Published: 30 Jul 2026
MeitY Extends BIS Registration Deadline for Television Sets to 26 January 2027: What Manufacturers and Importers Should Know
REGULATORY INTELLIGENCE
Published: 30 July 2026
Notification: S.O. 4182(E)
Effective Date: Immediate
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has extended the implementation deadline for mandatory BIS registration of Television Sets under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021 (CRO).
The compliance deadline, originally scheduled to take effect on 26 July 2026, has now been extended by six months to 26 January 2027, providing manufacturers and importers with additional time to complete product testing and obtain BIS registration under IS 18112:2022.
For businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, or selling television sets in India, this extension provides valuable breathing room—but it should be viewed as an opportunity to complete compliance preparations rather than postpone them.
Key Takeaways
- MeitY has extended the BIS compliance deadline for Television Sets by six months.
- The new implementation date is 26 January 2027.
- Television Sets continue to remain covered under the Compulsory Registration Order (CRO).
- Manufacturers and importers should continue BIS certification activities without delay.
- The notification is effective immediately.
What is the Legal Requirement?
Under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021, specified electronic products must obtain Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) registration before they can be manufactured, imported, distributed, or sold in India.
Television Sets were added as Serial No. 64 to the CRO Schedule through S.O. 1929(E) dated 26 April 2023, making compliance with IS 18112:2022 mandatory.
The implementation date has now been revised from 26 July 2026 to 26 January 2027.
What Has Changed?
The latest notification introduces one significant amendment.
Implementation Deadline Extended
The mandatory BIS registration requirement for Television Sets under IS 18112:2022 will now become enforceable from:
- Previous Deadline: 26 July 2026
- Revised Deadline: 26 January 2027
No other technical requirements, testing standards, or registration obligations have been modified. Only the implementation timeline has been extended.
Why Has MeitY Extended the Timeline?
The notification itself does not specify the reasons behind the extension.
However, the additional six-month window provides manufacturers, importers, and certification stakeholders with more time to:
- Complete product testing at BIS-recognized laboratories.
- Submit and obtain BIS registration.
- Finalize documentation and regulatory approvals.
- Plan inventory and import schedules in line with the revised compliance date.
For businesses that were still progressing through the certification process, this extension reduces immediate compliance pressure while maintaining the requirement to register before the revised deadline.
Why This Matters for Businesses
Although the deadline has been extended, the underlying regulatory requirement remains unchanged.
Manufacturers and importers should use this additional time to complete pending certification activities rather than defer compliance.
Businesses that wait until the final months may still encounter challenges such as:
- Laboratory testing timelines.
- Documentation reviews.
- Registration processing periods.
- Production planning constraints.
- Import scheduling issues.
Early preparation can help avoid unnecessary delays once the revised implementation date arrives.
Who Will Be Affected?
This notification is relevant for:
- Television manufacturers.
- Foreign manufacturers exporting TVs to India.
- Indian importers.
- Brand owners.
- OEM and private-label television manufacturers.
- Authorized Indian Representatives (AIRs).
- Distributors planning new product launches.
Any business intending to manufacture or import Television Sets for the Indian market should align its compliance timelines with the revised deadline.
Business Impact
The extension provides several practical benefits for industry stakeholders:
- Additional time to complete BIS registration under IS 18112:2022.
- Greater flexibility in production and import planning.
- Reduced pressure on ongoing product testing and certification activities.
- Improved opportunity to launch compliant products without disrupting supply chains.
At the same time, businesses should remember that the regulatory requirement has not been withdrawn—it has only been deferred.
Companies should therefore continue working toward the current implementation date of 26 January 2027 while monitoring any future regulatory updates.
Recommended Actions
Manufacturers and importers should use this extension period to:
- Identify all television models requiring BIS registration.
- Complete product testing through BIS-recognized laboratories.
- Prepare and submit BIS registration applications.
- Review product labelling and documentation requirements.
- Coordinate certification timelines with manufacturing and import schedules.
- Track future notifications issued by MeitY and BIS.
Completing these activities well before the deadline will help ensure uninterrupted market access.
How Omega QMS Can Help
Navigating India’s BIS compliance requirements requires careful planning, technical documentation, laboratory coordination, and regulatory expertise.
Omega QMS provides end-to-end BIS certification support for manufacturers and importers, including:
- BIS CRS registration for electronic products.
- Product testing coordination.
- Technical documentation preparation.
- Application filing and follow-up.
- Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) support.
- Regulatory advisory on MeitY Compulsory Registration Orders.
- Ongoing compliance monitoring and renewal assistance.
With over two decades of regulatory consulting experience, Omega QMS helps businesses achieve timely certification while minimizing compliance risks.
Conclusion
Through S.O. 4182(E), MeitY has extended the implementation date for mandatory BIS registration of Television Sets under IS 18112:2022 from 26 July 2026 to 26 January 2027.
While the extension offers manufacturers and importers valuable additional time, it should not be viewed as a reason to delay compliance efforts. Businesses should continue progressing with testing, documentation, and BIS registration to ensure they are fully prepared before the revised deadline becomes effective.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Has the BIS registration requirement for Television Sets been cancelled?
No. The requirement remains in force. Only the implementation date has been extended.
What is the new compliance deadline?
The revised implementation date is 26 January 2027.
Which standard applies to Television Sets?
Television Sets covered under the notification must comply with IS 18112:2022.
Does this affect imported television sets?
Yes. The Compulsory Registration Order applies to both domestically manufactured and imported Television Sets intended for sale in India.
Should businesses stop their BIS registration process?
No. Businesses should continue their certification activities so they are ready well before the revised implementation date.
Official Reference
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Notification S.O. 4182(E), dated 26 July 2026
File No.: W-47/7/2023-IPHW
Subject: Extension in timelines for the implementation of the Order for product categories included in the Schedule of the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or regulatory advice. Businesses should seek professional guidance based on their specific products and compliance obligations.