BIS CRS Registration in India: Complete Guide to Compulsory Registration Scheme

BIS CRS Registration in India – What Manufacturers Need to Know

The Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is a BIS registration mechanism applicable to notified Electronics and Information Technology (E&IT) products. It operates under Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

Unlike the traditional BIS ISI certification under Scheme-I, CRS follows a self-declaration of conformity model: the manufacturer gets the notified product tested through a BIS-recognized laboratory and, after meeting the applicable requirements, applies to BIS for registration. The CRS brochure supplied for this article describes the scheme as a mechanism intended to address rapidly expanding electronics and IT sectors while protecting consumers from spurious and substandard products. BIS CRS Registration for electronics and IT Products.

BIS currently maintains the official CRS product list, and the list is periodically updated through notifications and amendments. Therefore, manufacturers should always verify the latest product category, applicable Indian Standard and implementation date before launching a product in India. (BIS)

What is CRS?

CRS stands for Compulsory Registration Scheme.

It is a BIS registration scheme under which manufacturers of products notified by the Government are required to demonstrate conformity to the applicable Indian Standard before the product can be legally marketed in India.

The CRS brochure states that the scheme operates under Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The official BIS website also identifies Scheme-II as the Registration Scheme and lists Electronics & IT goods notified for compulsory registration by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). (BIS)

CRS vs ISI Certification

Particular	CRS	ISI / Scheme-I
BIS Scheme	Scheme-II	Scheme-I
Nature	Registration	Licence
Main Product Area	Mainly notified Electronics & IT products	Various notified products
Testing	BIS-recognized laboratory	As prescribed under applicable certification scheme
Factory Inspection	CRS generally follows registration/self-declaration route	Factory assessment is normally an important part of licensing
Marking	BIS Standard Mark with Registration Number	ISI Standard Mark with Licence Number
Authority	BIS	BIS

Important: CRS should not be confused with a normal BIS ISI licence or with FMCS. BIS states that its FMCS covers foreign-manufactured products except Electronics & IT goods notified under CRS. (BIS)

Who Can Apply for CRS Registration?

The primary applicant under CRS is the manufacturer/manufacturing unit of a product notified under the applicable Compulsory Registration Order.

The BIS CRS brochure specifically states that a manufacturer/factory owner of a product falling within the ambit of a CRO notified by MeitY or the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) can apply.

Indian Manufacturers

An Indian manufacturer can apply when:

The product is covered under the CRS notification.
The product is manufactured at the declared manufacturing premises.
The product conforms to the applicable Indian Standard.
Testing has been completed through the prescribed BIS-recognized laboratory.

Foreign Manufacturers

Foreign manufacturers can also obtain CRS registration for notified products intended for the Indian market.

Where a foreign manufacturer does not have a liaison office or branch office in India, BIS requires the appointment of an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) in accordance with its guidelines. (CRSBIS)

The AIR must be an Indian resident and accepts responsibility for compliance with the applicable BIS requirements on behalf of the foreign manufacturer. (BIS)

Importers and Traders

CRS registration is fundamentally a manufacturer registration. An importer or trader cannot simply obtain CRS registration for a product manufactured by another company in their own name.

If an importer is also the actual manufacturer, the application can be made for that manufacturing unit.

Which Products are Covered Under CRS?

CRS applies only to products specifically notified by the Government. It is therefore not correct to assume that every electronic or IT product requires CRS registration.

The official BIS CRS portal maintains the current product list. (CRSBIS)

These categories are drawn from the current BIS CRS product listings; the applicable IS number and scope can differ by product. (BIS)

Important Note on the Product List

The CRS list is not static. New products, revised standards, amendments, implementation extensions and changeover requirements can be notified from time to time.

For example, the current BIS listing reflects amendments issued in 2026, including amendments to the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021. (BIS)

Therefore, before applying, manufacturers should verify:

Product category
Applicable Indian Standard
Current version of the Standard
Applicable notification
Implementation date
Any exemption
Latest amendment/changeover requirement

Applicable Indian Standard Under CRS

Every CRS product category is linked to a specified Indian Standard (IS).

Examples include:

Product	Example Applicable Standard
Laptop / Notebook / Tablet	IS 13252 (Part 1) / applicable notified version
Microwave Oven	IS 302-2-25
UPS / Inverter ≤ 10 kVA	IS 16242 (Part 1)
CCTV Camera / Recorder	Applicable notified safety standard
Mobile Phones	Applicable notified mobile-phone standard
LED Luminaires	Relevant parts of IS 10322
Induction Stove	IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6
Rice Cooker	IS 302 (Part 2): Section 15

The exact applicable standard should always be checked against the current BIS CRS notification, because standards and product requirements can be revised. (BIS)

What is the Implementation Date Under CRS?

There is no single implementation date for all CRS products.

Each product category is introduced through a notification with its own implementation date.

For example, several of the original CRS product categories listed by BIS have an implementation date of 3 July 2013, while later products were introduced on different dates. (CRSBIS)

Therefore, the correct approach is to check the implementation date against the specific product and notification, rather than using one common CRS date.

Why is the Implementation Date Important?

After the applicable implementation date, manufacturers must comply with the notified CRS requirements before placing the covered product on the Indian market.

A product covered by a Compulsory Registration Order should not be treated as a normal voluntary BIS registration.

CRS Registration Procedure – Step-by-Step

Step 1: Identify Product Applicability

First, determine whether your product falls under the CRS list.

Kar Parivartan can assist in identifying:

Product category
Applicable Indian Standard
Latest version of the Standard
Applicable notification
Implementation date
Model/series applicability

Step 2: Identify the Manufacturing Unit

CRS registration is associated with the manufacturing unit.

The manufacturer should ensure that the name and complete address of the manufacturing premises are correctly reflected in the application and supporting documents.

BIS rules provide for separate registration for each manufacturing unit for notified articles. (BIS)

Step 3: Select a BIS-Recognized Laboratory

The product must be tested through a laboratory recognized by BIS under CRS for the applicable scope.

The CRS portal instructs applicants to submit the product for testing to a BIS-recognized laboratory according to the applicable MeitY series guidelines. (CRSBIS)

Step 4: Product Testing

The laboratory tests the product against the applicable Indian Standard.

The test report is a critical part of the CRS application.

The current CRS instructions state that the test report should not be more than 90 days old at the time of online submission. (CRSBIS)

The manufacturer must also ensure conformity of the product to the requirements of the applicable Indian Standard mentioned in the test report. (CRSBIS)

Step 5: Obtain CRS Portal Login Credentials

The brochure describes the initial process as:

Obtain login credentials.
Generate a Test Request.
Submit the sample to the laboratory.
Apply on the portal after receiving confirmation/release of the test report online.

The CRS portal provides the online registration mechanism for manufacturers.

Step 6: Generate Test Request

According to the CRS brochure:

Login using existing credentials.
Enter sample details.
Select an approved laboratory.
Wait for confirmation from the selected laboratory.
If the selected laboratory is unavailable, another approved laboratory can be selected.
Print the Test Request containing the QR code.

Step 7: Submit Sample to Laboratory

The brochure states that the applicant should:

Display/paste the QR code on the sample/package for easy scanning.
Submit the sample along with a copy of the Test Request.
Send the sample and Test Request within the prescribed period.
Receive acknowledgement from the laboratory.
Receive notification from the laboratory upon completion of testing along with the Test Report Number.

Step 8: Apply Online for CRS Registration

After the test report is available:

Login using existing credentials.
Select the Test Request reference.
Submit the undertaking/declaration of conformity.
Pay the applicable BIS fee.
Fill in the required details.
Submit the application.
Receive acknowledgement.
Submit the required affidavit/documents as prescribed.

The BIS CRS portal confirms that applicants apply online and submit original test reports issued by BIS-recognized laboratories with the application. (CRSBIS)

Documents Generally Required for CRS

Depending on the product and applicant type, documents can include:

For Indian Manufacturers

Manufacturing unit registration proof
Complete factory address proof
Business registration documents
Test report from BIS-recognized laboratory
Form VI / applicable application documents
Self-evaluation / declaration of conformity
Affidavit-cum-undertaking
Brand/trademark documents, where applicable
Product/model details
Critical component details
Authorization documents, where applicable
Applicable fee payment evidence

BIS provides specific CRS forms, checklists and formats, including Form VI, Form IX for renewal, test-report undertaking formats and the domestic manufacturer affidavit format. (CRSBIS)

For Foreign Manufacturers

In addition to the relevant manufacturer documents:

Authorized Indian Representative nomination
AIR affidavit-cum-undertaking
Foreign manufacturer details
Manufacturing unit documents
Product test report
Brand/trademark documents
Applicable authorization documents

BIS specifically requires foreign applicants without a liaison office or branch office in India to appoint an AIR as per the prescribed guidelines. (CRSBIS)

What Happens After Application Submission?

BIS examines the application and supporting documents.

If the application is complete and the product complies with the applicable requirements, BIS grants the CRS registration.

The registration enables the manufacturer to use the applicable BIS Standard Mark/registration details in accordance with BIS marking requirements.

The CRS brochure describes the scheme as a registration/self-declaration mechanism rather than the traditional Scheme-I licensing process.

How to Submit Samples Correctly?

A common reason for delays is incorrect sample submission.

According to the supplied BIS brochure:

Generate the Test Request.
Print the QR code.
Display/paste the QR code on the sample/package.
Submit the sample to the selected approved laboratory.
Include the Test Request copy.
Follow the laboratory’s instructions for testing.

CRS Model Inclusion

Once a manufacturer has CRS registration, additional models of the same product and brand can be requested for inclusion under the existing registration, subject to the applicable requirements.

BIS states that registered manufacturers can request inclusion of new models of the same product and brand under the same registration number. (CRSBIS)

The manufacturer must submit the applicable test report and other prescribed documents and pay the applicable fee.

BIS currently indicates a normal time of 10 working days for grant of inclusion, subject to the applicable process and complete submission. (CRSBIS)

CRS Renewal

CRS registration is not necessarily a one-time activity.

The current CRS portal states that registration is initially granted for two years, after which manufacturers can apply for renewal for another two years. (CRSBIS)

The renewal process includes:

Login to the CRS portal
Request renewal
Enter production details
Provide quantity marked under the Standard Mark/self-declaration
Upload required documents
Submit Form IX and fee details
Make payment
Complete the prescribed submission process

For foreign manufacturers, AIR-related requirements continue to apply. (CRSBIS)

Changes That Can Be Managed Under CRS

Registered manufacturers may need to update their registration when there are changes such as:

Manufacturer name
Factory address
Management composition
Authorized signatory
Authorized Indian Representative
Brand-related details
Additional models
Critical components
Withdrawal of models

The supplied BIS brochure specifically describes procedures for inclusion, renewal, change of AIR, other profile changes, critical component list updates and model withdrawal.

Critical Component List (CCL)

For products where critical components are applicable, manufacturers must ensure that the declared critical component details remain aligned with the applicable requirements.

The CRS brochure includes a procedure for updating the Critical Component List (CCL):

Login using existing credentials.
Go to CCL Update.
Upload the relevant test report after verification.
Submit the declaration of conformity.
Pay the applicable fee.
Generate the receipt.
Receive acknowledgement by email.

Withdrawal of Models

If a manufacturer wants to remove models from an existing CRS registration, the brochure provides a model withdrawal procedure through the CRS portal.

This is particularly useful when:

A model is discontinued.
A product is no longer manufactured.
A product is being replaced with a new model.
The manufacturer wants to maintain an updated registration portfolio.

Benefits of CRS Registration

CRS registration helps manufacturers:

✅ Meet Mandatory Regulatory Requirements

Products covered by a compulsory registration order must meet the notified requirements.

✅ Access the Indian Market

Valid registration helps manufacturers legally market covered products in India.

✅ Build Consumer Confidence

BIS registration demonstrates conformity with the applicable Indian Standard.

✅ Support Import Compliance

Foreign manufacturers can complete the necessary BIS registration requirements before supplying products to India.

✅ Strengthen Brand Credibility

Compliance with Indian regulatory requirements improves confidence among distributors, retailers and customers.

What Happens If a Product Requires CRS but Registration is Not Obtained?

A manufacturer should not manufacture, import, sell or distribute a product in violation of an applicable Compulsory Registration Order.

The CRS brochure explains that the Compulsory Registration Order prevents entities from manufacturing, importing, selling or distributing goods that do not conform to the specified Indian Standard and do not bear the required Standard Mark.

Potential consequences of non-compliance can include:

Regulatory action
Restriction on sale/import of the covered product
Product-related enforcement action
Financial and legal consequences under the applicable law
Loss of market access
Business disruption
Reputational damage

The exact consequence depends on the applicable notification, BIS Act/rules and circumstances of the violation.

CRS Registration Timeline

There is no single universal timeline for every CRS registration.

The overall timeline depends on:

Product category
Applicable Indian Standard
Laboratory availability
Testing duration
Test report readiness
Documentation completeness
BIS scrutiny
Queries raised by BIS
Applicant’s response time

Indicative Workflow

Product Assessment → Laboratory Testing → Test Report → Online Application → BIS Scrutiny → Registration

The most important step for reducing delays is to ensure that the product is tested against the correct current standard and scope and that the test report and manufacturer details are correct.

CRS for Foreign Manufacturers

Foreign manufacturers selling notified Electronics & IT products in India should pay particular attention to CRS.

Foreign Manufacturer Process

1. Product applicability check
↓
2. Identify applicable Indian Standard
↓
3. Select BIS-recognized laboratory
↓
4. Test product
↓
5. Appoint AIR, where required
↓
6. Generate CRS application
↓
7. Submit test report and documents
↓
8. BIS scrutiny
↓
9. Registration grant
↓
10. Maintain renewal and model compliance

BIS specifically requires an AIR for foreign applicants that do not have a liaison office or branch office in India. (CRSBIS)

CRS vs FMCS – Which One Does a Foreign Manufacturer Need?

This is a common question.

If the product is a notified Electronics & IT product under CRS:

➡️ CRS Registration is applicable.

If the product is not covered under CRS but is subject to mandatory BIS certification:

➡️ The applicable BIS certification route, including FMCS for eligible foreign manufacturers, may apply.

BIS states that FMCS is available for foreign manufacturers for products conforming to Indian Standards, except Electronics & IT goods notified under CRS. (BIS)

Therefore, foreign manufacturers should not automatically apply for FMCS merely because they are exporting to India. The product’s regulatory route must first be identified.

Frequently Asked Questions – CRS Registration

1. What is CRS?

CRS stands for Compulsory Registration Scheme, a BIS Scheme-II registration mechanism for notified products, particularly Electronics & IT products notified by MeitY.

2. Is CRS the same as BIS Certification?

No. CRS is a BIS registration scheme under Scheme-II, whereas the traditional ISI certification route generally operates under Scheme-I.

3. Is CRS mandatory?

Yes, where the product has been specifically notified under the applicable Compulsory Registration Order.

4. Who can apply for CRS?

The manufacturer/manufacturing unit of a notified product can apply. The supplied BIS brochure identifies the manufacturer/factory owner as the applicant.

5. Can an importer apply for CRS?

An importer who is not the manufacturer cannot obtain registration in place of the actual manufacturing unit.

6. Can foreign manufacturers obtain CRS registration?

Yes. Foreign manufacturers of notified products can apply. Where required, they must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). (CRSBIS)

7. What is an AIR?

AIR means Authorized Indian Representative. For eligible foreign applicants, the AIR is an Indian resident who accepts responsibility for compliance with applicable BIS requirements on behalf of the foreign manufacturer. (BIS)

8. Is product testing required?

Yes. The product must be tested through a laboratory recognized by BIS under CRS for the applicable scope. (CRSBIS)

9. How old can the test report be?

The current CRS online instructions state that the test report should not be more than 90 days old at the time of online submission. (CRSBIS)

10. Is factory inspection required under CRS?

CRS is based on registration and self-declaration of conformity rather than the traditional Scheme-I factory-licensing process. However, manufacturers remain responsible for maintaining conformity and complying with applicable BIS requirements.

11. How long is CRS registration valid?

The current CRS portal states that registration is initially granted for two years, with renewal possible for another two years. (CRSBIS)

12. Can additional models be added?

Yes. Registered manufacturers can apply for inclusion of additional models of the same product and brand under the same registration, subject to applicable requirements. (CRSBIS)

13. Can models be withdrawn?

Yes. The CRS portal provides a model withdrawal procedure.

14. Can the critical component list be updated?

Yes, where applicable, manufacturers can request CCL updates through the CRS portal.

15. Is there one implementation date for all CRS products?

No. Implementation dates depend on the specific notification/product category. The BIS CRS database lists different dates for different products. (CRSBIS)

16. Is every electronic product covered under CRS?

No. Only products specifically notified under the applicable CRS/CRO framework are covered.

17. What happens if the product is covered but CRS registration is not obtained?

Marketing a covered product without complying with the applicable compulsory registration requirements can expose the manufacturer/importer/seller to regulatory enforcement and loss of market access.

18. Where can the latest CRS product list be checked?

The official BIS CRS portal and BIS website maintain the product/category information. (BIS)

How Kar Parivartan Can Help with CRS Registration

At Kar Parivartan, we provide end-to-end assistance for manufacturers and foreign brands seeking BIS CRS compliance.

Our CRS Services Include:

Product applicability assessment
Identification of applicable Indian Standard
CRS notification verification
Implementation-date assessment
BIS-recognized laboratory coordination
Sample/testing coordination
Test report review
CRS application preparation
Online application support
Documentation and affidavit support
AIR coordination for foreign manufacturers
BIS query handling
Model inclusion
Renewal assistance
Critical Component List updates
Model withdrawal
Post-registration compliance support

Our objective is to simplify the regulatory process and help manufacturers enter and operate in the Indian market with the correct BIS compliance pathway.

Why Choose Kar Parivartan?

Kar Parivartan supports businesses with practical regulatory guidance across BIS and related Indian compliance requirements.

Our team can help you determine whether your product requires:

before you invest in testing or application filing.

Contact Kar Parivartan

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