This is a common question among manufacturers, importers, and brands dealing with Indian conformity requirements. The answer depends on which BIS scheme applies to your product—the ISI Certification Scheme or the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS).

First, identify the applicable Indian Standard (IS) and confirm whether your product is covered under ISI (license-based certification with factory surveillance) or CRS (mandatory registration for electronics and IT products). Clearly defining the scope—models or variants, ratings, and critical components—helps avoid confusion during application and post-approval verification.

Downloading BIS Documents: ISI vs CRS

·         CRS Products (Electronics & IT):
Under the CRS scheme, once the application is approved, the Registration Certificate (R-number) can be downloaded directly from the BIS portal. The downloadable document serves as official proof of BIS registration and is commonly used for customs clearance, tenders, and compliance records.

·         ISI-Certified Products:
For products under the ISI Scheme, BIS issues a License (CM/L). The full license document is not typically available for public download. However, license details—including validity status, manufacturer name, product scope, and applicable IS—can be verified online through the BIS/Manak portal. Manufacturers usually receive the official license letter directly from BIS, which can be shared with buyers or authorities if required.

Important Points to Remember

·         The BIS verification page is considered the most reliable public proof of certification for both ISI and CRS products.

·         Simply having an ISI mark or R-number on the product is not sufficient unless the details appear in the BIS database.

·         For audits, tenders, or regulatory checks, it is advisable to download or print the online verification result and keep it in your compliance records.

After approval, manufacturers must strictly follow BIS marking and packaging rules—using the ISI mark with the CM/L number or the CRS R-number along with the applicable IS reference. Records must be maintained for surveillance, renewals tracked, and any product changes (design, components, suppliers) evaluated for their impact on certification validity.

URL:- https://bis-certifications.com/download-bis-certificate-online