The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is India’s National Standards Body, responsible for safeguarding consumer interests and regulating product quality across the country. To reinforce product safety in the rapidly growing electronics & IT industry, the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with BIS, introduced the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) in 2012.
Under this scheme, manufacturers must obtain BIS registration before selling or importing notified electronic and IT products in India. This ensures that products comply with Indian safety standards and promotes fairness in the market.
Consumer electronics
Smart devices
IT peripherals
Batteries & chargers
LED lighting
Power systems
Any new additions to this list are published periodically by MeitY and BIS to ensure continued consumer protection.
Manufacturers of covered electronic & IT products
Importers or brand owners placing such products in India
Testing must be completed in BIS-recognized laboratories, and registration is issued based on conformity with relevant Indian standards.
- Register products covered under CRS before market launch
- Ensure compliance with Indian Standards (IS Specification)
- Declare conformity via Self-Declaration Format (SDoC)
- Maintain adequate testing and manufacturing infrastructure
This self-declaration forms the basis of BIS issuing the licence.
- Self-Declaration of Conformity
- Accredited Lab Test Reports
- Manufacturing unit details & proof of legal existence
- Authorized signatory details
- Product model list & test samples
- Online acknowledgment copy
This self-declaration forms the basis of BIS issuing the licence.
- BIS registrations are generally valid for 2 years
- Renewals must be filed before expiry, along with updated documents and renewal fees
We provide annual maintenance support for renewals.
- Pre-assessment & documentation
- Sample preparation and lab coordination
- Testing follow-ups
- Portal filing & response to BIS queries
- Licence grant assistance
Our expertise in compliance, strong industry network, and hands-on knowledge help manufacturers and importers achieve faster licensing and hassle-free execution.
We ensure your products meet all safety standards so you can enter the market confidently.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – BIS Registration / BIS Certification
The Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for electronics and IT products. Under CRS, BIS issues registration certificates based on the conformity assessment requirements defined in Scheme II of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
BIS Registration under CRS is a mandatory approval granted to manufacturers of IT and electronic devices. The registration authorizes the use of the Standard Mark along with a unique R-number, signifying compliance with applicable Indian Standards.
Currently, 76 product categories are listed under CRS. If your product appears in this list, BIS registration becomes mandatory. Manufacturers and importers must verify category eligibility before entering the Indian market.
A CRS Order mandates that no product covered under CRS may be manufactured, imported, sold, stored, or distributed unless it complies with Indian Standards and bears the BIS Standard Mark with a valid registration number.
Yes. BIS registration is compulsory for all electronics and IT products notified under CRS. Non-compliance can lead to seizure of goods, penalties, or import restrictions.
BIS registration is issued exclusively by the Bureau of Indian Standards, India’s national-standard regulatory body.
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Yes. Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) to act as their local liaison for BIS certification and compliance.
Selling or distributing non-compliant products is illegal under CRS and may result in:
• Legal action
• Import restrictions
• Product seizure
• Penalties
Global Consulting Services (GCS) provides end-to-end support for BIS certification including testing coordination, documentation, application filing, factory liaison, compliance assistance, and follow-up until certificate approval.