TV IS 18112:2022 Compliance Deadline Extended
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has extended the implementation timeline for compliance with IS 18112:2022 for Television Sets covered under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.
The compliance timeline, which was scheduled to come into effect on 26 July 2026, has now been extended to 26 January 2027.
The extension has been notified through Notification S.O. 4182(E) and provides additional time for stakeholders to align with the applicable requirements.
MeitY Extends Television Compliance Timeline
Under the earlier Notification S.O. 1929(E) dated 26 April 2023, Television Sets listed at Serial No. 64 in the Schedule to the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021 were required to comply with IS 18112:2022 from 26 July 2026.
MeitY has now extended this implementation date by six months.
Revised Implementation Date
| Particular | Earlier Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|
| IS 18112:2022 implementation for Television Sets | 26 July 2026 | 26 January 2027 |
What Does the Extension Cover?
The extension specifically relates to the implementation timeline for Television Sets under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.
The relevant product category is identified at Sl. No. 64 of the Schedule to the Order.
Applicable Standard
The extended timeline concerns compliance with:
IS 18112:2022
The implementation date has therefore moved from 26 July 2026 to 26 January 2027.
Key Points for Businesses
Businesses dealing with the affected television product category should take note of the revised implementation date.
1. New Compliance Date
The implementation timeline now extends up to 26 January 2027.
2. Television Sets Are Specifically Covered
The notification concerns Television Sets at Sl. No. 64 of the Schedule to the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.
3. IS 18112:2022 Remains Relevant
The extension changes the implementation timeline; it does not remove the reference to IS 18112:2022 for the covered product category.
Note for Industry Stakeholders
Note:
The notification provided states that the implementation date has been extended to 26 January 2027. Businesses should review the applicable regulatory requirements and use the extended timeline to prepare for compliance.
The communication also requests that officers under the relevant jurisdiction be sensitized regarding the revised implementation timeline.
Why Businesses Should Track the Revised Date
Regulatory implementation dates are important for businesses operating in regulated product categories. The revised timeline gives stakeholders additional time to review their compliance position in relation to the applicable requirements.
Businesses should therefore update their internal compliance calendars and monitor further communications from the relevant authorities.
Conclusion
MeitY has extended the implementation timeline for IS 18112:2022 compliance for Television Sets under the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021.
The deadline has been moved from 26 July 2026 to 26 January 2027 through Notification S.O. 4182(E).
For businesses covered by the relevant product category, the revised date should be incorporated into their regulatory compliance planning and monitoring processes.
Notification Reference:
Customs
Instruction No. 14/2026-Customs
07/08/2026