The India Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has published a Gazette notification to officially announce the migration of IS 13252: Part 1: 2010 and IS 616:2017 to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 on November 7, 2025.
The notification introduces a new product category and defines the concurrent running period of IS 13252 & IS 616, along with IS/IEC 62368-1:2023.
Key Highlights
Superseded Standards:
IS 13252: Part 1: 2010 and IS 616:2017 have been superseded by IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 – “Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: Safety Requirements.”
New Product Category:
Extended Reality Products (Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality, etc.) have been included in the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021, as the 65th product category.
Concurrent Running Period:
Note: After 1st November 2028, IS 13252 and IS 616 will be completely withdrawn, and only IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 will remain applicable.
Benefits of Migration to IS/IEC 62368:1
Unified Standard: Simplifies compliance by merging Audio/Video and IT standards, addressing the overlap between IS 13252 and IS 616.
Alignment with Global Standards: Harmonises Indian standards with IEC 62368, easing international trade and market access.
Support for Emerging Technologies: Ensures continued relevance for next-generation technologies such as AR, VR, and MR.
The MeitY has introduced a three-year transition period for existing licenses, following consultations with stakeholders and industry representatives.
Detailed migration guidelines for existing and new licensees are expected to be released soon.
The related authority link: Migration of IS 13252: Part 1: 2010 and IS 616:2017 to IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023.
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