STQC certification for CCTV, biometric devices, IoT and IT systems.
CCTV cameras need security testing at recognised labs such as STQC’s for BIS CRS, Aadhaar fingerprint and iris devices need STQC certification for UIDAI, and government buyers ask for STQC certificates on everything from cameras to websites. We pick the right scheme, prepare your technical file, coordinate testing at STQC labs and get you certified.
What STQC is, and when you need it
What It Is
The Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) Directorate is an attached office of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It tests, calibrates and certifies electronics, IT systems and software through labs across India.
When It’s Mandatory
CCTV cameras and recorders need STQC-type security testing for BIS CRS, and Aadhaar biometric devices must be STQC-certified for UIDAI. Government tenders often ask for STQC certificates too.
When It’s an Advantage
S-Mark safety, Common Criteria, IoT, software and ISO certification from a government body give buyers, operators and departments confidence in your product.
STQC certification: the key facts
| Issued by | Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) Directorate, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India |
| Mandatory for | Security testing of CCTV cameras and recorders under BIS CRS (from 9 April 2025); Aadhaar biometric devices (UIDAI) |
| Often required for | Government procurement of CCTV (IoTSCS PPO), Common Criteria for security products, GIGW website certification |
| Voluntary schemes | S-Mark product safety, IoT System Certification, software certification, ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 |
| Testing | STQC labs (ERTL, ETDC, IT centres) and STQC-empanelled labs across India |
| Fees | Per scheme schedule of charges, reviewed every financial year |
| Verify | STQC certificate verification and certified product lists on stqc.gov.in |
| Consultant | Bizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles STQC testing and certification for manufacturers, importers, software companies and government suppliers: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com |
STQC certification schemes: which one your product needs
Every STQC testing and certification scheme, what it covers and whether it’s mandatory, required by UIDAI or a tender, or voluntary. Search by product or service.
Showing all 25 STQC schemes and services
| No. | Scheme | Standard / Basis | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CCTV Security Testing (BIS CRS)IP / network CCTV cameras and DVR / NVR recorders sold in India | MeitY Essential Requirement for CCTV security + IS 13252 (Part 1) | MandatoryRequired to sell in India | |
| 2 | CCTV Certification for Public Procurement (IoTSCS PPO)CCTV cameras supplied to government buyers | STQC IoT System Certification Scheme | Govt procurementAsked for in tenders | |
| 3 | IoT System Certification (IoTSCS)Connected IoT devices and systems | STQC IoTSCS rules and procedures | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 4 | Biometric Authentication DevicesFingerprint scanners and iris devices for Aadhaar authentication (L0 / L1) | UIDAI specifications, STQC BDCS | UIDAI requirementNeeded for Aadhaar use | |
| 5 | Biometric Enrolment DevicesFingerprint and iris devices for Aadhaar enrolment | UIDAI specifications, STQC BDCS | UIDAI requirementNeeded for Aadhaar use | |
| 6 | Registered Device (RD) ServiceRD service software for biometric devices | UIDAI Registered Devices specification | UIDAI requirementNeeded for Aadhaar use | |
| 7 | Pre-Certified Hardware (PCH)Phones and tablets with integrated biometric hardware | STQC BDCS procedure P09 | UIDAI requirementNeeded for Aadhaar use | |
| 8 | QR Code Scanner DevicesQR scanners for offline Aadhaar authentication | STQC BDCS procedure P11 | UIDAI requirementNeeded for Aadhaar use | |
| 9 | Smart Card Testing & CertificationSmart cards and card operating systems | STQC smart card scheme | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 10 | NCMC CertificationNational Common Mobility Card products, readers and terminals | STQC NCMC scheme | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 11 | Toll Management System (TMS) CertificationElectronic toll collection products and systems | STQC TMS products certification scheme | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 12 | Trusted Electronics Value ChainElectronics supply chains and products | STQC TEVC certification scheme | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 13 | S-Mark Product SafetyElectronic products tested to IEC safety standards | IEC standards, ISO/IEC 17065 | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 14 | Common Criteria CertificationIT security products: firewalls, OS, network devices, HSMs | ISO/IEC 15408 (IC3S) | Govt procurementAsked for in tenders | |
| 15 | Website Quality CertificationGovernment and public-sector websites | GIGW 3.0 | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 16 | DBIM Compliance CertificationGovernment websites and digital assets | Digital Brand Identity Manual | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 17 | e-Procurement System Certificatione-Procurement and e-tendering platforms | GoI e-procurement guidelines | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 18 | Software CertificationSoftware products and applications | STQC software product certification | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 19 | NDHM / ABDM CertificationHealth software integrating with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission | ABDM requirements | Sector requirementAsked for by the system owner | |
| 20 | Software Testing & AssessmentFunctional, performance and quality testing of software | STQC IT services | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 21 | Information Security TestingApplication and network security testing and audits | STQC IT services | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 22 | ISO 27001 ISMS CertificationInformation security management systems | ISO/IEC 27001 | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 23 | ISO 9001 QMS CertificationQuality management systems | ISO 9001 | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 24 | Electronics TestingEMI/EMC, safety, environmental, reliability and solar PV testing | NABL-accredited STQC labs | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage | |
| 25 | CalibrationElectro-technical, non-electrical, medical and on-site calibration | NABL-accredited STQC labs | VoluntaryMarket and tender advantage |
“” isn’t in this list
It may need BIS, TEC or WPC instead, or it may be covered above under a different name. Tell us what it does and we’ll confirm.
Tell us what the product is and we’ll confirm which approvals it needs, free.
Sources: STQC Directorate scheme pages and circulars, MeitY CCTV notifications, checked on 1 November 2026.
Get your STQC certification quote and timeline
Tell us the product and why you need STQC: BIS CRS, UIDAI, a tender or buyer. A specialist confirms the scheme, lab, total cost and timeline, in writing.
- Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
- Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
- STQC, BIS, WPC and TEC togetherOne plan for every approval your product needs.
What STQC certification costs
Charges are reviewed by STQC every financial year. We quote the current fee for your scheme before you commit.
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STQC for CCTV: BIS CRS testing vs IoTSCS PPO
Most CCTV clients come to us for this. There are two separate tracks, and choosing the right one at the start saves months.
BIS CRS with Security ER
Needed to sell CCTV cameras and recorders in India. The model is tested against IS 13252 (Part 1) and MeitY’s Essential Requirement for CCTV security, and the report is uploaded for BIS registration. See BIS CRS.
IoTSCS PPO Certification
Needed when you supply CCTV to government buyers under the public procurement order. It adds validator involvement and STQC certification on top of testing.
Plan Both Together
Since STQC’s letter of 18 December 2025, you declare at CRS testing whether you’ll seek PPO. Filing both together avoids re-validation, extra tests and losing eligibility for tenders.
STQC updates you need to know
From STQC’s scheme pages and circulars.
CCTV security testing is mandatory From 9 Apr 2025
CCTV cameras and recorders registered under BIS CRS must meet MeitY’s Essential Requirement for security of CCTV, tested at recognised labs including STQC labs. Analog cameras were taken out of the security requirement by MeitY’s notification of 12 March 2025.
Declare PPO intent when CCTV testing starts STQC letter, 18 Dec 2025
STQC labs now take an undertaking at BIS CRS testing on whether you’ll also seek IoTSCS PPO certification for the same model. Validation is mandatory for PPO; deciding later can mean re-validation and extra tests.
Website certification under GIGW 3.0 Revised Nov 2025
Website Quality Certification now follows GIGW 3.0, with a revised procedure and fees from December 2024 and revised accessibility review requirements issued on 24 November 2025.
Biometric and QR scanner certification UIDAI L1 devices
Aadhaar authentication devices are certified at L0 or L1 security level under STQC’s Biometric Device Certification Scheme, which also covers RD service, pre-certified hardware and QR code scanners.
Your STQC certification in five steps
Each STQC scheme has its own rules, but most follow the same path. The steps below are for product certification.
Scheme & Scope Check
We confirm the right scheme, such as CCTV ER, IoTSCS, BDCS or S-Mark, the models in scope and any BIS, UIDAI or tender requirement behind it.
Day 1–2Application & Documents
The application, agreement, technical construction file, product series details and fees go to the STQC certification body.
Week 1Testing at STQC Labs
Samples are tested at an STQC or empanelled lab against the scheme’s requirements: security, functional, EMC, safety or environmental.
Week 2–8Evaluation & Audit
Reports are reviewed, by a validator where the scheme needs one, and the factory or supplier controls are assessed.
Week 6–10Certificate & Surveillance
The certificate is issued and the product appears in STQC’s certified list. Surveillance keeps it valid.
On approvalWhat you’ll need for STQC certification
From STQC’s scheme rules and schedules of charges.
Documents
- Application and agreementSTQC’s application for product certification and the certification agreement, signed by the applicant.
- Technical construction fileProduct description, design, hardware and firmware versions, block diagrams and user manual.
- Product series detailsThe models to be covered and how they differ, so a series can be certified together.
- Quality system evidenceISO 9001 or equivalent controls at the factory, and supplier support arrangements where the scheme asks for them.
- SamplesTest samples and any tools, software or access the lab needs.
| Example: Biometric Authentication Device | STQC Charge |
|---|---|
| Application / registration | ₹20,000 |
| Testing | ₹4,00,000 |
| Recertification testing | ₹2,00,000 |
| Evaluation & certification | ₹50,000 |
| Surveillance | ₹50,000 for 3 years |
Source: STQC BDCS Schedule of Charges (Issue 01). STQC reviews charges every financial year and each scheme has its own schedule, so we confirm the current fee in your quote. GST extra.
Electronics often need more than one approval
BIS CRS
CCTV, IT equipment, power adapters and many electronics need BIS registration alongside STQC testing. See BIS CRS.
WPC ETA
Wi-Fi CCTV, wireless biometric devices and IoT products with radios need WPC Equipment Type Approval. See WPC ETA.
TEC (MTCTE)
IoT gateways, trackers, routers and other telecom equipment need TEC certification. See TEC certification.
STQC certification for imported products
Same Rules Apply
Imported CCTV, biometric devices and IoT products face the same STQC and BIS requirements as Indian-made ones.
Indian Representative
Overseas brands usually work through an Indian representative or importer for BIS filing and an Indian applicant for STQC. We help set this up.
Ship After Approval
Get testing and certification done before stock reaches Indian ports, so goods aren’t held at customs or rejected by buyers.
STQC testing and certification across India
STQC has labs and centres in every region: ERTLs, ETDCs and IT centres in cities including Delhi, Mohali, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram. We coordinate with the right lab wherever you are, including:
Common STQC certification mistakes
Wrong CCTV Track
Doing BIS CRS testing first and PPO later can mean re-validation and repeat tests.
Analog vs IP Confusion
Analog CCTV cameras are outside the security ER; IP cameras and recorders aren’t. The test report must say which.
Firmware Changes
Changing firmware or hardware after testing can void the result and need fresh testing.
Incomplete TCF
A thin technical construction file is the most common reason labs stop and ask questions.
Series Not Defined
Models not grouped into a product series each need their own testing.
Old Fee Schedules
STQC revises charges every financial year, so budgets based on old schedules fall short.
Common questions about STQC certification
What is STQC certification?
Is STQC certification mandatory?
Do CCTV cameras need STQC certification?
What is the difference between CCTV CRO testing and IoTSCS PPO certification?
How do I get a biometric device certified for Aadhaar?
What is the STQC fee?
How long does STQC certification take?
What is the STQC S-Mark?
What is STQC website quality certification?
Can a foreign manufacturer get STQC certification?
Does STQC issue Common Criteria certificates?
Get your STQC certification on track
Tell us the product and why you need STQC. We’ll confirm the scheme, lab, any BIS, WPC or TEC needs, total cost and timeline in writing, free.