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Indian BIS registration and WPC approval

Indian compliance typically combines BIS registration for electronics safety under the CRS scheme with WPC approval for wireless products.

CodeBIS / WPC
RegionIndia
TypeMandatory for regulated products
Issued byBureau of Indian Standards and the Wireless Planning and Coordination wing
Last verified2026-10-10
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Indian compliance typically combines BIS registration for electronics safety under the CRS scheme with WPC approval for wireless products. Status: Mandatory for regulated products. Issued or recognised by Bureau of Indian Standards and the Wireless Planning and Coordination wing.

CodeBIS / WPC
RegionIndia
TypeMandatory for regulated products
Issued byBureau of Indian Standards and the Wireless Planning and Coordination wing
GroupRadio and telecom
Last verified2026-10-10
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What it means

BIS registration is issued to the manufacturer through the Compulsory Registration Scheme, while the WPC equipment type approval covers the radio interface. Both can be needed for one product.

Applies to

  • Electronics covered by the CRS list
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices
  • Telecom and RF equipment

What it does not cover

  • Indian telecom network licensing
  • Local manufacturing incentives
  • Consumer packaging declarations outside the schemes

Verification checklist

  • Check whether the product appears in the CRS schedule
  • Test in a BIS-recognised laboratory
  • Apply for WPC ETA for the radio module
  • Apply the standard mark once registration is granted

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