Overview of BEE Registration (Star Ratings)
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) is an agency established under the MINISTRY OF POWER, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA.
The objective of BEE India is energy and cost saving. The Government has made it compulsory for some notified items to have star ratings and labels which specify the energy saving performance of the product and help the customers in making the perfect selection before purchasing such a product. On 1st March 2002, The Government of India accomplished the innovative initiative to conserve energy under the provision of the Energy Conservative Act, 2001 by establishing the BUREAU OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY (BEE).
Why does a product require a BEE (Star Rating) Certificate?
BEE certification is provided by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) of India to the manufacturers of electrical and electronic products. It does so in the form of rating the energy efficiency of appliances and then giving them the BEE energy rating in the Bureau of Energy Efficiency certification.
Performance Indication
A BEE (Star rating) certificate is required to show the product’s level of performance and electricity usage.
Energy Savings
It indicates product efficiency in terms of electricity consumption. Higher star rating means higher energy saving.
Consumer Awareness
BEE raises awareness and knowledge of energy efficiency, conservation and shares information about it.
Industry Reputation
It secures the manufacturer’s or industry’s reputation for adhering to the applicable energy requirements.
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) purpose is to “institutionalize” energy efficiency services, enable delivery methods across the country, and lead energy efficiency in all industries in India. Its primary objective is to reduce energy intensity in the economy.
Mandatory Product List for BEE Registration (Star Ratings)
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) Registration is mandatory for a wide range of electrical appliances and equipment covered under the Standards & Labelling (S&L) Programme.
Explore BEE Registration Mandatory Products List to check what products covered.
BEE Certification Process
The following steps are involved in securing a BEE Star Rating Label for your appliance:
Product Testing
Submit the product sample(s) to a NABL accredited lab along with required technical details for Testing and get the test report.
Brand Registration (Portal)
Prepare the required documents and register the Brand on the BEE portal along with online remittance of the fee.
Physical Submission
Submit the hard copy of the application along with supportive documents duly signed by the Authorized Signatory. If the BEE department requests clarification, furnish the same.
Initial Scrutiny
Scrutiny of the documents will be done by BEE officials to ensure that documents submitted are in the specified order.
Login Credentials
Once BEE verifies the application, they grant the Login Credential and activate the link for individual model registration.
Model Registration
A valid Test report is needed to submit the model registration (required for each distinct model).
Model Payment & Submission
Make an online payment to BEE for the model registration fee. Submit a hard copy of the application along with all required documents duly signed.
Final Verification
Final scrutiny of the model documents will be done by BEE officials to ensure they are properly filled and compliant.
Label Approval
When BEE is satisfied with the submitted documents, it approves the application and grants the permission to affix the Star Rating label.
Required Documents for BEE Registration
The documentation is divided into three distinct phases:
1. Required by Testing Lab
- • Sample(s) details along with Manufacturing unit legal address.
- • Copy of factory license (In English as well as in original language) describing the relevant product scope.
- • Copy of BIS License with validity date and indicating List of all models.
2. For Brand Registration (BEE)
- • Covering letter in the prescribed format.
- • Copy of payment receipt.
- • Print out of online Brand registration form.
- • Copy of Brand / Trade Mark Certificate.
- • MSME certificate (for Indian OEM only).
- • ISO 9001 Quality Management certificate.
- • Authorized signatory letter.
- • BIS License showing applied models.
3. For Model Registration (BEE)
- • Documents / technical details required by BEE for model registration.
- • Covering letter in the prescribed format.
- • Copy of online model registration payment receipt (each model).
- • Print out of mandatory form and its Annexure form.
- • Copy of test report and specimen of BEE label.
- • Copy of valid ISO 9001 Quality Management certificate (OEM).
- • Scope of lab accreditation.
Costing, Timeline & Validity
Timeline Duration
Brand Registration: 20 to 30 Working Days
Model Registration: 20 to 25 Working Days
Validity and Renewal
BEE Registration is valid for 3 years from the date of grant by BEE and can be renewed subsequently.
Testing Sample Return Policy
The tested samples have to be collected back within 15 days from the date of issue of the test report. After 15 days, the lab reserves the right to destroy the sample as per its policy, and no claim will be entertained afterwards. Further, the sample may be partially or fully damaged during testing. The Lab or ERCS Private Limited will not entertain any claim regarding this damage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
b) Establish systems to measure and monitor energy efficiency improvements.
c) Leverage multi-lateral and private sector support.
d) Coordinate policies and programs with stakeholders.
