Wireless & smart · Approval guide
What approvals does a smartwatch need in India?
A smartwatch sold in India typically needs 3 approvals: BIS CRS, WPC ETA, EPR. Here’s what each one is - and why it applies.
01 · BIS · CRS
BIS CRS Registration
Wearable electronics fall under CRS. Mandatory registration for electronics, IT hardware and batteries under the Compulsory Registration Scheme - scoping to granted R-number.
How we handle BIS · CRS02 · WPC · ETA
WPC Wireless Approvals
Bluetooth radio needs type approval. Equipment Type Approval for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other wireless devices - usually the fastest approval.
How we handle WPC · ETA03 · CPCB · EPR
EPR Registration
E-waste producer obligations apply. Producer-responsibility registration with CPCB so your electronics clear e-waste rules at import.
How we handle CPCB · EPRAlongside the approvals, this category typically involves Safety and EMC/EMI testing at accredited labs - we coordinate that too.
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