LED lighting products such as LED street lights, flood lights, emergency luminaires, and solar street lights are regulated in India to ensure electrical safety, durability, and performance. Compliance is mandatory for retail sales, GeM listings, and government tenders.
This guide explains BIS CRS certification, applicable standards, cost, testing requirements, and solar street light compliance, in a clear, decision-ready format.
What is BIS CRS Certification?
BIS CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) is administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Under CRS:
- Product testing in BIS-recognised labs is mandatory
- Each model must be registered before sale
- Certification is compulsory for manufacture, import, sale, GeM listing, and tenders
LED Products Covered Under Mandatory BIS CRS
Table 1: LED Luminaires Covered Under IS 10322 (Part 5)
| Sl. No. | LED Product Category | Applicable Indian Standard | CRS Mandatory From |
| 1 | LED Luminaires for Road & Street Lighting | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 3): 2012 | 23 May 2018 |
| 2 | LED Flood Lights | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 5): 2013 | 23 May 2018 |
| 3 | LED Hand Lamps | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 6): 2013 | 23 May 2018 |
| 4 | LED Lighting Chains | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 7): 2017 | 23 May 2018 |
| 5 | LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8): 2013 | 23 May 2018 |
Table 2: Other LED Products Covered Under BIS CRS
| Product Type | Indian Standard | International Alignment | CRS Mandatory From |
| Independent LED Modules for General Lighting | IS 16103 (Part 1): 2012 | IEC 62031: 2018 | 01 April 2021 |
| Independent LED Modules (Updated Edition) | IS 16103 (Part 1): 2025 | IEC 62031: 2018 | 01 April 2021 |
| Dimmers for LED Products | IS 60669-2-1: 2008 | IEC aligned | 01 October 2021 |
Is BIS CRS Mandatory for Retail, GeM & Tenders?
Table 3: CRS Applicability by Sales Channel
| Sales Channel | BIS CRS Required | Remarks |
| Retail / Distribution | ✅ Yes | Mandatory under BIS Act |
| GeM Portal | ✅ Yes | Non-CRS products rejected |
| Government Tenders | ✅ Yes | Basic eligibility |
| PSU / Municipal Projects | ✅ Yes | CRS + performance tests |
| Private EPC Projects | ⚠️ Usually | Often mandated in specs |
Solar Street Light & Solar Flood Light Compliance (Critical Clarity)
Is There a Separate BIS Standard for Solar Street Lights?
No. There is no separate BIS CRS category for solar street lights or solar flood lights.
Solar street lights are treated as systems, and each component is evaluated separately.
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Table 4: Component-Wise BIS Compliance for Solar Street Lights
| Component | BIS CRS Required | Applicable Standard / Rule |
| LED Street Light / Flood Light (DC) | ✅ Yes | IS 10322 (Part 5 – relevant section) |
| Battery (Purchased) | ❌ No (if pre-certified) | Battery manufacturer must be certified |
| Battery (Manufactured In-house) | ✅ Yes | As per battery standard |
| Solar Panel ≤ 50 Wp | ❌ Exempted | BIS exemption applicable |
| Solar Panel > 50 Wp | ⚠️ Depends | MNRE / ALMM / Tender conditions |
| Charge Controller / Driver | ⚠️ Project-specific | Evaluated in tenders |
BIS CRS Certification Cost (2 Years Validity)
Table 5: BIS Processing Fees (2 Years)
| Enterprise Category | BIS Fee | MSME Benefit |
| Large Enterprise | ₹50,000 | No discount |
| Small Enterprise (MSME) | ₹25,000 | 50% discount |
| Micro Enterprise (MSME) | ₹10,000 | 80% discount |
Table 6: BIS Application & Registration Charges
| Fee Component | Amount |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 |
| Annual Registration Fee | ₹1,000 per year |
| Total for 2 Years | ₹2,000 |
| GST | Extra, as applicable |
Table 7: Mandatory Product Testing Cost
| Testing Type | Laboratory Type | Approx. Cost |
| BIS CRS Safety Testing | BIS-recognised lab | ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 + GST |
Additional Testing Required in LED & Solar Street Light Tenders
Table 8: Tender-Driven Testing Requirements
| Test | Applicability | Lab Type | Cost Range | Typical Timeline |
| IP Rating (IP65 / IP66) | Outdoor LED & Solar Lights | NABL | ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 | ~2 days |
| LM-79 Photometric Test | Street / Flood Lights | NABL | ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 | ~1 day |
BIS CRS Certification Process
Table 9: Step-by-Step CRS Process
| Step No. | Activity |
| 1 | Manufacturer registration on BIS CRS portal |
| 2 | Identification of applicable Indian Standard |
| 3 | Product sample preparation |
| 4 | Testing at BIS-recognised laboratory |
| 5 | Upload of reports & documents |
| 6 | Fee payment |
| 7 | Grant of CRS registration number |
| 8 | BIS marking on product & packaging |
Tender Compliance Checklist (Quick View)
Table 10: Common Tender Evaluation Documents
| Document | Required |
| BIS CRS Certificate | ✅ Mandatory |
| IP Rating Report | ✅ For outdoor lights |
| LM-79 Test Report | ⚠️ Usually required |
| Battery Compliance Docs | ⚠️ For solar lights |
| Solar Panel Wattage Declaration | ✅ Important |
| Model Marking Photographs | ✅ Mandatory |
| MSME Certificate | ⚠️ If claiming benefit |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The LED luminaire used in a solar street light must be BIS CRS certified under the applicable section of IS 10322 (Part 5). The use of solar power or DC supply does not exempt the LED light from CRS.
No. BIS has not notified any separate CRS category for solar street lights or solar flood lights. Compliance is evaluated component-wise, not as a complete solar system.
Yes, up to a limit. Solar PV modules up to 50 Wp (50 Wh) are exempted from mandatory BIS certification. Panels above this threshold may be governed by MNRE / ALMM or tender-specific requirements.
Yes. BIS CRS applies to both AC and DC LED luminaires. DC operation (battery or solar-based) does not change CRS applicability.
No. LM-79 testing is not required for BIS CRS registration. However, it is commonly mandatory in government, PSU, municipal, and EPC tenders to verify photometric performance.
No. IP testing is not part of BIS CRS. However, IP65 / IP66 reports from NABL-accredited labs are almost always required in street light and solar street light tenders.
No. Selling, importing, supplying, or listing notified LED products without BIS CRS certification is illegal and can result in seizure, penalties, blacklisting, and tender rejection.
Yes. GeM requires valid BIS CRS certificates for all notified LED products. Non-CRS products are not approved for listing.
Only if permitted under BIS grouping rules. Variations in wattage, housing, driver, optics, or construction may require separate testing and registration.
Yes. Imported LED products are equally covered. The foreign manufacturer must obtain BIS CRS registration before import or sale in India.
The manufacturer. BIS CRS is issued in the name of the manufacturing entity, not the trader or distributor.
Depends. If the battery is purchased from a pre-certified manufacturer, no separate CRS is required by the integrator. If the battery is manufactured in-house, applicable battery certification becomes mandatory.
Two years, after which it must be renewed.
Yes. A valid BIS CRS certificate is nationally accepted across central, state, PSU, municipal, and GeM tenders.
No. BIS CRS rules apply uniformly across India, irrespective of manufacturing location.
Common reasons include test failure, incorrect product marking, mismatch in documents, and non-compliant samples.
No. Testing at a BIS-recognised or empanelled laboratory is compulsory.
