Electronic Products BIS Certification: Requirements and Procedure

Whenever we talk about electronic products, the first thing that comes to our mind is the quality of the product, durability, and safety. As per BIS guidelines under the compulsory registration scheme, it is mandatory to get a BIS certification for your electronic goods, whether you're a manufacturer or importer. In this blog post, we will walk you through the essentials of BIS certification for electronic products.

What is BIS Certification?

The Bureau of Indian Standards is the national body responsible for making a quality standard, certification of electronics item in India. Having BIS certification ensures that products is confirming the specified standards. BIS certification is mandatory under the Compulsory Registration Scheme For electronic products.

Why is BIS certification important for electronics gadgets?

• It shows that the product is of good quality.
• This lets you sell your products in India; without it, you can't.
• It helps you avoid fines, or getting banned from selling your products.
• You need BIS certification to legally sell electronic products in India.
• BIS certification often meets international standards, which makes it easier to sell abroad.

Types of Electronic Products Requiring BIS Certification

BIS certification is mandatory for a wide range of electronic products, including:

• Television sets

• Laptops, Tablets, and Notebooks

• Mobile Phones

• Microwave Ovens

• LED, LCD Monitors

• Electronic Video Games

• Printers and Plotters

• Power Adaptors for IT Equipment

• Electronic Clocks

• Amplifiers

• Automatic Data Processing Machine

• Music Systems

• Scanners

• Set Top Box

• Video Monitors

• Wireless Keyboard

• POS Terminals

• Power Banks

• Smart Card Reader

• LED Lights

• LED Modules

• Power Adapters

• LED Luminaires

• UPS, Inverters

• NiCad Batteries

• Li-ion Batteries

• CCTV Camera

• PV Module

• Induction Stove

• External Hard Disk

• Solid State Drive

• Rice Cooker

• Wireless Microphone

• Digital, Video Camera

• Web Cam

• Smart Speaker

• Bluetooth Speaker

• Bluetooth Headset, Earbuds

How do I obtain BIS certification for electronics products?

The process of obtaining this involves several steps:

1. Register on BIS portal: An applicant needs to register their company on BIS CRS online portal by submitting basic details.

2. Prepare an application and submit: The manufacturer or importer has to submit an application along with the mandatory documents. 

3. Sample Testing: The sample is being tested in BIS-approved laboratories to ensure it meets the relevant Indian standards. Lab will generate a test report after completion of testing.

4. Application review: BIS officials will review that application based on submitted documents and test reports.

5. Grant of License: A CRS certificate will be issued by BIS, which authorizes the use of R Number and BIS standard mark on the product.

Documents Required for BIS Certification

• Application Form
• Detail of technical persons
• Manufacturing Facility Details
• Test Reports from BIS-approved labs
• Proof of Address of principal business
• Technical Specifications of the Product
• A copy of business license of manufacturer
• Affidavit and Undertaking by the Manufacturer

Common Challenges in BIS Registration for Electronics

• Time-Consuming Process: This process can take 45-60 days, depending on the product and the availability of the testing labs.

• Application Cost: The cost of BIS CRS certification involves testing fees, application, annual licensing, processing, and inclusion fees.

• Technical issues: Ensure that products meet all the technical requirements set by BIS can be challenging, especially for applicants.

How does Agile Regulatory Assistance in BIS Certification for Electronic Products?

Being the top-most trusted consultant for BIS registration in India, Agile Regulatory assists their clients with offering them end-to end support in getting this certification process done. Our services start from verifying the product, whether BIS is mandatory or not, and its relevant standard.

Our expert advisors will guide you about the documentation process, applicable fee, sample testing procedure and fee, bis applicable cost and timeline. Once the project has been confirmed, one of our technical people will take over the assignment and will start working step by step as mentioned below:

• Documents Verification
• Create a Login credential
• Fill the mandatory details
• Prepare the application forms
• Connect with lab for testing formalities
• Submission of application along with test report
• BIS application fee payment
• Connect with officials for further updates