potato Peelers, Shredders, Sieving Machines, Slicing Machines, Low-Speed Food Grinding Machines, DC/Battery-Operated Blenders & Juicers.

Electrical Shavers, Hair Clippers and Similar Appliances; Massage Appliances; Oral Hygiene Appliances; Skin Beauty Care Appliances; Beauty Care Appliances Incorporating Lasers and Intense Light Sources; Appliances for Skin Exposure to Optical Radiation; DC/Battery-Operated Shavers, Trimmers, Clippers; DC/Battery-Operated Toothbrushes; DC/Battery-Operated Massage Appliances.

Tumbler Dryers; Electric Heating Tools; Blankets, Pads, Clothing and Similar Flexible Heating Appliances; Sauna Heating Appliances and Infrared Cabins; Thermal Storage Room Heaters; Water-Bed Heaters; Fixed Immersion Heaters; Foot Warmers and Heating Mats; Humidifiers; Vaporizers; Air-Cleaning Appliances; DC/Battery-Operated Foot Warmers; DC/Battery-Operated Air Purifiers.

Commercial Electric Cooking Ranges, Ovens, Hobs and Hob Elements; Commercial Doughnut Fryers and Deep Fat Fryers; Commercial Griddles and Griddle Grills; Commercial Multi-Purpose Cooking Pans; Commercial Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers and Steam-Convection Ovens; Commercial Boiling Pans; Commercial Grillers and Toasters; Commercial Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm; Commercial Bains-Marie; Commercial Dishwashing Machines; Commercial Rinsing Sinks; Commercial Kitchen Machines; Commercial Hoods; Commercial Vacuum Packaging Appliances.

Insect Killers; Electric Call Bells and Buzzers (Indoor); Clothes Dryers and Towel Rails; Electrical Appliances for Aquariums and Garden Ponds; Whirlpool Baths and Whirlpool Spas; Outdoor Barbecues; Amusement Machines and Personal Service Machines; Toilet Appliances; Drives for Vertically Moving Garage Doors (Residential); Gas, Oil and Solid-Fuel Burning Appliances Having Electrical Connections; Electrolysers; Personal-e-Transporters; Furniture with Electrically Motorized Parts; Hand-Held Electric Engraving Tools.

 
For the official complete list of all 90 categories with serial numbers as published in the Gazette of India

How to Get BIS Certification Under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 - Step-by-Step Process

BIS certification under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is granted under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The scheme differs slightly for Indian manufacturers and foreign manufacturers:

1. ) Indian (Domestic) Manufacturers: Apply directly under Scheme-I, receive ISI Mark Licence (CM/L number).

2. ) Foreign Manufacturers: Apply through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS), appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR), undergo overseas factory inspection, receive ISI Mark Licence.

Confirm whether your product falls within the 90 covered categories under QCO 2026 and within the voltage thresholds of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 (250 V single-phase; 480 V other). Standphill India performs this assessment first to avoid unnecessary testing for products covered under a different QCO.

Review the appliance's design and construction against IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 requirements. Identify any non-conformities in insulation, earthing, mechanical guarding, thermal protection, marking, or instructions before sample testing - this saves both time and re-testing costs.

Submit production samples to a BIS-recognized, NABL-accredited laboratory. The laboratory performs tests covering all clauses of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 - electrical safety, insulation, earthing, mechanical strength, thermal limits, abnormal operation, fire hazard, radiation, and marking. Each model and variant is tested independently. The lab issues a Test Report upon successful completion.

 Step 4 - Online Application Filing on ManakOnline Portal

File the formal application on the BIS ManakOnline portal (manakonline.in). Upload all required documents (see checklist below), the test report, and pay the application fee. Foreign manufacturers must additionally appoint and register their Authorised Indian Representative (AIR).

BIS officers review the application and supporting documents. Any deficiencies are raised as queries which must be resolved within the prescribed timeline. Standphill India handles all queries directly with BIS to keep applications moving.

BIS conducts an inspection of the manufacturing premises. For Indian manufacturers, this is typically done within India. For foreign manufacturers under FMCS, BIS officials travel to the overseas factory - this requires upfront payment of audit charges in foreign currency. The inspector verifies testing equipment, calibration certificates, manufacturing processes, quality control records, and marking compliance.

Upon satisfactory completion of testing, document scrutiny, and factory inspection, BIS grants the Certification Mark Licence (CM/L). The manufacturer can immediately begin marking certified appliances with the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) along with the licence number.

BIS certification is not a one-time event. Manufacturers must maintain production quality to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024, allow BIS surveillance inspections, submit periodic test reports, and renew the licence on time. Standphill India provides annual compliance management to ensure no renewal or surveillance is missed.

Typical Timelines

1. Indian Manufacturers (Scheme-I): 4 to 6 weeks
2. Foreign Manufacturers (FMCS): 8 to 12 weeks (depending on overseas inspection scheduling)

Documents Required for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS Certification

The exact documents required vary slightly based on whether you are an Indian or foreign manufacturer, but the core checklist for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS certification includes:

1. Manufacturing Licence / Factory Licence

2. GST Registration Certificate
3. Trademark Registration Certificate (if any)
4. Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / Proprietorship Proof
5. Authorised Signatory Letter
6. Factory Layout Plan with machinery placement
7. List of Manufacturing Machinery and Capacity
8. List of Testing Equipment with Calibration Certificates
9. Quality Control Plan / Quality Manual
10. Process Flow Chart of Manufacturing
11. List of Raw Materials and Suppliers
12. Product Technical Specifications
13. Circuit Diagrams and Bill of Materials
14. Product Photographs (top, side, bottom, internal views)
15. Label Artwork showing proposed ISI Mark placement
16. Test Report from BIS-Recognized Laboratory
17. Form V Declaration / Self-Declaration as required
18. Product Brochure / Catalogue

In addition to the above (translated into English where required), foreign manufacturers must also submit:

1. Business Licence of the foreign manufacturing company (notarised + apostilled)
2. Memorandum & Articles of Association
3. Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) appointment letter and KYC documents
4. AIR's GST and PAN documents
5. Power of Attorney granted to the AIR
6. ISO 9001 Certificate (recommended)
7. International test reports (for reference - cannot replace BIS testing)
8. Indemnity Bond / Performance Bond (as required by BIS)
9. Application Fee + Inspection Fee + Audit charges in foreign currency

Standphill India provides the complete document checklist, drafts every required undertaking and declaration in BIS-acceptable format, and verifies each document for compliance before submission.

Cost of BIS Certification Under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024

The total cost of obtaining BIS certification under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is made up of several components. Note that all figures below are indicative - exact costs depend on the product category, number of models, factory location, and prevailing BIS fee schedules.

1. BIS Application Fee (Government Fee) - approximately INR 1,000 per application
2. Product Testing Fee at BIS-Recognized Lab - INR 80,000 to INR 3,50,000 (varies significantly by appliance type, complexity, and number of variants)
3. BIS Inspection Fee (Government Fee) - approximately INR 7,000 per inspection
4. Annual Marking Fee (Minimum Marking Fee or AMF) - INR 1,000 per annum + unit-based marking fee on production
5. Licence Fee (Government Fee) - approximately INR 1,000 per annum
6. Consultancy Fee (if engaging a consultant) - varies based on scope

Indicative Total for One Product (Indian Manufacturer): INR 1,50,000 to INR 5,00,000 - depending on appliance complexity and number of models/variants.

1. BIS Application Fee - approximately USD 500 per application
2. Audit / Inspection Charges - approximately USD 8,000 per man-day (typically 2-3 man-days for IS 302 audit) + travel and accommodation costs of BIS officials
3. Product Testing Fee - similar to Indian range, INR 80,000 to INR 3,50,000 per product
4. Annual Licence Fee - approximately USD 2,000 per annum
5. Marking Fee - on per unit production basis
6. Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) Fees - varies
7. Document Notarisation & Apostille - varies by country
8. Consultancy Fee - varies based on scope

Indicative Total for One Product (Foreign Manufacturer): USD 15,000 to USD 30,000 (approximately INR 12 lakh to INR 25 lakh) - depending on appliance type and number of models.

[NOTE: All government fees are subject to revision by BIS. The figures above are illustrative based on the latest publicly available fee structure. For an accurate quotation specific to your product, contact Standphill India.]

Can Manufacturers Apply on Their Own, or Do They Need a Consultant?

Technically, a manufacturer can apply for BIS certification under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 directly through the ManakOnline portal without engaging a consultant. The portal is open to all applicants and the process is documented in the public BIS regulations.

However, in practice, the success rate of self-applied BIS applications is very low - particularly under a complex safety standard like IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 with its 90 covered product categories, multi-clause testing requirements, and detailed documentation expectations.

The reality of self-application looks like this:
 

1. Application Rejections - BIS rejects applications for missing documents, incorrect formatting, wrong scheme selection, or mismatched product descriptions. Each rejection delays the licence by weeks.

2. Test Report Issues - Selecting the wrong BIS-recognized lab, submitting incorrect samples, missing test parameters, or formatting errors in the test report all cause re-testing - which doubles cost and time.

3. Complex Documentation - Items like factory layout, quality control plan, machinery list, and label artwork must be presented in a specific BIS-acceptable format. First-time applicants almost always submit these in the wrong format.

4. Inspection Failures - BIS inspectors raise non-conformities (NCs) during the factory visit. Without proper preparation, NCs lead to inspection failure, which means restarting the inspection process - adding weeks of delay.

5. Query Resolution - BIS raises technical queries throughout the application. Each query has a deadline. Missing a query deadline can void the entire application.

6. Foreign Manufacturer Complexity - For FMCS applicants, the additional layers of AIR appointment, document apostille, audit scheduling, and foreign currency payments make self-application practically impossible without a consultant.

7. Time Cost - Even successful self-applications take 2-3 times longer than consultant-managed applications. With the QCO 2026 deadline of 1 October 2026, time is the most expensive resource.

When a Consultant is Effectively Mandatory

For practical purposes, a consultant is essentially mandatory in the following situations:

- You are a foreign manufacturer (FMCS process is complex by design)
- You manufacture multiple appliances or models requiring multiple licences
- You are facing a tight deadline (such as the QCO 2026 deadline)
- You do not have an in-house BIS compliance specialist
- You have had a previous BIS application rejected or delayed

How to Choose the Right BIS Consultant

If you decide to engage a consultant for your IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS certification, look for these qualifications:

1. Track Record - Years of experience and number of completed certifications, particularly for electrical appliances.
2. Specialisation in IS 302 / Electrical Appliances - General BIS consultants without electrical appliance experience tend to make costly testing mistakes.
3. Direct Lab Relationships - A good consultant has working relationships with multiple BIS-recognized labs to secure priority testing slots.
4. FMCS Experience - For foreign manufacturers, ensure the consultant has handled successful FMCS applications.
5. Transparency - The consultant should clearly explain costs, timelines, and risks before engagement.
6. After-Certification Support - Renewal, surveillance audits, and standard updates are ongoing - ensure the consultant offers continuing support.

Why Choose Standphill India for IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS Certification

Standphill India is one of India's most established BIS certification consultancies, with over 20 years of dedicated experience in BIS certification, FMCS, CRS, and regulatory compliance. We are headquartered in Greater Noida West, Uttar Pradesh, and serve manufacturers across India and across more than 30 countries worldwide.
 
When it comes specifically to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 and the QCO 2026 mandate, Standphill India offers focused expertise that general consultants simply cannot match: 

Specialist Expertise in Electrical Appliance Certification

We have handled BIS certification for vacuum cleaners, water boilers, hair clippers, dishwashers, induction cookers, food processors, juicers, electric kettles, hot plates, fabric steamers, humidifiers, air purifiers, and dozens of other appliance categories that fall under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024. Our team understands the technical clauses of the standard, the testing pitfalls, and the inspection expectations - knowledge built up across thousands of certifications.

Complete End-to-End Service

From the first consultation to the issuance of the ISI Mark licence and beyond, every stage is handled by Standphill India:
 

- Product scope confirmation under QCO 2026
- Pre-testing technical design review
- BIS-recognized laboratory coordination and priority slot booking
- Document drafting in BIS-acceptable format
- ManakOnline application filing
- BIS query handling and resolution
- Factory inspection preparation and accompaniment
- Licence approval follow-up with BIS
- Annual renewal and surveillance compliance

Equally Strong for Indian and Foreign Manufacturers

We serve both audiences with dedicated process tracks:
 
- For Indian manufacturers: Direct Scheme-I support with focus on minimising government fees and lab testing rounds.

- For Foreign manufacturers: Complete FMCS handling including Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) services, document apostille coordination, audit scheduling, and currency payment management.

20+ Years of Industry Credibility

- 20+ years of BIS certification experience
- 10,000+ domestic ISI Mark certifications
- 400+ FMCS certifications for foreign manufacturers
- Headquartered in Greater Noida West, near the BIS Head Office in Delhi
- Direct working relationships with all major BIS-recognized testing laboratories

Trusted by Leading Manufacturers - Recent Standphill India Clients

Standphill India has earned the trust of established manufacturers across multiple sectors. Some of our recent BIS certification clients include:

A leading manufacturer engaged with Standphill India for BIS certification support. Standphill India delivered end-to-end documentation, testing coordination, and licence approval support to ensure full BIS compliance.

A recognised name in the business machines and equipment sector, Avanti Business Machines Limited engaged Standphill India for BIS certification. The certification process was managed with structured project tracking and on-time licence delivery.

Nitya Textiles partnered with Standphill India for regulatory and BIS compliance support. The engagement reflects Standphill India's ability to serve manufacturers across diverse product categories with the same quality of service and attention to detail.
 
These clients - alongside thousands of other manufacturers - chose Standphill India for one consistent reason: dependable execution. When the QCO 2026 deadline arrives on 1 October 2026, the manufacturers who have certified on time will be the ones who chose specialist support early.

Get Your IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS Certification with Standphill India - Begin Today

The QCO 2026 mandatory deadline of 1 October 2026 for general manufacturers is closer than it appears. BIS-recognized laboratories typically reach full booking capacity 3 to 4 months before any major QCO deadline - which means that by July 2026, lab queues will already be 2-3 months long. Manufacturers who begin their IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 certification process in April-May 2026 stand the best chance of receiving their ISI Mark licence well before the deadline.
 
Standphill India can begin your application immediately - whether you are an Indian manufacturer applying under Scheme-I or a foreign manufacturer applying under FMCS. Our team will:
 
- Confirm your product scope under QCO 2026
- Prepare a complete cost and timeline plan specific to your product
- Coordinate priority lab testing
- File your ManakOnline application within days, not weeks
- Manage every interaction with BIS until your licence is granted
 
Contact Standphill India today and secure your IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 BIS certification before the deadline.

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