Role of BIS Certification
- BIS CRS Certification ensures compliance with Indian standards and regulations for electronic devices.
- It is mandatory for manufacturers to obtain BIS CRS Certification before releasing electronic products into the Indian market.
- The certification signifies that the electronic devices meet specified quality and safety standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
- It assures consumers that the electronic products they purchase adhere to established safety and performance standards.
- BIS CRS Certification helps prevent the sale and distribution of non-compliant or unsafe electronic devices in the Indian market.
- It ensures manufacturers comply with government regulations related to electronic products, contributing to overall regulatory adherence in the industry.
Products Covered Under BIS CRS Certification
The following are some essential documents needed for BIS CRS Certification:
- License for business of the production plant.
- Please send the Authorization Letter if the signatory is not the manufacturing facility's head.
- The manufacturer's ISO certificate.
- The application form
- The AIR Nomination Letter.
- Testing required document, such as CDF and CCL filled out.
- Affidavit and Authorized Indian Representative (In the event of a foreign manufacturer).
- Test Results Report.
- Certificate of Trademark
- Trademark Authorization Letter, in the event that the maker does not own the brand
- If an authorized signatory signs the Application, an authorization letter from the CEO in the name of the authorized signatory
- Product handbook for the equipment being used
Procedure for BIS CRS Certification
Below outlines the BIS Registration process in line with the BIS CRS Scheme:
- Online Application Submission: Initially, the applicant must submit an application on the BIS online CRS portal by completing the BIS registration form to obtain login credentials.
- Product Testing in BIS Approved Lab: Subsequently, applicants should generate test requests by logging in with their credentials and having their product tested at a BIS-approved laboratory.
- Offline/Online Application Submission: Following testing, the applicant must apply on the portal using the verified Test Report within 90 days of its issuance and submit all necessary documents as per the provided checklist.
- Scrutiny of Application: BIS officials will meticulously review the test report and all documents submitted along with the application.
- Grant of BIS License: Upon completion of the scrutiny process, the Bureau will issue a BIS license to manufacturers, allowing them to utilize or apply the Standard Mark, featuring a unique R-number, on their electronics and IT products.
Validity of BIS CRS Certificate in India
The BIS CRS Certification is valid for two years, after which it can be extended if the product and the standard remain the same.
How can Ornate assist you?
Ornate will offer end-to-end services for all Indian regulatory compliance and will assist you in obtaining the BIS CRS Certification without any problem.
Conclusion
Obtaining BIS registration for Electronics and IT products falling under the Compulsory Registration Scheme is obligatory before introducing them to the market. All manufacturers of electronic products must secure BIS registration for their products to utilize the BIS Standard Mark featuring an R-number.