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Timeline for BIS CRS Certification in India

The timeline for BIS CRS certification is as follows:

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Day 1

Register on Portal

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7 Days

BIS Audit

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15 Day

Sample Testing

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22 Day

Test Report Review by BIS Officer

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30 Days

Grant of BIS Certificate

Understanding BIS CRS Certification

If you are a manufacturer of a product covered under the Compulsory Registration Order issued by the relevant government ministries, obtaining BIS CRS Certification in India is essential for both domestically produced and imported products to avoid legal issues and ensure consumer safety.

The Compulsory Registration Scheme BIS applies to a wide range of electronics and IT but also include IT equipment, chemicals, textiles, and renewable energy products, as notified by the concerned authorities.

A BIS CRS License is mandatory for manufacturers before entering the Indian market. Administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), it ensures product quality, safety, and reliability, protecting both businesses and consumers. At Corpfilings, we assist you from registering on the portal to obtaining a BIS CRS certificate.

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Who Can Apply for BIS CRS Certification?

The BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is mandatory for manufacturers and factory owners whose products fall under this scheme, as notified by the Government of India in the Official Gazette from time to time. Currently, there are approx. 74 product categories that are classified under five government ministries, which can apply for BIS CRS certification.

  • Textiles
  • Chemicals
  • IT and Electronics
  • Low-Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear
  • Solar Photovoltaic Systems, Equipment, and Parts

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What are the Benefits of BIS CRS Certification?

The list of benefits of BIS CRS certification is as follows:

  • Product with a BIS CRS registration certificate is safeguarded from the potential legal penalties and fines that could be imposed on products without such registration.
  • The BIS CRS Certificate proves that a product has been tested and verified according to the required standards, ensuring its quality and reliability.
  • BIS CRS License creates a sense of security and safety among the consumers, thus increasing confidence among the potential consumers.
  • It helps the product stand out in the market, giving it a competitive edge over others offering similar products.
  • BIS CRS Certification ensures easy market access as the product is tested and certified according to the prescribed standards.
  • BIS CRS Certification boosts the product's growth potential by enhancing its market reputation, as a BIS CRS-certified product is seen as high-quality and safe.

Why BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme is Important?

BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme is an essential requirement in India. Consumer electronic brands pinning their high hopes to access India’s big market are obliged to register and certify their goods under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme. Hey, business owner! Do you know it’s a legal requirement? Yes, it is. You won’t be able to sell any of the products covered by the regulation without securing a BIS CRS Certificate.

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Checklist for BIS CRS Registration Certificate

The checklist for the BIS CRS registration certificate is as follows:

Location-Based BIS CRS Registration

The first thing that an applicant for BIS CRS registration must keep in mind is to provide the locations of their factory, the scope of the products, and their purpose or use. The unique registration number provided as a result will only be used for the given specified location

Separate Application for Each Brand

It is important to note that each product has to apply for a separate BIS CRS certification unless the brand name is the same. As per the scheme, different brands are required to be registered separately.

Common Test Report

The scheme permits a common test report for multiple brands if the product and manufacturing location are the same. The report must include all brand names with their respective model numbers and have separate product labels for each brand to ensure clarity.

Testing in BIS Recognized Labs Only

As per the BIS scheme, products must be tested in a BIS-recognized laboratory to obtain BIS CRS certification. However, the testing duration depends on the laboratory's workload and the technical specifications of the product.

Display of BIS CRS Mark

After obtaining the BIS registration certificate, the applicant or the manufacturer must not forget to display the standard ISI mark along with the unique R-Number in the product or packaging or both. Moreover, for products with a display screen, the BIS also provides an e-labelling facility.

Documents Required for BIS CRS Registration

The list of documents required for BIS CRS registration is as follows:

Basic Documents for BIS CRS Registration

  • Certificate of Company Incorporation
  • MOA & AOA/LLP Agreement/Partnership Deed
  • MSME Certificate
  • Business License (if available)
  • Certificate from Directorate of Industries or Certificate from Industry Centre (Applicable only to Proprietorship)
  • Address proof of registered office
  • Factory address proof
  • A copy of an application form (Form I)
  • Undertaking according to Form II
  • Affidavit as per Form III
  • GST registration
  • PAN card of business entity
  • Letter of Authorization of the Authorized Signatory
  • A test report not older than 90 days from the date of application
  • A trademark registration certificate or copy of the trademark application for brand name confirmation
  • Authorization letter, in case the applicant is not the owner of the brand

In the case of Foreign Manufacturers

The Societies Registration Act of 1866 requests the list of following documents for NGO registration in India in the form of society:

  • A registration certificate of a branch or liaison issued by the ROC (if applicable)
  • In case the registered brand owner or user is in India, a nomination document establishing the same, along with the KYC document of the nominees, must be submitted.
  • In case the registered brand owner or user is not in India, a declaration regarding the same, along with the legal proof of the existence of the nominee entity

How to Get a BIS CRS Certificate?

The step-by-step guide to secure a BIS CRS Certificate-

Register on the BIS Portal

At first, the applicant needs to register in the BIS official portal either by himself or through an authorized Indian representative. This is the most important step, as it allows the manufacturer to initiate the online application process for obtaining CRS certification.

Obtain a Testing Request from BIS Approved Lab

After registering on the portal, the applicant must request a BIS-approved lab to test their product. They need to select a BIS-approved laboratory to proceed with the BIS CRS registration.

Submission of Sample of Testing

After generating the test request, the applicant will receive a QR code, which must be displayed and pasted on the product sample or package. The sample must then be submitted to the selected BIS-approved laboratory within 60 days.

Online Application for BIS CRS Certification

Next, the applicant must submit an online application for BIS CRS certification using Form I and upload all the required documents, including the test report, which must be no older than 90 days from the application date. To complete the process, the prescribed fees must be paid, after which an acknowledgement receipt will be sent to the applicant’s registered email ID.

Submission of hard copies of application & documents

After successfully submitting the online application, the applicant must send hard copies of the application form and supporting documents to the BIS office within 15 days. These documents include the BIS-approved test report, product specifications, and other relevant paperwork. If the hard copies are not received within the 15-day deadline, BIS may close the application.

Examination of BIS CRS Registration Application

At this stage, BIS officials review the hard copies of the application and thoroughly evaluate the submitted documents and information. They check whether the product meets BIS standards. Any queries related to the application will be raised online.

Grant of BIS CRS Registration Certificate

Once the application is approved and the results are satisfactory, BIS authorities will grant the BIS CRS Certificate. The applicant or manufacturer can then use the BIS mark on their product and legally sell it in the Indian market.

Testing Requirements for BIS CRS Certification

The list of testing requirements for BIS CRS certification is as follows:

  • A sample of the product according to the requirements of the Indian standard
  • CDF-CCL (Construction Data Format - Critical Component List)
  • Marking labels with mandatory requirements
  • PCB layout
  • Schematic Diagram
  • Product Technical Specification Sheet
  • Instruction for operating the product for the Lab Engineer
  • Product accessories to operate products at the Lab

Products Covered Under BIS CRS Registration

Some of the list of products covered under BIS CRS registration are as follows:

  • Amplifiers with Input Power 2000W and Above
  • Automatic Data Processing Machine
  • Electronic Clocks with Mains Power
  • Electronic Games (Video)
  • Electronic Musical Systems with Input Power 200W and Above
  • Laptop/Notebook/Tablet
  • Microwave Ovens
  • Optical Disc Players with Built-in Amplifiers of Input Power 200W and Above
  • Plasma/LCD/LED Televisions of Screen Size 32" and Above
  • Printers, Plotters
  • Scanners
  • Set Top Box
  • Telephone Answering Machines
  • Visual Display Units, Video Monitors of Screen Size 32" and Above
  • Wireless Keyboards
  • Cash Registers
  • Copying Machines/Duplicators
  • Passport Reader
  • Point of Sale Terminals
  • Mail Processing Machines/Postage Machines/Franking Machines
  • Power Banks for Use in Portable Applications
  • Smart Card Reader
  • Mobile Phones
  • Self-Ballasted LED Lamps for General Lighting Services
  • DC or AC Supplied Electronic Control Gear for LED Modules
  • Power Adaptors for Audio, Video & Similar Electronic Apparatus
  • Power Adaptors for IT Equipment
  • Fixed General Purpose LED Luminaires
  • UPS/Inverters of Rating ≤ 5KVA
  • Sealed Secondary Cells/Batteries Containing Alkaline or Other Non-Acid Electrolytes for Use in Portable Applications (Part 1 Nickel Systems & Part 2 Lithium Systems)
  • Indian Language Support for Mobile Phone Handsets
  • Recessed LED Luminaires
  • LED Luminaires for Road and Street Lighting
  • LED Flood Lights
  • LED Hand Lamps
  • LED Lighting Chains
  • LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting
  • UPS/Inverters of Rating ≤ 10kVA
  • Plasma/LCD/LED Television of Screen Size up to 32"
  • Visual Display Units, Video Monitors of Screen Size up to 32"
  • CCTV Cameras/CCTV Recorders
  • Adapters for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances
  • USB-driven Barcode Readers, Barcode Scanners, Iris Scanners, Optical Fingerprint Scanners
  • Smart Watches
  • Independent LED Modules for General Lighting
  • Lighting Chain (Rope Lights)
  • Keyboard
  • Induction Stove
  • Automatic Teller Cash Dispensing Machines
  • USB Type External Hard Disk Drive
  • Wireless Headphones and Earphones
  • USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices (above 256 GB capacity)
  • Electronic Musical System with Input Power Below 200 Watts
  • Standalone Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) with Output Voltage 48V (max)
  • Television Other Than Plasma/LCD/LED TVs
  • Rice Cooker
  • Wireless Microphone
  • Digital Camera
  • Video Camera
  • Webcam (Finished Product)
  • Smart Speakers (with and without Display)
  • Dimmers for LED Products
  • Bluetooth Speakers
  • Television Sets
  • Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (Si wafer based)
  • Thin-Film Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (a-Si, CiGs, and CdTe)
  • Power Inverters for Use in Photovoltaic Power System
  • Utility-Interconnected Photovoltaic Inverters
  • Storage Battery
  • Ortho Phosphoric Acid
  • Polyphosphoric Acid
  • Trimethyl Phosphite Technical Grade

Surveillance After Grant of BIS CRS License

Once a manufacturer obtains a BIS CRS license, they will be subject to periodic surveillance by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as outlined below:

  • BIS officials will monitor manufacturers holding a BIS CRS license.
  • Random product samples may be collected from the market, transportation hubs, or dispatch points for testing in third-party laboratories.
  • BIS officials may gather product feedback from buyers.
  • Any consumer complaints regarding BIS-certified products will be acknowledged and addressed by BIS.
  • Complaints must be resolved within 90 days, excluding the time required for third-party laboratory testing.
  • If a product fails to meet BIS standards, the Bureau of Indian Standards has the authority to cancel the BIS CRS license.

BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme Services by Corpfilings

Our seasoned experts at Corpfilings will help you with the BIS CRS License, ensuring no stress, only happiness and a timely grant of the BIS CRS Certification. Given below are the BIS Compulsory registration scheme services by Corpfilings-

  • Pre-registration Support
  • Product Category Identification
  • Standard/IS Specification Identification
  • Documentation Guidance
  • Sample Testing Coordination
  • BIS CRS Registration Process Support
  • Test Report Review and Submission
  • Affidavit and Undertaking Preparation
  • Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) Services
  • Technical and Compliance Support
  • Factory Audit Preparation
  • Certificate Renewal Support
  • Import Regulatory Support
  • Customs Clearance Assistance

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Corpfilings ensures a smooth BIS CRS certification process, so you can focus on expanding your business while we handle the rest.

  • Secured 1000+ BIS CRS Licenses Since 2018
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  • 100% Compliance with BIS CRS Regulations
  • Proper Coordination with BIS & Labs

FAQs on BIS CRS License

The validity of BIS CRS certification is for two years. However, the same can be renewed for up to five years.

Obtaining a BIS certification serves as a mark of quality and safety, giving manufacturers access to the Indian market while assuring consumers of the product’s reliability.

CRS stands for Compulsory Registration Scheme.

Electronic products covered under the BIS CRS scheme must obtain BIS CRS certification. Therefore, only those listed in the BIS scheme are required to comply with this mandate.

MEITY stands for Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology under the Government of India.

Yes, you need to take different BIS CRS certification for different brands, however a shared text report is permissible if the product and the manufacturing site are the same.

The BIS CRS certification is issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), India's national standards body, ensuring that products meet quality, safety, and reliability standards for sale in the Indian market.

The fee structure of the BIS CRS certificate is as follows:

  • Application fee for new BIS CRS license – INR 1000/-
  • Annual License Fee – INR 1000/-
  • Processing Fee with 1 test report – INR 50,000
  • Additional Test Report Submission – INR 20,000 per report
  • Renewal Fee – INR 50,000 for 2 years
  • Renewal Fee (more than 2 years duration) – INR 25,000 per year of addition
  • Inclusion fee – INR 30,000/-

A unique R-Number under the BIS CRS scheme is assigned to each product manufactured at a specific location for sale in the Indian market. This registration number is issued only to the manufacturer and not to importers.

Yes, separate registrations are required for different manufacturing locations under the BIS CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme). Manufacturers must apply separately for each location and submit a test report for products made at each site to sell in the Indian market.

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