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BIS REGISTRATION SERVICES FOR ELECTRONIC AND IT PRODUCTS
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standards Body of India. It is established by the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 which came into effect on 23 December 1986. In 2012, The Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DietY) now called Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) hand in hand launched Compulsory Registration scheme (CRS).
INTRODUCTION
BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) registration for electronic and IT products is a crucial regulatory process mandated by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India to ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of these products sold in the Indian market. This certification scheme aims to protect consumers from substandard or unsafe products while also promoting a level playing field for manufacturers and importers. BIS registration applies to a wide range of electronic and IT products
BIS certification is mandatory for electronic and IT products under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012. This means that manufacturers must obtain BIS certification before selling their products in India, whether they are domestically
COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME (CRS)
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) enforce the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), a regulatory framework mandating certification for certain products before they can be sold in India. The CRS ensures consumer safety, product quality, and reliability, while also promoting fair trade practices among manufacturers and importers.
PRODUCTS COVERED UNDER COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) oversees the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), which includes about 74 products spanning various categories. These items must undergo mandatory certification to comply with designated Indian standards for quality, safety, and performance. This certification is a prerequisite for selling or importing these products into the Indian market.
WHO CAN APPLY FOR BIS COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME?
Manufacturers or importers of covered electronic and IT products are required to obtain BIS certification before placing their products in the Indian market. This certification ensures that the products meet specified Indian standards for quality, safety, and performance.Manufacturers or importers apply for grant of Registration under Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) after getting their product tested from BIS recognized labs.
BIS REGISTRATION PROCESS UNDER COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME (CRS) in India: A Guide for Electronic & IT Products
The BIS CRS registration process for electronic and IT products has been simplified into a series of easy steps, following the launch of the smart registration process by BIS on April 3, 2019. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the process:
1. Account Creation: Manufacturers or importers need to create an account on the BIS portal to start the registration process. This involves providing necessary details and creating login credentials.
2. Test Request Generation:Once logged in, the manufacturer or importer generates a test request for the product.
3. Online Application and Fee Payment: : After generating the test request, the manufacturer or importer fills out the online application form for BIS registration. The applicable fees for BIS registration are paid online through the BIS portal.
4. Assignment to Officer Upon receiving the application and documents, the BIS department assigns an officer to handle the registration process. The officer reviews the application, conducts necessary checks, and coordinates further actions.
5. Scrutiny/Approval/Query/GrantThe assigned officer checks the application and supporting documents to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. If everything meets the requirements, the officer approves the application and grants BIS registration. However, if there are any discrepancies or queries, the officer may request additional information or clarification from the manufacturer/importer.
Login credentials can be generated from either the BIS website or the android app. This streamlined process makes BIS registration more accessible and efficient for manufacturers and importers of electronic and IT products in India
Sample Certificate for Grant of License for CRS:
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BIS REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS IN INDIA: ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES FOR CRS REGISTRATION
To ensure compliance in India, it is important to follow these guidelines for BIS registration under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS):
- Manufacturers must register their products covered under the CRS Scheme before launching them into the market.
- Manufacturers seeking registration must comply with Indian Standard Specifications to apply the BIS Standard Mark on their products.
- BIS will issue a license based on the manufacturer's self-declaration of conformity with the application submitted
- The self-declaration of conformity indicates that the manufacturer's infrastructure can produce quality products with the necessary testing facilities to test the products within the prescribed period at their premises
These guidelines are crucial for ensuring compliance with Indian standards and regulations
LIST OF PRODUCTS UNDER COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME
Guidelines for Compulsory Registration Scheme
Documents Required for BIS Registration of Electronic Products under CRS Scheme
To complete the BIS Registration process for electronic products under the CRS scheme, the following documents are essential:
- Self-Declaration of Conformity
- Verification of Test Report Compliance by Third-Party Testing Laboratories for Product Samples (Including Components and Raw Materials)
- Verification of the manufacturing unit's name and address, along with documentation demonstrating the scope of business operations
- Copy of acknowledgment received from the portal
- Details Regarding Authorized Signatory and Relevant Documentation
- Details of the samples to be tested by BIS
- Details of the product's models and varieties to be covered
Ensuring the submission of these documents is crucial for successful BIS Registration of electronic products in India.
BIS REGISTRATION COST/FEE STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRONICS PRODUCTS
The following is the BIS Registration Fee for Electronics and IT Products:
| S.no | Title | Existing Fee | Revised Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Fee | Rs 1000/- | Rs 1000/- |
| 2 | Annual License Fee | Rs 1000/- | Rs 1000/- |
| 3 | Application processing fee* (inclusive of 1 test report) | Rs 25000/- | Rs 50000/- |
| 4 | Fee for additional test report (per test report) | Rs. 10000/- | Rs. 20000/ |
Timeline to obtain BIS License:
The timeline for acquiring a BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) license can vary based on factors like the product type, documentation completeness, and the workload of BIS certification authorities. Generally, the process takes about 30 working days, including 15 working days for testing and another 15 working days for BIS application processing.
However, this timeline may vary based on specific circumstances and complexities. It's crucial for manufacturers or importers to plan ahead, meet all requirements, and ensure a smooth process.
VALIDITY AND RENEWAL OF BIS CERTIFICATION
Validity of Certificate: The validity and renewal process of a BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification depend on the specific certification scheme. Typically, BIS certifications are valid for two years from the date of issuance, although this may vary based on the product category and scheme
Renewal Process: For renewal, manufacturers or importers must apply before the expiration date, submitting updated documentation, paying renewal fees, and ensuring ongoing compliance with relevant standards.
WHY USE ABSOLUTE VERITAS (AV) FOR BIS CERTIFICATION?
Securing BIS registration for Electronics and IT products under the Compulsory Registration Scheme is mandatory before their market launch. Manufacturers must obtain BIS registration for their electronic products to use the BIS Standard Mark with R-number.
If you require BIS Registration services, please contact Absolute Veritas. As a leading BIS Registration Consultant, Absolute Veritas assists manufacturers and importers in obtaining timely BIS registration for their products by offering valuable insights and assistance throughout the BIS Registration Process.
Absolute Veritas is a prominent organisation from the private sector of India primarily dealing with the Inspection, Testing, Audits, Certification of products& consulting services to various industries in India and worldwide, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry requirements. Offering a comprehensive range of services including product certification, testing, training, auditing, and compliance services, Absolute Veritas helps manufacturers and importers achieve higher production efficiency and quality standards.
Absolute Veritas (AV) will handle end to end pre-registration request, sample preparation, documentation, testing and application process for BIS Certification
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PRODUCTS UNDER BIS REGISTRATION SCHEME
| Sr. No. | IS No. | Product |
| 1 | IS 616:2010* | AMPLIFIERS WITH INPUT POWER 2000W AND ABOVE |
| 2 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING MACHINE |
| 3 | IS 302-2-26:2014* | ELECTRONIC CLOCKS WITH MAINS POWER |
| 4 | IS 616:2010* | ELECTRONIC GAMES (VIDEO) |
| 5 | IS 616:2010* | ELECTRONIC MUSICAL SYSTEMS WITH INPUT POWER 200W AND ABOVE |
| 6 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | LAPTOP/NOTEBOOK/TABLET |
| 7 | IS 302-2-25:2014* | MICROWAVE OVENS |
| 8 | IS 616:2010* | OPTICAL DISC PLAYERS WITH BUILT IN AMPLIFIERS OF INPUT POWER 200W AND ABOVE |
| 9 | IS 616:2010* | PLASMA/LCD/LED TELEVISIONS |
| 10 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | PRINTERS, PLOTTERS |
| 11 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | SCANNERS |
| 12 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | SET TOP BOX |
| 13 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | TELEPHONE ANSWERING MACHINES |
| 14 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS, VIDEOS MONITORS |
| 15 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | WIRELESS KEYBOARDS |
| 16 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | CASH REGISTERS |
| 17 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | COPYING MACHINES/DUPLICATORS |
| 18 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | PASSPORT READER |
| 19 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | POINT OF SALE TERMINALS |
| 20 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | MAIL PROCESSING MACHINES/POSTAGE MACHINES/FRANKING MACHINES |
| 21 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | POWER BANKS FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS |
| 22 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | SMART CARD READER |
| 23 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | MOBILE PHONES |
| 24 | IS 16102(Part 1):2012* | SELF-BALLASTED LED LAMPS FOR GENERAL LIGHTING SERVICES |
| 25 | IS 15885(Part 2/Sec 13):2012* | DC OR AC SUPPLIED ELECTRONIC CONTROLGEAR FOR LED MODULES |
| 26 | IS 616:2010* | POWER ADAPTORS FOR AUDIO,VIDEO & SIMILAR ELECTRONIC APPARATUS |
| 27 | IS 13252(Part 1):2010* | POWER ADAPTORS FOR IT EQUIPMENTS |
| 28 | IS 10322(Part 5/Sec 1):2012* | FIXED GENERAL PURPOSE LED LUMINAIRES |
| 29 | IS 16242(Part 1):2014* | UPS/INVERTORS OF RATING <= 5KVA |
| 30 | IS 16046:2018* | SEALED SECONDARY CELLS/BATTERIES CONTAINING ALKALINE OR OTHER NON-ACID ELECTROLYTES FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS PART 1 NICKEL SYSTEMS |
| 31 | IS 16046:2018* | SEALED SECONDARY CELLS/BATTERIES CONTAINING ALKALINE OR OTHER NON-ACID ELECTROLYTES FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS PART 2 LITHIUM SYSTEMS |
| 32 | IS 16333 (Part 3) : 2016* | INDIAN LANGUAGE SUPPORT FOR MOBILE PHONE HANDSETS |
| 33 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 2) : 2012 | Recessed LED Luminaries |
| 34 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 3) : 2012 | LED Luminaires for Road and Street lighting |
| 35 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 5) : 2013 | LED Flood Lights |
| 36 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 6) : 2013 | LED Hand lamps |
| 37 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 7) : 2013 | LED Lighting Chains |
| 38 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8) : 2013 | LED Luminaires for Emergency Lighting |
| 39 | IS 16242 (Part 1) : 2014 | UPS/Inverters of rating <= 10kVA |
| 40 | IS 616 : 2010 | Plasma/ LCD/LED Television of screen size up-to 32 |
| 41 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Visual Display Units, Video Monitors of screen size upto 32 |
| 42 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | CCTV Cameras/CCTV Recorders |
| 43 | IS 302 (Part 1) : 2008 | Adapters for household and similar electrical appliances |
| 44 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | USB driven Barcode readers, barcode scanners, Iris scanners, Optical fingerprint scanners |
| 45 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Smart watches |
| 46 | IS 14286 : 2010/ IEC 61215 : 2005, IS/IEC 61730 (Part 1) : 2004 & IS/IEC 61730 (Part 2) : 2004 | Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) modules (Si wafer based) |
| 47 | IS 16077 : 2013/ IEC 61646 : 2008, IS/IEC 61730 (Part 1) : 2004 & IS/IEC 61730 (Part 2) : 2004 | Thin-Film Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (a-Si, CiGs and CdTe) |
| 48 | IS 16221 (Part 2) : 2015 | Power Invertors for use in photovoltaic power system |
| 49 | IS 16221 (Part 2) : 2015 & IS 16169 : 2014 | Utility-Interconnected Photovoltaic inverters |
| 50 | IS 16270 : 2014 | Storage battery |
| 51 | IS 16103 (Part 1) : 2012 | Independent LED Modules for General Lighting |
| 52 | IS 10322 (Part 5/Sec 9) : 2017 | Lighting Chain (Rope Lights) |
| 53 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Keyboard |
| 54 | IS 302-2-6 : 2009 | Induction Stove |
| 55 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Automatic Teller Cash dispensing machines |
| 56 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | USB Type External Hard Disk Drive |
| 57 | IS 616 : 2017 | Wireless Headphone and Earphone |
| 58 | IIS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices (above 256 GB capacity) |
| 59 | IS 616 : 2017 | Electronic Musical System with input power below 200 Watts |
| 60 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Standalone Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) with output voltage 48V (max) |
| 61 | IS 616 : 2017 | Television other than Plasma/ LCD/LED TVs |
| 62 | IS 302-2-15 : 2009 | Rice Cooker |
| 63 | IS 616 : 2017 | Wireless Microphone |
| 64 | IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010 | Digital Camera |
| 65 | IS 616 : 2017 | Video Camera |
| 66 | IS 616 : 2017 | Webcam (Finished Product) |
| 67 | IS 616 : 2017 | Smart Speakers (with and without Display) |
| 68 | IS 60669-2-1: 2008 | Dimmers for LED products |
| 69 | IS 616 : 2017 | Bluetooth Speakers |
| 70 | IS 798 : 2020 | Ortho Phosphoric Acid |
| 71 | IS 17439:2020 | Polyphosphoric Acid |
| 72 | IS 12171:2019 | Cotton Bales |
| 73 | IS 17412:2020 | Trimethyl Phosphite Technical Grade |
| 74 | IS IS 18112:2022 | Television Sets |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is a compulsory registration scheme (CRS)?
BIS operates the Compulsory Registration Scheme for electronics and IT products. The grant of license and its operation are carried out in accordance with the conformity assessment scheme outlined in Scheme II of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
What is BIS registration under CRS?
BIS Registration under the Compulsory Registration Scheme involves issuing a license by the Bureau of Indian Standards to the manufacturers of electronics and IT products. This license permits them to use or apply the Standard Mark, which includes a unique R-number. The registration process is based on the manufacturer's self-declaration of conformity with the applicable Indian Standards for their goods and articles.
What are the products covered under the CRS scheme of BIS?
There are currently 76 product categories recognised under CRS, with MEITY adding 63 products, MNRE adding five, and MHIPE adding eight. Smartwatches, laptops, digital cameras, wireless microphones, printers, set top boxes, wireless keyboards, power banks, and other products are among those that require mandatory BIS registration. Check out the full list of electronics and IT products that require BIS registration.
Is my product eligible for BIS registration under CRS?
There are 76 product categories covered under the CRS scheme. You can check your product eligibility in the list mentioned above.
What is compulsory registration order (CRS order)?
According to CRS Orders, no one shall manufacture or store for sale, sell, import, or distribute goods that do not comply with the Indian standard specified in the order and do not bear the Standard Mark with a unique registration number obtained from BIS. BIS grants a license to the manufacturers to use or apply Standard Mark with unique R-number on electronics and IT products.
Do I need BIS registration?
nder the CRS scheme, BIS registration is required for electronics and IT products. BIS registration is compulsory if you are an electronics and IT product manufacturer.
Who provides BIS registration?
The Bureau of Indian Standards grants registration certificates under the CRS scheme for electronics and IT products.
What is the process for BIS registration?
The whole process of BIS registration for electronics and IT products is mentioned above. To get BIS registration in India, you have to follow the procedure mentioned above; please contact Absolute Veritas for more assistance.
