Sell or import power banks in India with confidence. Legal Startup guides you through BIS CRS registration, from lab testing and documents to the application, R-number and product marking, for manufacturers, importers, brands and foreign suppliers.
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BIS certification for power banks in India means registering the product under the Bureau of Indian Standards Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for electronics and IT goods. The power bank is tested in a BIS-recognised lab, registered with BIS, and then marked with the Standard Mark and registration number before it is sold or imported.
Last updated: October 2026. Standards, notified product lists, fees and procedures are revised by BIS and MeitY from time to time, so we confirm the current position before testing and filing.
The Compulsory Registration Scheme was introduced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) with BIS to ensure that listed electronic and IT products meet basic safety standards. A power bank holds a lithium battery, so it carries fire and overheating risks if poorly made. BIS registration is meant to keep unsafe products out of the Indian market.
Under CRS, you do not simply buy a certificate. The product is tested for safety in a BIS-recognised lab, the applicant files documents on the BIS portal, and BIS grants a registration number once everything is in order. The registration is tied to the manufacturer, the factory and the brand, and BIS can carry out market surveillance afterwards.
Selling power banks without valid registration can lead to seizure, penalties under the BIS Act, 2016, and delisting by marketplaces. Brand owners should also protect their name; see our trademark registration online service, since BIS applications often ask for brand ownership details.
The key facts every power bank seller should know.
The route depends on where and by whom the power bank is made and sold.
You make power banks in India under your own factory.
Your brand is made by an OEM or ODM factory.
You import power banks for sale in India.
A manufacturer abroad wants to sell into India.
You have several capacities or product variants.
Your registration is expiring or details have changed.
Not sure which route applies to you? Send us your product details and our experts will advise free of charge.
What BIS expects before it registers a power bank.
The power bank must meet the applicable Indian Standard, generally IS 13252 (Part 1):2010.
Samples are tested in a laboratory recognised by BIS and the test report is submitted.
The applicant, factory and brand are identified clearly in the application.
Circuit diagram, component list, battery details and label information are provided.
Foreign manufacturers appoint an Indian representative to handle the registration.
The Standard Mark and registration number are shown on the product and packaging as required.
Registration is for a fixed period and must be renewed before it expires.
Products sold must continue to match the registered design and BIS surveillance requirements.
From product check to registration number and marking.
Timelines depend on lab schedules, document readiness and BIS processing. Not to scale.
We confirm that your power bank is covered, the applicable standard, and whether you need an Authorised Indian Representative.
We help you choose a BIS-recognised lab and prepare the samples and technical information it needs.
We prepare the application file, declarations, authorisations and supporting records.
The application is submitted with the test report, documents and prescribed fees.
We follow the application and answer any query from BIS within the time allowed.
Once registered, we guide you on marking the product and packaging, and note the renewal date.
Keep these ready to avoid delays. Our expert will confirm the exact list for your case.
The total cost depends on the number of models, the lab you choose, whether the factory is in India or abroad, and any retesting. It generally has three parts:
Charged by the BIS-recognised lab and depend on the model and test scope. We help you compare before you commit.
Application and registration fees are set by BIS and can change, so we confirm the current fees before filing.
Our fee depends on the number of models and the case. Call free for a custom quote before you pay anything.
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Choose the situation that matches your product, or call free for a custom quote.
You make or sell power banks in India and need BIS registration.
You import power banks or manufacture them overseas for India.
Several models, a brand change or a registration about to expire.
Our professional fee is quoted after a free call. BIS fees and lab testing charges are separate and set by BIS and the lab. Not sure which option fits? Ask for a free consultation.
Anyone who manufactures, imports or sells power banks in India.
Factories producing power banks for the Indian market.
Companies selling power banks under their own brand through contract makers.
Businesses bringing power banks into India for resale.
Overseas manufacturers selling to Indian customers or distributors.
Sellers who need valid BIS details for their product listings.
Businesses supplying branded power banks in bulk.
A quick view of how these approvals differ. Ask us which ones apply to your product.
| Approval | Covers | How it works | Mark or number | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIS CRS registration | Notified electronics and IT goods, including power banks | Test in a recognised lab, then register | Standard Mark with R-number | Needed to sell power banks |
| BIS ISI Mark | Other notified products under product certification | Licence with factory assessment | ISI Mark | A different scheme from CRS |
| WPC approval | Devices with radio or wireless features | Separate approval from the telecom authority | Approval reference | May apply if the power bank has wireless parts |
| Battery waste rules | Producers and importers of batteries | Registration and extended producer responsibility | Registration details | May apply to power bank producers and importers |
Most delays come from wrong testing, missing documents and unclear brand details.
Registration is the start of ongoing compliance.
Show the Standard Mark and R-number as required on every registered power bank.
Inform BIS of changes in design, brand, factory or address, and retest if required.
Maintain test reports, production records and labels in case of BIS surveillance.
File the renewal well before the validity ends so there is no gap in sales.
Quick answers on BIS registration for power banks in India.
Yes. Power banks are covered under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme for electronics and IT goods, so they must be registered and carry the BIS Standard Mark with the registration number before being sold or imported.
Power banks are generally tested to IS 13252 (Part 1):2010, with battery cell requirements referred to under IS 16046. Standards are revised from time to time, so we confirm the current standard before testing.
The Compulsory Registration Scheme requires notified electronics to be tested in a BIS-recognised lab and registered with BIS. After approval, BIS issues a unique registration number, commonly called the R-number, which is shown on the product.
Get samples tested at a BIS-recognised lab, prepare the documents, apply on the BIS portal for registration, and after approval mark the product and packaging with the Standard Mark and R-number as required.
Yes. A foreign manufacturer generally applies through an Authorised Indian Representative in India, who is responsible for the registration and dealings with BIS. Importers must also ensure the product they import is registered.
BIS CRS registrations are generally granted for a fixed period, commonly two years, and can be renewed before expiry. We confirm the current validity and renewal timing for your registration.
Registration is linked to the manufacturer, factory, brand and model, although similar models may be grouped as a series in some cases. Tell us your range and we will advise how to structure the applications.
Applicant and factory details, authorisation of the signatory, test report from a BIS-recognised lab, product details such as battery type and capacity, circuit diagram and component list, label and photographs, and a trademark certificate or brand authorisation where relevant.
No. Selling, importing or storing for sale notified goods without registration can lead to enforcement action, seizure and penalties under the BIS Act, 2016, and marketplaces and customs commonly ask for BIS details.
The total cost depends on the number of models, lab testing charges, BIS fees and our professional fee. The government and lab charges are separate. Call us free for a custom quote before you pay anything.
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