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NTRODUCTION

BIS Registration is getting a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for any product that conforms with the applicable Indian Standards. The Bureau of Indian Standards is the National Standards Body of India established under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, under the Indian Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India. The BIS is involved in various activities like Standards Formulation, Product Certification, Testing, Training Services, Hallmarking, Laboratory Services, Calibration Schemes, etc. The BIS registration acts as a third-party assurance of product quality, safety, and reliability.

The Bureau of Indian Standards grants licenses to the manufacturers for their products listed in BIS’s mandatory or voluntary certification schemes. A manufacturer can display the standard mark on their product after obtaining a license from BIS. Although obtaining a BIS license is voluntary, the Indian government has made certain products mandatory to protect the environment, public health, national security, and the welfare of people, animals, and plants. It also aims to prevent unfair trade practices.

“Meet BIS standards, the mark of trust; Manufacture with precision, products robust;
Market expansion, with certification in hand;
Mastery over compliance, in the Indian market you’ll stand;
And growth and prosperity will be your brand.”

BIS Registration, or significant quality control compliance, is necessary when discussing electronic and IT products. This page will give you complete knowledge about BIS Registration under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) on this page. Let’s examine the nature, organs, and history of the BIS License to understand the necessity of BIS registration certification.

Let’s understand the BIS Registration for Electronics and IT Products.

COMPULSORY REGISTRATION SCHEME (CRS)

In 2012, the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DeitY) and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) jointly introduced the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) to safeguard Indian consumers against counterfeit and substandard goods. Electronic and IT products fall under the BIS CRS scheme. As per this scheme, a BIS license is mandatory for electronics and IT products before launching them into the market.

The Ministry also issued Compulsory Registration Orders, which state that no one shall manufacture or store for sale, sell, import, or distribute goods that do not meet the Indian standards outlined in the order and do not bear the Standard Mark with a unique registration number.

Under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), the Bureau of Indian Standards issues a BIS registration certificate to manufacturers to use a standard mark with a unique registration number on their electronics and IT products. BIS Registration is based on your self-declaration of conformity for goods and articles as per Indian Standards. BIS licenses provide third-party assurance to the consumers that the product complies with the quality standards required by law and is safe to use. BIS Licence for electronic products and their operation is governed by the conformity assessment scheme outlined in Scheme II of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

We know that so many questions are tingling in your mind at this moment, but don’t worry. Let’s have a look at the complete BIS Registration process (BIS registration Requirement/Procedure/timeline/Cost).

Products covered under Compulsory Registration Scheme

To be precise, 79 categories of products have been covered under CRS till now, 63 of which were added by MEITY, five by MNRE, and eight by MHIPE. If you are a manufacturer of any electronic or IT products, we are sure that you are willing to know your product’s specifications and Indian Standards. BIS Mandatory product list is given at the end of this article. You can learn more by searching the product names or Indian Standards at the end of this article for products covered under BIS compulsory registration scheme. If you have any queries regarding the latest update about BIS registration license,

What is BIS CRS?

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012. It mandates that certain electronics and IT products must be tested and registered with BIS before being sold in India.

Regulatory Framework:
Objectives of BIS CRS

Products Covered Under BIS CRS

CRS applies to electronic & IT products, including:

S No. IS Standard
1 AMPLIFIERS WITH INPUT POWER 2000W AND ABOVE IS 616:2017
2 AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING MACHINE IS 13252(Part 1):2010
3 ELECTRONIC CLOCKS WITH MAINS POWER IS 302-2-26:2014
4 ELECTRONIC GAMES (VIDEO) IS 616:2017
5 ELECTRONIC MUSICAL SYSTEMS WITH INPUT POWER 200W AND ABOVE IS 616:2017
6 LAPTOP/NOTEBOOK/TABLET IS 13252(Part 1):2010
7 MICROWAVE OVENS IS 302-2-25:2014
8 OPTICAL DISC PLAYERS WITH BUILT IN AMPLIFIERS OF INPUT POWER 200W AND ABOVE IS 616:2017
9 PLASMA/LCD/LED TELEVISIONS OF SCREEN SIZE 32"; AND ABOVE IS 616:2017
10 PRINTERS, PLOTTERS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
11 SCANNERS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
12 SET TOP BOX IS 13252(Part 1):2010
13 TELEPHONE ANSWERING MACHINES IS 13252(Part 1):2010
14 VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS, VIDEOS MONITORS OF SCREEN SIZE 32" AND ABOVE IS 13252(Part 1):2010
15 WIRELESS KEYBOARDS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
16 CASH REGISTERS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
17 COPYING MACHINES/DUPLICATORS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
18 PASSPORT READER IS 13252(Part 1):2010
19 POINT OF SALE TERMINALS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
20 MAIL PROCESSING MACHINES/POSTAGE MACHINES/FRANKING MACHINES IS 13252(Part 1):2010
21 POWER BANKS FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
22 SMART CARD READER IS 13252(Part 1):2010
23 MOBILE PHONES IS 13252(Part 1):2010
24 SELF-BALLASTED LED LAMPS FOR GENERAL LIGHTING SERVICES IS 16102(Part 1):2012
25 DC OR AC SUPPLIED ELECTRONIC CONTROLGEAR FOR LED MODULES IS 15885(Part 2/Sec 13):2012
26 POWER ADAPTORS FOR AUDIO,VIDEO & SIMILAR ELECTRONIC APPARATUS IS 616:2010
27 POWER ADAPTORS FOR IT EQUIPMENTS IS 13252(Part 1):2010
28 FIXED GENERAL PURPOSE LED LUMINAIRES IS 10322(Part 5/Sec 1):2012
29 UPS/INVERTORS OF RATING<=5KVA IS 16242(Part 1):2014
30 SEALED SECONDARY CELLS/BATTERIES CONTAINING ALKALINE OR OTHER NON-ACID ELECTROLYTES FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS PART 1 NICKEL SYSTEMS IS 16046(Part 1): 2018
31 SEALED SECONDARY CELLS/BATTERIES CONTAINING ALKALINE OR OTHER NON-ACID ELECTROLYTES FOR USE IN PORTABLE APPLICATIONS PART 2 LITHIUM SYSTEMS IS 16046(Part 2): 2018
32 INDIAN LANGUAGE SUPPORT FOR MOBILE PHONE HANDSETS IS 16333 (Part 3) : 2022
33 RECESSED LED LUMINARIES IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 2) : 2012
34 LED LUMINAIRES FOR ROAD AND STREET LIGHTING IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 3) : 2012
35 LED FLOOD LIGHTS IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 5) : 2013
36 LED HAND LAMPS IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 6) : 2013
37 LED LIGHTING CHAINS IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 7) : 2017
38 LED LUMINAIRES FOR EMERGENCY LIGHTING IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 8) : 2013
39 UPS/INVERTERS OF RATING<=10KVA IS 16242 (Part 1) : 2014
40 PLASMA/ LCD/LED TELEVISION OF SCREEN SIZE UP-TO 32 IS 616 : 2017
41 VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS, VIDEO MONITORS OF SCREEN SIZE UPTO 32 IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
42 CCTV CAMERAS/CCTV RECORDERS IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
43 ADAPTERS FOR HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES IS 302 (Part 1) : 2008
44 USB DRIVEN BARCODE READERS, BARCODE SCANNERS, IRIS SCANNERS, OPTICAL FINGERPRINT SCANNERS IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
45 SMART WATCHES IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
46 CRYSTALLINE SILICON TERRESTRIAL PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) MODULES (SI WAFER BASED) IS 14286 : 2010/ IEC 61215 : 2005, IS/IEC 61730 (Part 1) : 2004 & IS/IEC 61730 (Part 2) : 2004
47 THIN-FILM TERRESTRIAL PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) MODULES (A-SI, CIGS AND CDTE) IS 16077 : 2013/ IEC 61646 : 2008, IS/IEC 61730 (Part 1) : 2004 & IS/IEC 61730 (Part 2) : 2004
48 POWER CONVERTERS FOR USE IN PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SYSTEM IS 16221 (Part 2) : 2015 / IEC 62109-2 : 2011
49 UTILITY-INTERCONNECTED PHOTOVOLTAIC INVERTERS IS 16221 (Part 2):2015/IEC 62109-2 :2011 & IS 16169 :2014/IEC 62116 :2008
50 STORAGE BATTERY IS 16270 : 2014
51 INDEPENDENT LED MODULES FOR GENERAL LIGHTING IS 16103 (Part 1) : 2012
52 LIGHTING CHAIN (ROPE LIGHTS) IS 10322 (Part 5/Sec 9) : 2017
53 KEYBOARD IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
54 INDUCTION STOVE IS 302-2-6 : 2009
55 AUTOMATIC TELLER CASH DISPENSING MACHINES IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
56 USB TYPE EXTERNAL HARD DISK DRIVE IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
57 WIRELESS HEADPHONE AND EARPHONE IS 616 : 2017
58 USB TYPE EXTERNAL SOLID-STATE STORAGE DEVICES (ABOVE 256 GB CAPACITY) IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
59 ELECTRONIC MUSICAL SYSTEM WITH INPUT POWER 200 WATTS AND ABOVE IS 616 : 2017
60 STANDALONE SWITCH MODE POWER SUPPLIES (SMPS) WITH OUTPUT VOLTAGE 48V (MAX) IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
61 TELEVISION OTHER THAN PLASMA/ LCD/LED TVS IS 616 : 2017
62 RICE COOKER IS 302-2-15 : 2009
63 WIRELESS MICROPHONE IS 616 : 2017
64 DIGITAL CAMERA IS 13252 (Part 1) : 2010
65 VIDEO CAMERA IS 616 : 2017
66 WEBCAM (FINISHED PRODUCT) IS 616 : 2017
67 SMART SPEAKERS (WITH AND WITHOUT DISPLAY) IS 616 : 2017
68 DIMMERS FOR LED PRODUCTS IS 60669-2-1: 2008
69 BLUETOOTH SPEAKERS IS 616 : 2017
70 ORTHO PHOSPHORIC ACID IS 798 : 2020
71 POLYPHOSPHORIC ACID IS 17439:2020
72 COTTON BALES IS 12171:2019
73 TRIMETHYL PHOSPHITE TECHNICAL GRADE IS 17412:2020
74 TELEVISION SETS IS 18112:2022

Process for BIS CRS Registration

Manufacturers (Indian or foreign) must follow these steps to obtain BIS CRS certification:

Step 1: Identify Applicable Product & Standard
Step 2: Product Testing at BIS-Approved Lab
Step 3: Submit BIS CRS Application

Required Documents:

Step 4: BIS Review & Registration
Step 5: Marking & Compliance
Validity & Renewal of BIS CRS Certificate
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Who Needs BIS CRS Certification?
Difference Between BIS CRS & BIS ISI Certification

Feature

BIS CRS

BIS ISI

Applicable Products

Electronics & IT Products

Industrial, Construction, Food, Consumer Goods

Mandatory for?

Electronic imports, IT products

Cement, Steel, Electrical Equipment

Testing Required?

Yes (Only in BIS-approved Labs)

Yes

Certification Mark

BIS CRS Logo

BIS ISI Mark

Process

Registration-based

Licensing-based

Validity

2 Years

1-5 Years

Conclusion

BIS CRS is a mandatory certification for electronic & IT products to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with Indian Standards. Any manufacturer (Indian or foreign) must obtain BIS CRS registration before selling or importing products in India.

Would you like assistance in applying for BIS CRS, selecting a testing lab, or understanding fees & timelines? 😊

Categories Under BIS CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme)

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for electronic & IT products to ensure safety and quality compliance. The CRS product list is categorized based on product type and their corresponding Indian Standards (IS codes).

📌 Total Product Categories Covered Under BIS CRS: 80+ Products

(Regularly updated by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE))

1️⃣ Electronics & IT Products

✅ Includes consumer electronics, computing devices, and network accessories.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Laptop, Notebook, Tablet

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Mobile Phones

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Power Banks for Mobile Devices

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Wireless Keyboards

IS 13252 (Part 1)

USB Flash Drives (Pen Drives)

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Printers, Plotters

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Set-Top Boxes

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Automatic Data Processing Machines

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Barcode Readers, Scanners

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Smart Card Readers

IS 13252 (Part 1)

2️⃣ LED Lighting & Control Gear

✅ Covers LED lamps, luminaires, and power control devices.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Self-Ballasted LED Lamps

IS 16102 (Part 1 & 2)

Fixed General Purpose LED Luminaires

IS 10322 (Part 5, Sec 1)

LED Control Gear (Drivers)

IS 15885 (Part 2, Sec 13)

Recessed LED Luminaires

IS 10322 (Part 5, Sec 2)

LED Flood Lights

IS 10322 (Part 5, Sec 5)

LED Handlamps

IS 10322 (Part 5, Sec 6)

LED Rope Lights

IS 10322 (Part 5, Sec 7)

3️⃣ Power Supply & Electrical Equipment

✅ Covers power adapters, inverters, and batteries.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Power Adapters for IT Equipment

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Power Adapters for Audio/Video Equipment

IS 616

UPS/Inverters (≤5kVA)

IS 16242 (Part 1)

Sealed Secondary Cells (Lithium-ion Batteries)

IS 16046 (Part 1 & 2)

Battery Cells for Mobile Phones

IS 16046 (Part 2)

4️⃣ Audio-Video & Display Products

✅ Covers televisions, monitors, and speakers.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Television (TV)

IS 616

LCD/LED/OLED Display Panels

IS 16333 (Part 3)

Projectors with Built-in Screens

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Amplifiers & Audio Systems

IS 616

5️⃣ Household & Kitchen Appliances

✅ Covers induction cookers, electric irons, and other consumer products.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Induction Stoves

IS 302-2-6

Electric Irons

IS 302-2-3

Rice Cookers

IS 302-2-15

6️⃣ Solar Photovoltaic (PV) & Renewable Energy Products

✅ Covers solar panels and controllers under MNRE regulations.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Solar PV Modules

IS 14286

Solar Inverters

IS 16221 (Part 1 & 2)

Charge Controllers

IS 15885 (Part 2, Sec 13)

7️⃣ Office Equipment & Peripherals

✅ Covers printing, scanning, and computing peripherals.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Printers & Plotters

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Barcode Scanners

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Smart Card Readers

IS 13252 (Part 1)

8️⃣ Automotive Electronics (Emerging Category)

✅ Covers electronics used in electric vehicles (EVs) and automotive lighting.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

Automotive LED Headlamps

IS 10322

Lithium-ion Batteries for EVs

IS 16046 (Part 2)

9️⃣ Other Electronic Products

✅ Miscellaneous electronic products requiring BIS CRS approval.

Product

Indian Standard (IS Code)

CCTV Cameras

IS 13252 (Part 1)

Fingerprint Scanners

IS 13252 (Part 1)

e-Readers

IS 13252 (Part 1)