BIS Registration in India — Mandatory Certification for Products Under BIS Act

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is India's national standards body — responsible for developing product standards and certifying products for safety and quality. BIS certification is mandatory for a large and growing list of products in India — from electronics and electrical goods to steel, cement and food products. Here is the complete guide to BIS registration and compliance for manufacturers and importers.

Two Key BIS Schemes for Businesses

1. BIS ISI Certification (Scheme I — Product Certification)

For Indian manufacturers. The ISI mark (Indian Standards Institute mark) is mandatory for products specified under Schedule I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations. Examples include:

• Cement, steel, LPG cylinders, valves and regulators
• Electrical appliances — geysers, fans, CFLs, switches, wiring accessories
• Infant food, packaged drinking water, milk powder
• Automotive components (tyres, helmets)
• Safety equipment — life jackets, fire extinguishers

2. BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) — for Electronics/IT Products

For electronics/IT products sold in India (by both Indian manufacturers and importers). Products require registration under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order. Examples include:

• Mobile phones and tablets
• Laptops and computers
• Power adapters, power banks
• LED lights and fixtures
• Smart wearables
• Set-top boxes

BIS Registration Process for Importers (CRS)

• Apply online at the BIS portal (manakonline.in)
• Submit test reports from BIS-recognised labs (Indian or accredited foreign labs)
• Product must be tested against the applicable Indian Standard
• Registration is granted per product model — each model requires separate registration
• Registration is valid for 2 years and must be renewed

Consequences of Non-Compliance

• Manufacturing or selling products requiring mandatory BIS certification without certification: fine up to ₹2 lakh and 2 years imprisonment
• Customs may reject import of non-compliant products requiring CRS registration
• E-commerce platforms increasingly require BIS compliance proof before listing products

Conclusion

BIS certification and registration is non-negotiable for products on the mandatory list — affecting manufacturers, importers and e-commerce sellers alike. SPOTON provides advisory on BIS compliance requirements and helps Kerala businesses connect with the right certification process. Contact us for expert product compliance and regulatory services.