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BIS (CRS) Registration – Scheme II
The Bureau of Indian Standards, abbreviated as BIS, is the organisational body that standardises national criteria in India. BIS defines and enforces quality measures in products, services, or systems for wide categories of activities. Some samples of products such as electronics and IT, food products, buildings' construction inputs, cars, and other many related goods may be certified by the BIS alone.
The BIS registration scheme ensures that goods supplied in India fulfil the required safety and quality standards. All the companies that manufacture or import the products must comply with all the requirements of BIS certification, which include wide-ranging testing and certification.
Eligibility criteria for applying for BIS CRS Registration
- Manufacturer Identification: The applicant has to be a manufacturer. The application will not be considered for a trader or retailer.
- Manufacturing Location: There will be a different registration for different manufacturing units, although the product will be identical.
- Product Coverage: The product would fall in any of the notified categories of the BIS CRS.
- Standards: The product shall adhere to the appropriate IS prescribed by BIS.
- Importing foreign products: Manufacturers outside India need to make an AIR in India. An application under such an authorized person will be done.
- Testing: Tested samples are required from a lab recognised by BIS, and the report provided must agree to them as compliant.
- Labelling Requirements: Marking after the certificate of registration is obtained from BIS End.
- Product Categories: Only products that fall in the mandatory categories of CRS qualify for certification.
Procedure for BIS CRS Registration
In 2012, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) joined forces to introduce the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), an acronym for "Compulsory Registration."
Please take notice of the following BIS registration process phases, one by one:
- To obtain login credentials, register on the BIS portal.
- Product (sample) testing in the BIS-approved laboratory
- Application Submission
- BIS review of the application and test report
- Send BIS an affidavit.
- License Grant
Mandatory Product List for BIS (CRS) Registration – Scheme II
Below is a list of products that require mandatory compliance in India:
Documents Required for BIS Registration
- Report on the test conformance of product samples (PCB layout, manual, critical component list) as determined by an independent testing laboratory.
- Information on the type of firm and the manufacturing facility's legal address.
- A copy of the brand name (trademark registration).
- Component producers, the Authorized Indian Representative's (AIR) KYC documents.
CRS BIS Registration Timeline
The next lead model (inclusion) will take 15 to 20 working days, whereas the first lead model will take 20 to 25 working days.
If there is another problem or if the paperwork and conformity are insufficient, the responsible BIS official will let you know. If the problem isn't fixed within 30 days, they will give you a notice of refusal.
BIS CRS Registration Fee Structure
The fee for BIS registration is provided in the below-given table:
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COST FOR BIS REGISTRATION / ELECTRONICS PRODUCTS (Government Costs) |
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| Type of Fee | New Application | Renewal | Inclusion |
| Application Fee | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
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Processing Fee* |
25,000x2 = 50,000 |
25,000x2 = 50,000 |
15,000x2= 30,000 |
| Registration Fee* |
1000 x 2 = 2000 |
1000 x 2 = 2000 |
1000 x 2 = 2000 |
| Total | 53,000 | 53,000 | 30,000 |
| Note* 1. The processing fee and registration fee need to be paid in 2 years, as registration numbers will be granted initially for two years. 2. The cost of BIS registration will depend on the following factors: · Location and Name of the Manufacturing process · Types of Products and model quantity · Testing fee for the products · Govt. Fee (BIS) and ERCS Service fee |
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Benefits of Obtaining a BIS Registration Certificate
The advantages of the compulsory registration scheme in BIS are:
- Legal compliance: It helps in complying with the BIS regulations, avoiding penalties and product bans.
- Market access: make your product available to a large number of consumers
- Product credibility: a quality assurance mark that increases the trust of consumers.
- Competitive advantage: distinguishes products from uncertified competitors, thus increasing reputation.
- Consumer safety: Ensures the products are safe and reliable for the end-user.
- Export opportunities: Allows exports to countries with equivalent quality standards.
- Customs Clearance: Easy clearance at customs simplifies imports, thereby eliminating delays.
- Business growth: It gives partners confidence and creates new opportunities.
- Cost efficiency: There is a risk of recalls, fines, and reputational damage.
- Environmental compliance: The product standards would be sustainable and energy-efficient.
Why Choose ERCS Private Limited?
ERCS serves as a channel between you and the BIS officials. Our skilled team works hard to uphold the legitimacy of the entire process of getting a certificate for your company. We will support you from verifying the product's applicability and document preparation to awarding BIS approval. Our goal is to make the entire procedure less complicated and hassle-free.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Applications for BIS CRS registration are only accepted from manufacturers. It assists in guaranteeing that goods fulfil the necessary Indian requirements. Retailers, distributors, or traders can't apply for certification. To process the application, foreign firms must designate an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
To meet the necessary standards, manufacturers must test for them in labs approved by BIS. The BIS portal is used to apply online, along with test reports and other pertinent papers. After fees are paid, the application is reviewed by BIS, which then approves registration.
Yes, foreign manufacturers need to register with BIS CRS for the sale of products in India. They are required to appoint an authorized Indian representative who takes care of the application and compliance process. Thus, foreign-made products are assured to be by Indian standards and legal requirements.
Product samples must be sent by manufacturers to a laboratory approved by the BIS for comparison with applicable Indian Standards (IS). After testing the product, the lab provides a test report attesting to compliance. The BIS CRS registration application is submitted with this test report.
The registration process for BIS CRS typically takes four to six weeks. The accuracy of the application, test results, and prompt answers to BIS inquiries all affect the time. If more information or explanation is required, it could be postponed.
Indeed, a BIS CRS registration must be renewed before its two-year expiration date. To extend the accreditation, manufacturers must pay renewal costs and provide updated documentation. If standards or product specifications change, retesting can be necessary.
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