BIS CRS Registration

Overview of BIS CRS Registration

In order to authorize the use of the Standard BIS Mark and a distinct R-number by manufacturers of certain items, the Bureau of Indian Standards developed the Compulsory Registration Scheme. This scheme is based on the manufacturer's self-declaration of conformity for goods. The Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulation of 2018 (System II, Schedule II) governs the conformity assessment system that is followed in the granting of the BIS CRS license and its management. Under the program, producers who are certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards CRS may use the mark as shown below on any one of their goods, packaging, or both.

Under the scheme, firms that are certified by the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme may use the mark as seen in the accompanying picture on their goods, packaging, or both. If size restrictions prevent the mark from being placed on the goods, it may, however, be displayed just on the package. If your product is registered under the Bureau of Indian Standards CRS, however, you will need to display the mark.

BIS CRS Registration Sample Certificate

What is BIS CRS Registration Scheme?

Compulsory Registration Scheme is referred to as CRS. In 2012, the Department of Electronics and Information Technology introduced this scheme. All electronic products that are listed as required by the Mandatory Product List for the Bureau of Indian Standards (CRS), including printers, RFID/smart card readers, Bluetooth speakers, headphones, earbuds, CCTV cameras, secondary cells, batteries, and other similar devices, must be registered with the Bureau of Indian Standards.

To sell their goods in Indian marketplaces, manufacturers, both domestic and foreign, must seek this CRS certification. As opposed to BIS/ISI certifications, BIS registration does not require a BIS officer to conduct a factory or laboratory inspection. It usually takes 20 to 25 working days to complete the BIS registration process.

The original term of a Bureau of Indian Standards registration is two years, after which it may be extended for an additional two to five years prior to its expiration date. For 76 electronic products, the Department of Electronics and Information Technology requires a mandatory certificate. Of these, 63 are added by the Ministry of Electronic and Information Technology (MEITY), 5 by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), and 8 by the Ministry of Heavy Industries' Division of Indian Electrical Equipment Industry (MHI).

Two additional chemical sector items have recently been added to the Bureau of Indian Standards Registration's Mandatory Product List (CRS). In the initial phase, MEITY registered 15 types of electronic items in the Company Registration Order (CRO). It later introduced five stages of more electrical items. Eight items relating to low voltage switchgear and control gear and five products relating to solar photovoltaic systems, devices, and components were added to the Bureau of Indian Standards CRS registration scheme by other departments.

Benefits of BIS CRS Registration

The benefits of the BIS registration include the following:

• A product is presumed to be very reliable and of high quality if it has a BIS registration number.
• BIS certification enhances the marketability and growth of your product by enhancing its reputation.
• Bureau of Indian Standards-certified products are long-lasting and function very well, they are real and reliable.
• Products with a  Bureau of Indian Standards registration is probably of higher quality and draw in more buyers.
• Once you get the BIS CRS certification; customers are aware that your products comply with the quality standards.

Products Covered Under BIS CRS Scheme

Fee Structure of BIS CRS Certificate  

Who Can Apply for BIS CRS Registration?

If manufacturers and factory owners are producing the specified commodities, they must apply for a license under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme. These things are announced by the central government in the official gazette. There are now 81 entries on this list, which may be categorized into five groups because they are from five separate Indian government ministries. Obtaining the Bureau of Indian Standards CRS registration is a must if your factory produces any of these goods. These five groups are listed in the following order:

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

Documents Required for BIS CRS Registration

When applying for a license under the mandatory registration system, a manufacturer must provide the following documentation:

• MOA & AOA
• Brand Authorization
• Affidavit as per Form Ill
• Applicant’s identity proof
• Brand Name Registration
• GST Registration Certificate
• An application under Form I
• An undertaking as per Form II
• Address proof of the applicant
• PAN Card of the Business Entity
• Third-Party Laboratory Test Report
• Registration details of the business: partnership, MSME, company, etc.

Registration Process of BIS CRS

The steps to obtain a CRS BIS registration certificate in India are as follows:

Step 1: Portal Registration:

Create your account on the BIS online portal for CRS registration.

Step 2: Application Preparation: 

Fill out and submit the online application.

Step 3: Sample Testing: 

Send in the samples to a Bureau of Indian Standards-approved lab for testing

Step 4: Test Report:

Submit the test report along with mandatory documents to the portal.

Step 5: Application Review:

Bureau of Indian Standards will examine your application in detail

Step 6: Granting of CRS Certificate:

The Bureau of Indian Standards will issue a certificate post-verification. 

Importance BIS CRS Registration

A specific level of quality should be met by all goods sold in India. So that consumers don't feel that they haven't received a sufficient return on investment, they should be safe to use and offer optimal value. Furthermore, the information technology tools that are offered should be of the greatest calibre, as India continues to move towards digitalization. Because of this, it is essential that all electronic products have a BIS CRS Registration certificate and be included in the Bureau of Indian Standards CRS list. The only way the product will be approved for sale by the government is in this manner.

Checklist for BIS CRS Registration

• Applications for Each Brand 
• Display of the BIS CRS Mark
• Test Report for separate products
• Location-based BIS CRS Registration

Why Choose Agile Regulatory?

Our experts at Agile Regulatory will complete the BIS CRS registration process in accordance with MeitY requirements and verify if the product qualifies for the CRS list. With years of experience, our team of professionals at Agile Regulatory can quickly choose the necessary product code and complete the application. We ensure that there won't be any obstacles in your way throughout the registration process. By adhering to the official government protocol, we are dedicated to completing the BIS CRS registration process on time.

• Assessment and Gap Analysis: Agile Regulatory assists the client's product and its intended market, identifying the specific Bureau of Indian Standards requirements and conducting a gap analysis to determine areas of non-compliance.
• Documentation Preparation: We assist in preparing and verifying the accuracy of all required documentation, ensuring that it meets the Bureau of Indian Standards rules, which is critical for a successful application.
• Product Testing and Quality Control: Agile Regulatory coordinates with the lab for product testing and helps establish quality control processes to meet Bureau of Indian Standards rules, ensuring the product complies with the required quality benchmarks.
• Compliance Strategy: Agile Regulatory helps to develop a strategic plan for achieving and maintaining BIS compliance, including ongoing surveillance and adherence to standards.
• Regulatory Updates and Changes: We keep our clients informed about any further changes or updates related to BIS standards and help clients adapt to new requirements.