Automatic Data Processing Machines (ADPM) require two separate mandatory registrations to be sold in India: BIS CRS Registration under IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 (valid until 1 November 2028) or the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard, administered by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY); and EPR Authorisation for E-Waste under the applicable ITEW category, administered by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC). ADPMs are devices that gather, handle, and store data automatically, including data-reading devices, data processing tools, and data-coding conversion devices, which may also be assembled into multi-component integrated systems. Both registrations are mandatory under Indian law before manufacture, import, sale, or distribution. Foreign manufacturers without a liaison office in India must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR). Non-compliance exposes manufacturers and importers to penalties under the BIS Act, 2016, and the E-Waste (Management) Rules.
Automatic Data Processing Machines sit at the foundation of India's digital economy — gathering, processing, and storing data automatically across countless integrated computing systems. Because of their electrical nature and their inevitable end-of-life electronic waste footprint, ADPMs are subject to two distinct and equally mandatory layers of Indian regulation: product safety certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards, and environmental responsibility registration under India's e-waste rules.
For manufacturers and importers, understanding both requirements — and how they run alongside each other — is essential before any ADPM reaches the Indian market. This guide covers what qualifies as an ADPM, the applicable BIS standards and their respective validity windows, the EPR e-waste obligation, the complete document set, and the step-by-step registration path for both domestic and foreign manufacturers.
📑 Quick Navigation
- What Is an Automatic Data Processing Machine (ADPM)?
- Why Dual Registration Is Mandatory for ADPM
- BIS CRS Registration: IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
- EPR Authorisation for E-Waste
- 4 Pillars of BIS Registration
- Domestic vs Foreign Manufacturer: Process Compared
- Document Checklist for BIS Registration
- 7-Step Registration Process
- Consequences of Non-Compliance
- How Rego Services Supports Your Registration
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is an Automatic Data Processing Machine (ADPM)?
An Automatic Data Processing Machine gathers, handles, and stores data on its own. This category includes devices for reading data in magnetic or optical formats, data processing tools, and devices for converting data into coded formats. These automated data processing devices may be assembled into multi-component integrated systems, reducing errors by enabling automatic information acquisition and the quick, effective management of massive amounts of data.
Because ADPM devices are frequently assembled into larger multi-component integrated systems, the category spans a wide range of physical configurations — from standalone data-reading units to complex assemblies combining several ADPM functions into a single integrated data-management system.
Why Dual Registration Is Mandatory for ADPM
These devices require a mandatory BIS CRS registration under IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 (valid till 1 November 2028) or the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard, along with an EPR certification for electronics, for smoothly entering the Indian market. Both registrations exist for fundamentally different reasons — one addresses product safety, the other addresses environmental responsibility — and a manufacturer or importer cannot bring an ADPM into India's commercial market with only one of the two in place.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product name | Automatic Data Processing Machine (ADPM) |
| Applicable certification | BIS CRS Registration, EPR Certification for Electronics |
| Applicable Indian Standard | IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 (valid till 1 Nov 2028), IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 (updated IS), ITEW2 |
| Compliance requirement | Mandatory |
| Certificate issued by | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY); Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) |
Businesses that conform to BIS registration for ADPM gain an enhanced edge in the Indian economy, and consumers can access safe and reliable products that have been registered with the BIS. Several parameters, such as safety and quality, are ensured by the manufacturers and importers of these devices.
Under India's E-Waste Management Rules, ADPMs are classified as electronic products requiring EPR Authorisation. Manufacturers, importers, and brand owners must ensure these products are properly collected, recycled, and safely disposed of once they reach the end of their life, reducing electronic waste and supporting environmental sustainability.
Conforming to the specified Indian Standard and obtaining a BIS CRS certificate for an ADPM to sell in India is a necessary requirement. Operating without it, or without the corresponding EPR Authorisation, exposes manufacturers and importers to legal and commercial risk.
BIS CRS Registration is administered under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, while EPR Authorisation falls under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change — meaning a complete ADPM compliance strategy must account for two separate regulatory authorities with two separate processes.
BIS CRS Registration: IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
The BIS CRS registration for Automatic Data Processing Machines is an integral compliance requirement for the Indian market. Businesses that conform to market regulations like BIS registration for ADPM gain an enhanced edge in the Indian economy, while consumers gain access to safe and reliable products that have been registered with the BIS.
The original applicable Indian Standard for ADPM, covering general safety requirements for information technology equipment. This standard remains valid for BIS CRS registration purposes until 1 November 2028, after which products must transition to the updated standard.
The updated Indian Standard now applicable to ADPM, aligned with the international IEC 62368-1 audio/video, information, and communication technology equipment safety standard. Manufacturers should confirm with a BIS consultant which standard applies to their specific testing and registration timeline.
ADPM products are also referenced under the ITEW (Information Technology and Electronic Waste) classification framework, which links the BIS product category to the corresponding e-waste category used for EPR compliance purposes.
Because IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 has a defined validity window until 1 November 2028, manufacturers planning longer-term India market strategies should factor the transition to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 into their product compliance roadmap well in advance of that date.
EPR Authorisation for E-Waste
Under India's E-Waste (Management) Rules, ADPMs are classified as electronic products that require EPR Authorisation under varying ITEW categories — depending on the specific ADPM product type — from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Manufacturers, importers, and brand owners must ensure that these products are properly collected, recycled, and safely disposed of once they reach the end of their life.
This obligation exists to reduce electronic waste and support environmental sustainability. For businesses planning to import or sell ADPM products, EPR Registration under the applicable EEE (Electrical and Electronic Equipment) category is a mandatory compliance requirement in the Indian market — running entirely alongside, and independently of, BIS CRS registration.
BIS CRS Registration for Laptops, Notebooks & Tablets in India 2026
Laptops, notebooks, and tablets are closely related IT equipment categories that share much of the same IS 13252 (Part 1) regulatory lineage as ADPM. See our companion guide to BIS CRS Registration for Laptops, Notebooks & Tablets for a comparison of the AIR requirement and registration process across these related product categories.
4 Pillars of BIS Registration for ADPM
A BIS Registration Certificate is granted to a specific manufacturer of a specific product, manufactured at a specific site, under a specific brand. If any of these four factors changes, a fresh BIS application is required.
The BIS licence is granted only to the actual manufacturer. Importers, traders, and retailers cannot hold the licence in their own name, though they may act as the manufacturer's representative in India.
The licence is granted for a particular manufacturing site address. If the manufacturer has multiple sites producing the same device, a separate licence is required for each site.
A manufacturer producing more than one ADPM product category must apply for a separate licence application for each distinct category, though similar models within a category can often be grouped under one licence.
A separate BIS Registration Number is required for every brand or trademark under which the ADPM is sold — even if the underlying hardware and manufacturing site are identical.
Domestic vs Foreign Manufacturer: Process Compared
The core BIS CRS registration process — online application, laboratory testing, and BIS verification — is largely the same for domestic and foreign manufacturers. The key difference lies in local representation: foreign manufacturers without a liaison office in India must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative before the process can begin.
- Submit online application directly via the BIS Portal
- No AIR requirement — manufacturer applies directly
- Factory address is the Indian manufacturing site
- Product samples tested at a BIS-approved laboratory
- Hardcopy application submitted with test results
- EPR Authorisation applied for directly with CPCB
- BIS officials verify the report and documentation
- Must appoint an AIR if no liaison office exists in India
- AIR manages BIS application and liaison in India
- Factory address is the overseas manufacturing site
- Product samples tested at a BIS-approved laboratory
- Hardcopy application submitted with test results and AIR documents
- EPR Authorisation applied for through importer or AIR in India
- BIS officials verify the report and full documentation
Document Checklist for BIS CRS Registration of ADPM
The document set required for BIS CRS registration of ADPM spans technical product documentation, facility and quality records, and brand ownership documents. Preparing this set accurately and completely before submission is the most effective way to avoid review delays.
- PCB layout — The printed circuit board layout for the ADPM's internal electronics, supporting BIS's technical review of the device's construction.
- Schematic diagram — A complete schematic diagram of the device's electrical design, including its data processing, reading, or coding circuitry as relevant to the specific ADPM configuration.
- User manual — The end-user manual detailing the device's features, rated parameters, and safe use guidance.
- Critical Component List (CCL) — A list of the critical components used in the device's construction, supporting BIS's technical evaluation of the product.
- Legal address proof of factory — A copy of the manufacturing licence or equivalent legal address proof confirming the registered status of the manufacturing facility.
- ISO 9001 certificate — The manufacturer's current ISO 9001 quality management system certificate, demonstrating the quality framework underpinning consistent production.
- Trademark registration copy — A copy of the brand name registration certificate under which the ADPM is marketed in India.
- Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) documents — For foreign manufacturers without a liaison office in India, the appointment documents establishing the AIR's authority to act on the manufacturer's behalf.
7-Step Registration Process for ADPM
Obtaining BIS CRS registration for ADPM follows a structured path from local representation (where applicable) through online application, laboratory testing, and final BIS verification. EPR Authorisation should be pursued alongside, rather than after, the BIS process to avoid extending the overall market-entry timeline.
Verify that the product falls within the ADPM category and confirm whether IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 or the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 applies to your specific configuration and testing timeline.
Foreign manufacturers without a liaison office in India must appoint a local representative empowered to act on the manufacturer's behalf throughout the BIS registration and ongoing compliance process.
Manufacturers submit an online application in the BIS Portal, providing accurate product, brand, and manufacturer details consistent with all supporting documentation to be submitted later in the process.
Product samples are tested in a BIS-approved laboratory against the applicable IS standard's safety parameters relevant to the ADPM's specific function and design.
Simultaneously apply for EPR Authorisation with the Central Pollution Control Board under the applicable ITEW e-waste category for the ADPM product type, since this is equally mandatory before market launch.
Submit an online or offline hardcopy of the BIS application together with the sample test results and the complete supporting document set required for the registration record.
BIS officials verify the submitted test report and documentation for compliance with the applicable standard. Upon successful verification, BIS grants the CRS registration certificate, authorising the ADPM's manufacture, import, sale, or distribution in India.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Manufacturing, importing, or selling ADPM products in India without valid BIS CRS registration — or without the required EPR Authorisation — carries real legal and commercial exposure under two separate regulatory regimes.
ADPM consignments without valid BIS CRS registration are liable to be refused clearance at Indian ports and airports, resulting in held goods, demurrage costs, and disruption to supply commitments.
BIS and enforcement authorities can seize non-compliant ADPM products found in the market — whether at the border, in a warehouse, or in the retail channel — representing a direct financial loss.
The BIS Act, 2016 prescribes monetary penalties for manufacturing, importing, or selling ADPM products without the required BIS registration, with penalties escalating for repeat or wilful violations.
Separately, failure to secure EPR Authorisation exposes manufacturers, importers, and brand owners to penalties under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, administered by the CPCB under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
How Rego Services Supports Your BIS CRS & EPR Registration for ADPM
Dual registration for ADPM — BIS CRS and EPR Authorisation — involves coordinating laboratory testing under the applicable IS standard, preparing a precise technical document set, managing the parallel EPR application with the CPCB, and — for foreign manufacturers — appointing and managing the Authorised Indian Representative relationship. Rego Services Private Limited manages this entire journey on behalf of manufacturers and importers, ensuring the process is structured, efficient, and free of avoidable delay.
- Standard selection guidance — We help you determine whether IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 or the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 is the appropriate standard for your specific ADPM configuration and timeline.
- Pre-registration compliance review — We review your ADPM's specifications against the applicable IS standard before testing begins, identifying potential compliance gaps so they can be addressed early.
- Laboratory testing coordination — We coordinate sample submission and testing with BIS-recognised laboratories, managing communication and turnaround tracking to keep your registration timeline on schedule.
- Parallel EPR Authorisation management — We manage the EPR Authorisation application with the CPCB under the applicable ITEW e-waste category alongside your BIS registration, so both approvals progress without unnecessary sequencing delays.
- Documentation preparation and review — We compile and review the complete document set — PCB layout, schematic diagram, user manual, CCL, address proof, ISO 9001 certificate, and trademark records — ensuring full consistency with the application.
- Application submission and regulatory liaison — We complete and submit the BIS CRS registration application and liaise directly with BIS regulatory authorities throughout the review and approval process on your behalf.
- Authorised Indian Representative services — For manufacturers based outside India without a liaison office, we provide or coordinate AIR appointment services to satisfy BIS's mandatory local representation requirement.
- Query and deficiency response — We respond to any clarification requests or deficiency notices from BIS or CPCB during the review process, drawing on experience with IT equipment and electronics registrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an ADPM manufacturer continue using IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 after the 1 November 2028 deadline?
IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 is valid for BIS CRS registration purposes until 1 November 2028. Manufacturers planning longer-term product cycles should plan their transition to the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard well ahead of that date, since registrations relying solely on the older standard cannot be assumed to remain valid indefinitely beyond it. Confirm the precise transition requirements and timeline with a BIS consultant as your product roadmap approaches this date.
Does every type of ADPM require the same ITEW category for EPR registration?
No. The applicable ITEW category for EPR Authorisation depends on the specific ADPM product type — data reading devices, data processing tools, and data coding conversion devices may fall under different ITEW classifications. Confirm the correct category for your specific product with a BIS/EPR consultant before submitting your EPR application to the CPCB.
If I already hold BIS CRS registration for an ADPM, do I still need EPR Authorisation separately?
Yes. BIS CRS registration and EPR Authorisation are two entirely separate compliance obligations administered by two different government bodies — MeitY for BIS and MoEF&CC/CPCB for EPR. Holding one does not satisfy the requirement for the other, and both must be in place before the ADPM can be legally sold or imported into India.
Can multiple ADPM models be grouped under a single BIS licence?
Yes, in many cases. Where multiple ADPM models share a sufficiently similar underlying design and circuit architecture, they can often be grouped as lead and variant models under a single BIS licence number, reducing testing cost and registration time. This grouping strategy should be confirmed with a BIS consultant before testing begins to ensure BIS will accept the proposed grouping.
✓ Key Takeaways
- ADPM requires two separate mandatory registrations — BIS CRS Registration and EPR Authorisation for E-Waste — administered by two different government bodies
- The applicable BIS standard is IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 (valid until 1 November 2028) or the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
- An ADPM gathers, handles, and stores data automatically — covering data reading, data processing, and data coding conversion devices, which may be assembled into multi-component integrated systems
- EPR Authorisation falls under the applicable ITEW category from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- BIS registration rests on 4 pillars — manufacturer, manufacturing address, product category, and brand/trademark
- Foreign manufacturers without a liaison office in India must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR)
- Both registrations should be pursued in parallel rather than sequentially to avoid extending the overall market-entry timeline
- Non-compliance carries customs refusal, seizure, and monetary penalties under both the BIS Act, 2016 and the E-Waste (Management) Rules
Your Next Step
BIS CRS and EPR registration for Automatic Data Processing Machines is a dual-track process spanning two government ministries — but with the right regulatory partner managing both tracks in parallel, the path from product to full compliance is clear, well-structured, and free of the avoidable delays that compress market entry windows.
Rego Services' regulatory team brings the expertise to manage every step of your ADPM compliance journey — from standard selection and pre-registration review through laboratory testing coordination, parallel EPR Authorisation management, documentation, and application submission — ensuring you reach full compliance efficiently and with confidence.
Contact Rego Services today to begin your BIS CRS and EPR registration for Automatic Data Processing Machines and build a clear, compliant path to the Indian market.