The Bureau of Indian Standards recently published Guidelines for implementation of IS 16102 (Part 1):2026 Self-Ballasted LED Lamps . Refer to the corresponding clauses in the Guidelines on: Clause A – For existing licensees Clause B – For new applicants Clause C – for change in scope of licence Changes in IS 16102 (Part 1): 2026: – Rated input power of lamps has been covered up to 60W. – Test requirements for photo biological safety have been added. – LED lamps with non-removable rechargeable batteries have been covered. – Test requirements of abnormal operating conditions have been added. – Test requirements for ingress protection have been added. – New marking requirement added for lamps with bulbs not suitable for water contact. – New marking requirement for photo biological safety marking. – Test requirements for axial strength of Edison caps have been added. – Test requirements for fault conditions have been modified.