CRS Registration

BIS CRS Registration Consultant in Mumbai

We register electronics and IT products under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for Indian manufacturers, importers and overseas factories, covering testing through to R-number.

Quick answer: CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) is BIS Scheme-II for electronics and IT products notified by the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY). Each model must be tested at a BIS-recognised lab and registered on the BIS CRS portal. The product must then carry the Standard Mark with its registration (R-) number before sale or import. Foreign manufacturers need an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR). Registration is typically valid for two years and can be renewed.

Talk to us: +91 79799 60322 · WhatsApp · ankur@digitalglobalcompliance.com · Office: Nalasopara East, Vasai-Virar

BIS CRS Registration at a glance
Notified underElectronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, MeitY
Operated byBureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
TestingModel-wise testing at a BIS-recognised laboratory; series guidelines can reduce testing
Factory inspectionGenerally not required
Typical timelineAround 30 working days after the test report
Validity and markingTypically 2 years, renewable; Standard Mark with R-number on the product and packaging

Products that need CRS registration

  • Power banks, adaptors and chargers
  • Mobile phones, tablets, laptops and notebooks
  • LED lamps, luminaires and LED drivers
  • CCTV cameras, DVRs and NVRs
  • Smart watches, Bluetooth speakers and other audio-video equipment
  • Lithium-ion cells and batteries (IS 16046)
  • Monitors, printers, UPS and inverters, and many more notified categories

CRS registration process

  1. We confirm that the product is notified and identify the applicable Indian Standard.
  2. We plan the series or family grouping to minimise testing cost.
  3. We submit samples to a BIS-recognised lab and track the test report.
  4. We create your account on the BIS CRS portal and appoint an AIR for foreign manufacturers.
  5. We file the application with the test report, documents and undertaking.
  6. We respond to BIS queries and obtain the registration (R-number).
  7. We give guidance on marking and labelling, then manage renewals and adding new models.

Documents usually required

  • Test report from a BIS-recognised laboratory
  • Manufacturer's business licence and factory address proof
  • Trademark or brand authorisation documents
  • AIR nomination and documents (foreign manufacturers)
  • Product details: model list, ratings, photographs and label artwork

Importing a wireless product? Many CRS products, such as smart watches and Bluetooth speakers, also need WPC-ETA approval. We run both processes in parallel to save time.

FAQ

BIS CRS Registration: Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what clients ask us most.

Have a product-specific question? Contact our team or WhatsApp +91 79799 60322.

It is the unique registration number BIS issues under CRS. It must be printed with the Standard Mark on the product, its packaging and the user manual.

Generally no. CRS is based on testing at a BIS-recognised lab and online registration. BIS can, however, carry out market surveillance and draw samples after registration.

CRS registration is typically valid for two years and must be renewed before expiry to keep selling or importing the product.

Yes. A foreign manufacturer applies directly but must nominate an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) based in India. DGC helps importers and overseas factories with AIR documentation.

Often, yes. BIS series or family guidelines allow testing of a representative model for a group of similar models. We plan the grouping to keep testing costs down.

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