Standardisation & National Lighting Code

Standardisation has been a cornerstone of ISLE's mission since its inception. Society members contribute as Principal Members on Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) committees — including TED 11, ETD 23, ETD 49, and NBC CED 46 Panel P12 — advancing national lighting standards for lamps, luminaires, automotive lighting, and building codes.

ISLE's landmark achievement was its instrumental role in drafting India's National Lighting Code in 2010, followed by a comprehensive revision completed in 2025 to reflect technological developments and evolving industry practices.

ISLE on BIS Committees

National Lighting Code — A Knowledge House

The revised NLC is conceived as a knowledge resource built on trust, honesty, and transparency — combining guidelines and handbooks from safety and good practice to best practice, integrating skill development, standards, R&D, and public education.

NLC Project Milestones

Read the full story in our article: ISLE – BIS Collaboration for National Lighting Code.