BIS CRS Registration for Electronic & IT Products

Get professional assistance with BIS CRS Registration, product
testing coordination, documentation and application support.

INTRODUCTION

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), in partnership with the Department of Electronics and Information Technology, introduced the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) in 2012 to enhance the safety and quality of electronic and IT products in India. This initiative was created in response to the increasing number of low-quality, unsafe, and counterfeit electronic products entering the Indian market. By making registration mandatory, the CRS ensures that every manufacturer—whether domestic or foreign—tests their products as per Indian Standards before selling them in India. Obtaining BIS registration allows manufacturers to demonstrate product safety, boost customer trust, and comply with regulatory requirements, ultimately contributing to consumer protection and market transparency.

Under the BIS CRS scheme, manufacturers receive a registration certificate allowing them to use the Standard Mark along with a unique “R” number. This certification is based on the manufacturer’s self-declaration of conformity to Indian Standards. According to BIS regulations, no electronic product covered under CRS can be manufactured, sold, imported, or distributed without this registration and the BIS CRS mark.

Need BIS CRS Registration for Your Product?

Understanding BIS CRS requirements, applicable Indian Standards, product testing and documentation can
be challenging for manufacturers and businesses. Get professional assistance to
understand the applicable process and prepare your application correctly.

Not sure whether your product falls under CRS?
Confused about the applicable Indian Standard?
Need guidance for BIS-recognized laboratory testing?
Need help preparing and submitting documentation?

What is BIS CRS Registration?

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) operates the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for specified electronic and IT products notified under applicable government orders. Manufacturers of covered products need to meet the applicable requirements before placing those products on the Indian market.

Notified products

Applies to products listed in applicable BIS/MeitY orders.

Lab testing

Sample testing at a BIS-recognized laboratory.

Indian Standard

Conformity with the relevant IS specification.

Registration

Online application and BIS review process.

Need BIS CRS Registration for Your Product?

Examples of categories that may fall under the Compulsory Registration Scheme, subject to current notifications.

Electronic & IT Products

LED Lighting Products

Power Adapters

Electronic Games

Computers & Related Products

Displays / Monitors

CCTV / Electronic Equipment

Notified products

Product coverage depends on applicable BIS/MeitY notifications and may change. Confirm the current applicability for your specific product.

Why Choose Professional
BIS CRS Assistance?

Product Applicability Guidance

Understand whether your product falls under the applicable CRS requirements.

Standard Identification

Get guidance on identifying the applicable Indian Standard.

Testing Guidance

Assistance with the product testing stage and BIS-recognized laboratory requirements.

Documentation Support

Guidance on preparing required documents and application information.

Application Assistance

Support throughout the online application process.

End-to-End Coordination

Get assistance from initial requirement assessment through the registration process.

How BIS CRS Registration Works

01 Check Product Applicability
02 Identify Applicable Standard
03 Product Testing
04 Prepare Documentation
05 Submit Online Application
06 BIS Review & Registration

Exact requirements and processing timelines may vary depending on the product, applicant, documents and applicable regulatory requirements.

Documents Generally Required

Manufacturer details
Manufacturing unit details
Product details and specifications
Applicable test report
Brand/trademark-related documents where applicable
Factory/address proof
Authorization documents where applicable
Other documents required under the applicable scheme

Document requirements may vary depending on the product, applicant and applicable BIS requirements.

Benefits of BIS CRS Registration

Regulatory Compliance

Helps meet the applicable regulatory requirements for notified products.

Demonstrates Product Conformity

Testing against the Indian Standard evidences product conformity.

Supports Market Access

Supports supply of covered products in the Indian market.

Builds Customer Confidence

Registered products reassure buyers, distributors and marketplaces.

Are You a Foreign Manufacturer?

Foreign manufacturers may have additional requirements when applying under the BIS CRS framework. Where applicable, manufacturers without a liaison office or branch office in India may need to appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) according to BIS requirements.

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