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BIS CRS — Compulsory Registration for Electronics & IT Products
Registration under the Compulsory Registration Scheme — testing coordination, application filing, AIR support and follow-up to grant.
What is BIS CRS
The Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) was notified by MeitY through the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirement for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012, dated 3 Oct 2012, covering fifteen categories of electronics items. Another 15 categories were added on 13 Nov 2014 and 13 more on 23 Aug 2017. Solar products fall under the MNRE Solar Photovoltaics Order, 2017, dated 5 Sep 2017.
Under the Order, no person shall manufacture or store for sale, import, sell or distribute goods which do not conform to the specified Indian standard. Manufacturers apply to BIS after testing in a BIS-recognized laboratory; BIS then registers the manufacturer to use the notified Standard Mark.
Who needs BIS CRS registration
- Manufacturers — in India or abroad — of any product notified in the Compulsory Registration Orders
- A separate registration number for products made at different locations
- A separate registration number for each brand made at the same location
The notified product list keeps expanding — we confirm whether your product and brand are covered before filing.
What Sarom helps with
Application preparation
Complete BIS application preparation — forms, communication with the authority and payments.
Factory audit support
Preparation and support for the BIS factory audit, if requested by BIS.
Indian representative
Provision of an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) for manufacturers outside India.
Documents required
The checklist varies by product, location and brand. Based on the CRS process, applications typically draw on:
- Product, model and brand details for each manufacturing location
- Test reports from a BIS-recognized laboratory
- Factory and business details for BIS portal registration
- AIR authorization and details, where the manufacturer is outside India
The exact document set is confirmed for your case at engagement — current BIS forms and annexures apply.
Registration process
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Portal registration
Registration of the manufacturer on the BIS portal.
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Test request generation
Generation of the test request for your product and model.
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Sample testing
Testing of the sample by a BIS-recognized laboratory.
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Document preparation
Preparation and verification of the application and supporting documents.
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Filing
Submission of the application to BIS with test reports and annexures.
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Scrutiny and grant
BIS checks the documents and technical details, then grants the registration certificate.
Timeline & fees
Timelines and official fees depend on your product, test laboratory reports and BIS processing — they are confirmed for your specific case during consultation, before you commit.
BIS CRS FAQs
What is the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)?
The Compulsory Registration Scheme was notified by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) through the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012, dated 3 October 2012, covering fifteen categories of electronics items. Another 15 product categories were added on 13 November 2014 and a further 13 on 23 August 2017. Solar products fall under the MNRE Solar Photovoltaics, Systems, Devices and Components Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2017, dated 5 September 2017.
Who can apply for BIS CRS registration?
Manufacturers of any product notified in the Compulsory Registration Orders, located in India or outside India, can apply. A separate registration number is required for products manufactured at different locations, and for each brand manufactured at the same location.
Is product testing required before applying?
Yes. Manufacturers must get their product tested in a BIS-recognized laboratory before applying to BIS. BIS registers the manufacturer only after checking the documents and technical details, and the registered manufacturer may then use the notified Standard Mark.
How does Sarom help with BIS CRS?
We check whether certification is necessary for your products, prepare the complete BIS application (forms, communication with the authority, payments), support the BIS factory audit if requested by BIS, and provide an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
How long does BIS CRS take and what does it cost?
Timelines and official fees depend on your product, test laboratory reports and BIS processing. We confirm the current position and quote for your specific case during consultation.
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Next step
Not sure if BIS CRS applies to your product?
Tell us what you manufacture or import — we will confirm whether CRS registration is required and what documents are needed.