the Bureau of Energy Efficiency the Bureau with the previous approval of the Central Government

REGD. No. D. L.-33004/99 The Gazette of India CG-DL-E-16072025-264697 EXTRAORDINARY PART III—Section 4 PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW DELHI, THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2025/ASHADHA 19, 1947 Bureau of Energy Efficiency New Delhi, 10 July, 2025. helpdesk@beeindia.gov.in 4541 GI/2025 (1) THE BUREAU OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 10 July, 2025. No. 5506/BEE/S&L/LP/2025-26.—In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (i) of sub-section (2) of section 58 read with clause (d) of section 14 of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001 (52 of 2001), the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (the Bureau) with the previous approval of the Central Government, proposes to make the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (Label Particulars) Regulations, 2025, the proposed draft Regulations are hereby published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, as required by sub-section (1) of section 58 of the said Act, for the information of all the persons likely to be affected thereby and inviting their suggestions and objections (if any); and the notice is hereby given that the said draft regulations shall be taken into consideration on or after the expiry of a period of thirty days from the date of their publication in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary; Objections or suggestions, if any, may be addressed to the Director General of Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Ministry of Power, 4th Floor, Sewa Bhawan, R.K. Puram, Sector-1, New Delhi-110066 through post and email at helpdesk@beeindia.gov.in; Objections or suggestions which may be received from any person with respect to the said draft regulations before the expiry of the period of thirty days specified in para 1 above shall be taken into consideration by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency. Draft Regulations 1. Short title and commencement.- (1) These regulations may be called the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (Label Particulars) Regulations, 2025. (2) These regulations shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette. 2. Definitions.- (1) In these regulations, unless the context otherwise requires,- (a) "Act" means the Energy Conservation Act, 2001(52 of 2001); (b) "Schedule" means the schedule annexed to these regulations; (2) Words and expressions used herein and not defined, but defined in the Act, shall have meanings respectively assigned to them in the Act. 3. Objective.- The objective of these regulations is to specify the essential particulars and information that must be displayed on labels. 4. Applicability.-These regulations shall be applicable to all appliances or equipment as specified under Schedule I annexed to Bureau of Energy Efficiency (Appliance Labelling) Regulations, 2025. 5. Label Particulars.- The design, colour, size, content and placement of label shall be as specified in the Schedule A annexed to these regulations. AKASH TRIPATHI, Director General [ADVT.-III/4/Exty./231/2025-26] Schedule A Particulars to be displayed on label and Manner of Display of Label The design, colour, size and content of label shall be as follows: 1. Frost Free Refrigerators & Direct Cool Refrigerators The design, colour, size and content of label shall be as follows: 2. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year ANNUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION XXX*units/yr Refrigerator Jan 2023 - Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Total Volume: xx (Ltr) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. 1unit = 1kWh Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 9.5 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 3.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self – adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 2. Stationary Storage Type Electric Water Heater i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year STANDING LOSS 0.636* kWh/24 hr Electric Water Heater Jan 2023 - Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Rated Capacity: xx (Ltr.) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 18 pt Text White Arial Black 26.736 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 3.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 3. a. Colour Televisions i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2025 Label Year ANNUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION 88* units/yr CTV Jan 2025-Dec 2027 [Brand] [Type] Screen Size: XX (cm) Model No: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. 1unit = 1kWh Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 9.5 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 2.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. b.Ultra High Definition Televisions i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year ANNUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION 88* units/yr UHD TV Jan 2023-Dec 2027 [Brand] [Type] Screen Size: XX (cm) Model No: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. 1unit = 1kWh Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 9.5 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 2.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self – adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 4. Washing Machine i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2024 Label Year ENERGY CONSUMPTION 0.11* kWh/kg/cycle Washing Machine Jan 2024-Dec 2026 [Brand] [Type] Load Capacity: xx (kg) Model No.: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 12.768 pt Text White Arial Black 28 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 3.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self – adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 5. a. Room Air Conditioners (Fixed Speed/ Variable Speed/ Cassette, Floor Standing Tower, Ceiling, Corner AC) i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2022 Label Year ENERGY EFFICIENCY ISEER 4.52* RAC July 2022-Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Cooling Capacity (100%): xx(W) Model No.: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 15 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label: The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. b. Light Commercial Air Conditioners i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year ENERGY EFFICIENCY ISEER 4.2* LCAC July 2023-June 2025 [Brand] [Type] Cooling Capacity (100%): xx(W) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iv. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 15 pt Text White Arial Black -24 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iv. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 6. Tubular Fluorescent Lamps i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year LUMINOUS EFFICACY 108* Im/W TFL July 2023-June 2026 [Brand] [Type] Rated Power: XX (W) Model No: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] *Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 9.5 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label: The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 7. Self-Ballasted LED Lamps i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year LUMINOUS FLUX 108* Im/W LED LAMP July 2023-June 2026 [Brand] [Type] Rated Power: xx (W) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Inner) 1.5pt Yellow Y:40 Star Outline Black K:30 4.335pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 19.79 pt Text White Arial 7.421 pt Text White Yellow Y: 27 Arial Black 11.05 pt Text White Arial Black 12.743 pt Text Black Black Text 4.395 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 1.973 pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 8. Chillers i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2024 Label Year ENERGY EFFICIENCY ISEER 7.9* Chiller Jan 2024-Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Cooling Capacity: xx (kW) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 15 pt Text White Arial Black -24 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label: The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 9. Deep Freezers i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2023 Label Year ANNUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION XXX* units/yr Deep Freezer Jan 2023 - Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Storage Volume: xx (Ltr) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. 1 unit = 1kWh Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 9.5 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 3.5pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self – adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 10. Distribution Transformers i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2017 Label Year Loading Losses* 50%-475 W 100% - 1650 W Distribution Transformer July 2017 - Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Capacity: xx (kVA) Model No.: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with IS 1180 (with all amendments). Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 15 pt Text White Arial Black 12.3 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 8.5 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable Placement of Label:The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. 11. Electric Ceiling Type Fans I Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2024 Label Year ENERGY EFFICIENCY Service Value 5.2* Ceiling Fan Jan 2024-Dec 2025 [Brand] [Type] Air Delivery: xx (Cu.m/min.) Model No.: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance being used. Service Value Air Delivery/Power Input Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India i. Colour Scheme Black Outline (Inner) 1.5pt Yellow Y:40 Star Outline Black K:30 4.335pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 19.7 pt Text White Arial 7.387 pt Text White Yellow Y: 27 Arial Black 11 pt Text White Arial Black 8 pt Text Black Black Text 4 pt (Arial Bold) White Text 1.668 pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable. Placement of Label: The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model 12. Solar PV Module a. For monofacial module: i. Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2026 Label Year EFFECTIVE EFFICIENCY XX%* PV Module Jan 2026 - Dec 2027 [Brand] [Type] Capacity: xx (W) Model No.: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with IS 14286. *Assumption for Annual Irradiation = 2100 kWh/m² Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 13.086 pt Text White Arial Black 30.324 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 9.683pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India i. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable. Placement of Label: Back side of module. B. For Bifacial module: i Dimension MORE STARS MORE SAVINGS 2026 Label Year EFFECTIVE EFFICIENCY XX%* PV Module Jan 2026-Dec 2027 [Brand] [Type] Capacity: XX (W) Model No: Label Unique ID: [Country of Origin] "Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with IS 14286. *Assumption for Annual Irradiation = 2100 kWh/m² Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii Colour Scheme Black Outline (Outer) 2.5pt Star Outline Black K:70 8.803pt Text Black (Arial) Helvetica LT Condensed Black 40pt Text White Black 15pt Text White Arial Black 13.086 pt Text White Arial Black 30.324 pt Text Black Yellow Y: 27 Black Text 9.683pt (Arial Bold) White Text 4pt (Arial Bold) Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable. Placement of Label: on the width of Pannel 13. Grid connected Solar Inverter i. Dimension ENDORSEMENT LABEL RECOMMENDED 2026 Label Year OVERALL EFFICIENCY XX%* Solar Inverter Jan 2026-Dec 2027 [Brand] [Type] Rated Capacity (kW): Model No: Label Unique ID : [Country of Origin] *Under test conditions, when tested in accordance with relevant standards and given procedures in schedule Issued by Bureau of Energy Efficiency www.beeindia.gov.in Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India ii Colour Scheme Outline 1.5 pt Red Yellow: 49 Yellow: 27 Helvetica LT Condensed Black 14.515pt Text White Black 11.217pt Text White Arial Black 8 pt Text White Outline 1 pt Bureau of Energy Efficiency Ministry of Power, Government of India iii. Label Material: The label shall be of self - adhesive material. The markings required by the schedule shall be legible, indelible and durable. Placement of Label: The label shall be firmly affixed at the front side of each appliance and should be easily visible and the permittee shall ensure that the label appears on every registered unit or model at point of sale and the label shall also be printed or pasted on the packaging box of the unit or model. Uploaded by Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054. GORAKHA NATH YADAVA Digitally signed by GORAKHA NATH YADAVA Date: 2025.07.16 14:10:11 +05'30'