BIS Certification for
Drives for Vertically Moving Garage Doors for Residential Use
IS 302 (Part 1):2024 / IEC 60335-1:2020
BIS Certification for Drives for Vertically Moving Garage Doors for Residential Use, governed by the Bureau of Indian Standards, is mandatory for manufacturers and importers, as this license enables them to market their products in India. Issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the certificate confirms that Garage Door Drives meet the safety criteria as per IS 302 (Part 1):2024 / IEC 60335-1:2020, the Indian Standard on household and similar electrical appliances.
Garage door drives are widely used in residential and commercial buildings, warehouses, parking areas, and industrial sites that require automated garage doors. It should be noted that the use of electric motors, controllers, sensors, and mechanisms ensures the effective operation of drives. The BIS certification indicates that the equipment complies with all requirements for safety and quality testing in accordance with IS 302 (Part 1):2024.BIS certification confirms that the device meets all safety and quality criteria for testing in accordance with IS 302 (Part 1):2024. The issuance of a BIS license will benefit businesses and customers.
What are the BIS Testing Parameters for Garage Door Drives Under IS 302 (Part 1):2024?
Testing of Garage door drives under IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 / IEC 60335-1 involves rigorous safety parameters, including protection against electric shock, abnormal operation, moisture resistance, and insulation testing. The essential testing parameters include the following verifications:
- Obstruction Sensing (Auto-Reverse): Tests the drive's ability to automatically reverse direction when an obstruction is detected, preventing injury.
- Overload Protection: Ensures that the overload cut-offs in the drive trip when the motor becomes overloaded or when the door jams.
- Manual Release Feature: Ensures the mechanism for manually releasing the door from the drive is functioning properly.
- Limit Switches at the End of Travel: Ensure the motor shuts off when the door is fully open or closed.
- Dielectric Strength and Leakage Current Test: Tests the drive's insulation against electric shock by applying high-voltage stress.
- Ingress Protection (Moisture and Dust): Ensures the drive can withstand moisture and dust when installed in a garage.
- Remote Control EMC Test: Tests electromagnetic interference with remote controls.
What is the BIS Certification Process for Garage Door Drives in India?
However, before seeking BIS certification, one should be aware that the time frame depends on many other factors. While the process usually takes 35-50 days for Indian manufacturers, it usually takes around 4-6 months for foreign manufacturers. Follow the certification process below to obtain the ISI Mark on your products:
- ISI Mark Certification Process for Indian Manufacturers
- BIS FMCS Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers
What is the Cost of BIS Certification for a Garage Door Drive in India (2026)?
Below, you can go through the table for the BIS Certification cost of the Garage Door Drives:
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S No. |
Particular |
Amount (INR) |
Remarks |
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1. |
Application Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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2. |
Audit Fee |
7000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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3. |
License Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
|
4. |
Sample Testing Fee |
As Applicable |
To be paid directly to BIS (Testing charges vary by product and lab). |
|
5. |
Minimum Advance Marking Fee |
As per actual |
To be paid directly to BIS (Marking fee varies as per Indian Standard) |
|
6. |
Renewal Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
|
7. |
Inclusion Fee |
5000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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8. |
ERCS Pvt Ltd Service Fee |
Please contact info@elitasrcs.com |
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Why Choose ERCS as Your BIS Certification Consultant?
As ERCS – your consultant for Garage Door Drives, you are assured of compliance with some of the strictest safety regulations (for instance, IS 302 Part 1: 2024). It guarantees end-to-end assistance with BIS Certification and ISI Mark consultancy in India. ERCS, thus ensuring the avoidance of any customs problems, seizure of goods, and/or penalties arising out of non-compliance.
First-hand knowledge of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024. This standard is used for the safety of appliances. The time taken for the certification process under this standard would be about 30 days for Indian Manufacturers and 180 days for foreign Manufacturers. We carry out the entire certification process seamlessly.
- Full process management rather than just consultation: The documentation process, product testing, application submission, and interactions with BIS authorities are all managed by ERCS, so clients need not interact with multiple authorities simultaneously.
- Experience and services offered: ERCS Pvt Ltd is a consultancy company based in Noida, which was established in 2019.
- Support for foreign manufacturers: ERCS Pvt Ltd provides end-to-end compliance services for BIS and FMCS. Having extensive experience like this might come in handy if a client wishes to obtain certifications for different product lines.
- Foreign Manufacturer Services offered: ERCS Pvt Ltd also offers services of Authorised Indian Representative (AIR), FMCS, and FMCS support services to foreign manufacturers.
