BIS CRS Registration

Overview of BIS CRS Registration

The BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is a product certification program introduced by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in 2012. It is specifically designed for electronic and IT products covered under Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Before these products can be manufactured, imported, or sold in India, manufacturers must obtain BIS CRS Registration.

Unlike other BIS certification schemes, CRS does not require a physical factory audit. Instead, certification is granted based on successful product testing at a BIS-recognized laboratory and the manufacturer's self-declaration of conformity.

Among all BIS certification schemes, CRS is the only one that eliminates the requirement for a factory inspection, making the registration process faster while still ensuring product safety and compliance through accredited laboratory testing and document verification.

BIS CRS Registration Sample Certificate

What Is BIS CRS?

BIS CRS, short for the Compulsory Registration Scheme, is the certification pathway that applies to electronics and IT products notified under a Quality Control Order. Instead of a factory inspection, manufacturers test their product at a BIS-recognised laboratory and self-declare conformity to the applicable Indian Standard. Once BIS reviews the application and test report, it issues a registration certificate, and the manufacturer can affix the Standard Mark with a unique registration number. This applies to laptops, mobile phones, LED products, power banks, and dozens of similar categories sold in India.

How to Get It?

Getting CRS certification follows a fairly linear sequence, and most delays trace back to one of two things an incomplete document set or a test report that doesn't match the exact model being registered.

1. Identify the applicable Indian Standard for the product, since testing and the entire application depend on this.

2. Register on the BIS CRS portal using valid business credentials.

3. Get the product tested at a BIS-recognised laboratory against the relevant standard.

4. Submit the application on the portal with the test report and supporting documents.

5. Respond to BIS queries, if raised, with complete and accurate information.

6. Receive the registration certificate once BIS is satisfied with the submission.

7. Apply the Standard Mark on the product, along with the assigned registration number.

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

Timeline, Cost, Validity and Renewal

Timeline: Most CRS applications move through review in 4 to 8 weeks, assuming the test report and documentation are complete on first submission. Applications with missing or mismatched documents commonly take longer, simply due to the query-and-response cycle.

Cost:

Each additional test report beyond the standard two adds ₹20,000 to the processing fee. Lab testing charges are billed separately by the laboratory and aren't included in this table.

Validity: A CRS registration is granted for a minimum of two years from the date of issue.

Renewal: Applications should be filed before the current registration expires, since a lapsed certificate can't be revived after the fact it requires a fresh application and retesting. BIS allows renewal for a further term of two, three, or five years, depending on what the applicant requests.

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.