Plugs and Socket-Outlets and Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy
Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy
Strategic Recommendations for Prepayment Meters (IS 15884:2010)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Ensure BIS certification under IS 15884:2010, mandatory since 1st June 2022. Conduct compliance checks across all product ranges. - Engage with BIS & Recognized Labs
File BIS license applications and complete mandatory sample testing in BIS-approved laboratories. - Partner with Compliance Experts
Consult ERA Compliance Team for end-to-end support in certification, ISI marking, documentation, and BIS audits. - Contact ERA Support Team
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 15884:2010 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Class 1 and 2) – Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Plugs and Socket-Outlets and Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Quality Control) Order, 2021 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4353(E), dated 4 December 2019 (QCO 2019) Amended via S.O. 1517(E), dated 18 May 2020 Supersed ed by QCO 2021: S.O. 2166(E), dated 7 June 2021 |
| Final Enforcement Date | 1 June 2022 (for all enterprises) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, accuracy, and safety of AC static prepayment meters by mandating BIS certification and ISI marking under IS 15884:2010 |
| Products Covered | Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Class 1 and 2) |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured exclusively for export |
| Industries Impacted | - Power distribution utilities - Meter manufacturers - Smart grid & energy management companies - Electrical equipment suppliers |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 15884:2010; ISI marking mandatory; BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | - Apply for BIS license - Conduct mandatory product testing in BIS-recognized labs - Ensure ISI marking before sale/import - Declare export-specific stock separately |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under the BIS Act, 2016. BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority. Includes inspections, factory audits, and certification control |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant meters, cancellation of license, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years, or both |
| Conclusion | BIS certification under IS 15884:2010 is mandatory for all AC direct connected static prepayment meters. The 2021 QCO supersedes the earlier 2019 Order and its 2020 amendment |
| References / Annexures | - QCO 2019: S.O. 4353(E) [4 Dec 2019] - Amendment 2020: S.O. 1517(E) [18 May 2020] - QCO 2021: S.O. 2166(E) [7 June 2021] |
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Notification
Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Class 1 and 2) have been notified under the Plugs and Socket-Outlets and AC Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Quality Control) Order, 2021, issued via S.O. 2166(E) dated 7 June 2021 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016.
This supersedes the earlier QCO of 2019 (S.O. 4353(E)) and its 2020 amendment (S.O. 1517(E)), making compliance with IS 15884:2010 mandatory.
Enforcement Timeline
- Effective from 1 June 2022 for all enterprises (large, medium, small, and micro).
- Exemption: Products manufactured exclusively for export.
Overview
Static prepayment meters are widely used by electric utilities and power distribution companies to improve billing efficiency, reduce losses, and enable prepaid consumption models. Ensuring conformity to IS 15884:2010 guarantees safety, accuracy, reliability, and tamper-resistance of such meters.
Objective & Scope
The objective of IS 15884:2010 is to:
- Standardize accuracy (Class 1 and 2) requirements for prepayment meters.
- Define performance parameters including voltage, current, load profile, and billing reliability.
- Ensure consumer protection through accurate energy accounting and prevention of fraudulent practices.
Products Covered
- Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Class 1 and 2).
Exemptions Provided
- Meters meant exclusively for export.
Industries Impacted
- Meter manufacturers (domestic and multinational).
- Utilities and DISCOMs deploying prepaid metering systems.
- Smart grid solution providers integrating BIS-certified meters.
- Government-led energy efficiency and electrification programs.
Compliance Requirements
- BIS certification under IS 15884:2010 is compulsory.
- Products must bear the ISI mark on the meter and packaging.
- Certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
- File BIS license applications with supporting documentation.
- Get product samples tested in BIS-recognized laboratories.
- Ensure ISI mark on every product before market release.
- Maintain separate declarations for export-only stock.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
- Enforced under the BIS Act, 2016.
- BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority.
- Penalties include:
- Seizure of products
- Suspension or cancellation of license
- Monetary fines or imprisonment up to 2 years
Conclusion
From 1 June 2022, all alternating current direct connected static prepayment meters for active energy must comply with IS 15884:2010 and display the ISI mark. The 2021 QCO supersedes the earlier 2019 QCO and its 2020 amendment, ensuring standardization and accuracy in prepaid metering systems across India.
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