Announcement

HiFocus Electronics India Pvt Ltd, the Chennai‑based manufacturer of CCTV and AI surveillance solutions, disclosed that it has now crossed the milestone of having more than 70 camera models registered under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Compulsory Registration Scheme for Essential Requirements (ER) for Security. The registration is recorded under R‑61006165 in the name of HiFocus Electronics India Pvt Ltd.

Registration Timeline and Scope

The BIS ER registrations were obtained model‑by‑model in several batches spanning from February 2026 through October 2026. The most recent batch, granted in October 2026, added new entries to the company’s IP camera line‑up. Each model had to undergo individual testing, meaning the cumulative count reflects extensive product‑level validation rather than a single blanket approval.

Regulatory Alignment with STQC

Earlier, BIS ER registration (required for market sale) and STQC certification (required for government procurement under the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) policy) were separate tracks with overlapping security requirements. A 2026 circular issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) harmonised the two processes: the STQC testing directorate now issues a single security test report against the same Essential Requirements, and this report is accepted for both BIS registration and STQC procurement certification. Consequently, BIS ER has become the primary security benchmark for buyers, while Make‑in‑India value‑addition rules remain a distinct consideration.

Target Market and Product Portfolio

The certified portfolio includes a variety of resolutions and form factors—bullet, dome and turret IP cameras—designed for deployment in schools, hospitals, factories, warehouses, municipal projects and other public infrastructure. System integrators benefit from a single‑vendor solution that can cover an entire site without needing to mix brands to fill compliance gaps. All products are designed and assembled at HiFocus’s Chennai facility, which the company says enables close coordination of testing and rapid after‑sales support, a factor important during tender processes.

Management Commentary

"Every model on that register went through testing individually, so the number reflects a lot of work behind the scenes, not a single approval," said Deepith Jain, National Head of HiFocus. He added that customers now prefer to verify each model’s registration rather than rely on a brand’s general claim, indicating a healthy shift in industry expectations.

Verification Procedure for Buyers

The BIS registration database is publicly accessible. Buyers can verify HiFocus’s claim by visiting the official BIS CRS portal, confirming the R‑number (R‑61006165), and checking the list of models listed under “Models Complying with Essential Requirements for Security” along with their grant dates. The register may list the brand as both “HIFOCUS” and “HI‑FOCUS,” but both refer to the same manufacturer. Only the listed models are covered; unlisted products, even if bearing the brand name, do not automatically meet the security requirements.

Market Context

India’s surveillance market is evolving as cameras are increasingly treated as IT infrastructure rather than simple hardware. Buyers are demanding verifiable security credentials, prompting domestic manufacturers like HiFocus to push more models through formal testing. The achievement of crossing 70 registered models underscores this market shift toward security‑focused procurement.

About HiFocus

HiFocus is a Chennai‑based Indian manufacturer offering IP cameras, network video recorders, PTZ cameras, ANPR cameras and related networking products to businesses, institutions and infrastructure projects across the country. More information is available at hifocuscctv.com.

Media Contact

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