BIS CRS Guidance 2026 for Wearable Glasses and Extended Reality Products

Introduction to the BIS CRS Guidance for Certain Products

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), through its Compulsory Registration Certification Department, has issued guidance regarding the classification of certain products under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.

The guidance specifically addresses wearable glasses and Extended Reality (XR) products, including Audio Glasses, Smart Glasses, AR Glasses and MR Glasses. It clarifies the appropriate product category, sub-category and product name under which manufacturers should submit their BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) applications.

This clarification is particularly relevant for manufacturers as well as businesses who are dealing with newer wearable and immersive technology products in the Indian market.

Key Changes You Should Know

BIS Clarifies Classification of Several Products

BIS has specified the appropriate classification for different types of wearable glasses based on their features and functionality.

Separate Classification for Extended Reality Products

BIS has also clarified the available sub-categories and product names for Extended Reality Products, including:

1. AR Glasses
2. Other AR Devices
3. VR Headset
4. MR Glasses
5. Other MR Devices

Manufacturers should select the appropriate category based on the actual nature as well as functionality of their product.

Separate BIS Licences for Each Product Name

One of the most important clarifications is that separate BIS licences will be granted for each product name that has been specified in the guidance. Therefore, businesses should carefully determine the correct product name before submitting their CRS application.

What is the Date of Implementation?

The date on which BIS issued the classified guidance is 13 August 2026. It is effective immediately.

Now, What to Do?

Manufacturers, importers, as well as businesses who are dealing with wearable or Extended Reality products in the Indian market should first evaluate the actual features and functionality of their products before applying for BIS CRS registration. Here is what businesses should consider:

• Identify whether the product is Audio Glasses, Smart Glasses, AR Glasses, MR Glasses or another XR device.
• Determine the correct product category and sub-category.
• Check whether the camera captures photographs only or both photographs and videos.
• Review the product's wireless, audio, display, and other functional features.
• Select the correct product name while submitting the BIS CRS application.
• Plan for separate BIS licences where different product names are involved.

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