Mandatory CRS Standards

CRS Mark for Wireless Microphone

Mandatory since 1 Oct 2020Electronics & IT Goods

BIS fee: ₹7,000 – ₹27,000; For each application, micro to large firms
Testing cost: ₹35,000 – ₹2,99,000; Based on 39 lab prices
HSN code: 85181000; Check the code with customs

Mandatory BIS CRS certification for wireless microphones sold in India, ensuring electrical safety and radio frequency compliance under IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 and applicable wireless audio equipment standards.

Applicable Indian Standards for CRS Mark for Wireless Microphone

IS number	Product	Testing cost
IS/IEC 62368-1:2023Replaces IS 616:2017	Wireless Microphone	₹35,000 – ₹2,99,00039 labs

Legal order: CRO 2021 - S.O.3429(E) 01-10-2020; MeitY
CRS: testing at BIS-recognised lab + self-declaration; NO physical sample drawn by BIS. Registration per model per factory.

BIS fee by firm size

You pay BIS a fee for each application. Micro and small firms pay less. You pay the lab for testing separately.

Large & medium firms: ₹27,000
Small firms: ₹14,500
Micro firms: ₹7,000

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All prices are a guide only and do not include GST. Rules and dates can change, so check the latest notice before you apply. Ask us for an up-to-date quote.

Common questions

Is BIS certification mandatory for wireless microphones?

Yes, BIS CRS certification under IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 is required for sale in India.

Who needs to apply for BIS certification?

Manufacturers (domestic or foreign) must apply; foreign manufacturers need an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).

How long is the BIS certification valid?

It is valid for two years and requires renewal.

Where is product testing done?

Testing must be conducted in a BIS-recognized lab.

Can one certification cover multiple manufacturing units?

No, each unit requires a separate certification.

Can I still register this product under IS 616:2017?

Yes, until 1 November 2028. IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 has replaced IS 616:2017, and until that date you can choose either standard; after it the old standard is withdrawn. We recommend testing to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 now, so you will not need a new test report later. Testing starts from ₹35,000.

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