BIS Registration (CRS) for Telephone Answering Machines– IS 13252 (PART 1)

BIS Registration for Telephone Answering Machines is mandatory. It ensures safety and confirms that the product meets the quality standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The telephone answering machine, also called an answering machine, answering phone, or message machine, dates back to 1898. It is a widely used communication device, popular across all age groups. Its main function is to record calls and messages when there is no immediate response.

Now, let’s look at its certification process, timeline, and cost.

Mandatory CRS Registration for Telephone Answering Machines

Telephone answering machines require a BIS CRS Registration and conform to IS 13252 (Part 1) to be sold in the Indian market. It helps protect consumers from substandard or unsafe electronic products. In July 2013, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) added several products under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS). Telephone Answering Machines were one of them. Under Scheme II of Schedule II, BIS registers and ensures that the product is of good quality and safe.

Specification of IS 13252 (Part 1)

IS 13252 (Part 1) is an Indian Standard that defines safety requirements for IT and electronic equipment, including devices that run on electricity or batteries.

• Applies to IT and electronic equipment such as computers, printers, laptops, routers, monitors, etc. 
• Covers risks related to electric shock, fire, radiation, and energy hazards
• Mandatory for certain electronic products under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) by BIS.
• Requires products to undergo testing in a BIS-recognized lab and receive BIS registration before sale in India

Procedure of BIS Registration for Telephone Answering Machines

Below, we have mentioned the BIS registration services for the Telephone Answering Machine:

Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer :

The BIS registration process has two parts: licensing and surveillance. The steps in the licensing process are as follows:

• Manufacturers submit an online application in the BIS Portal.
• Product samples will be tested from a BIS-approved laboratory.
• Submit an online/offline hardcopy of your application, together with a sample of test results.
• Verification of the report by BIS officials.
• Issuance of Licence.

Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer :

• Name an Indian representative who can speak on behalf of an international manufacturer.
• Submit an online application.
• Get a sample tested from a BIS-approved laboratory.
• Submit a hard copy of the application and the sample test report.
• Verification of the application by a BIS Official.
• Issuance of Licence.

BIS CRS Registration Documentation for Telephone Answering Machines 

The list of documents that BIS requires is as follows:

• The BIS application form was filled by properly.
• Name and address documentation for the factory and the applicant.
• Third-party lab test report in accordance with Indian Standards
• If the Application is signed by an authorised signatory, an authorization letter from the CEO in that person's name is necessary.
• The Indian Agent and Nomination Form information applies to overseas or international manufacturers.
• Technical information on the items, including the PCB layout, the schematic diagrams, the user guide, and the critical component list
• Recognition receipt
• Undertaking and Affidavit certified with ID Proof and authorized Native Representative's signature" (in case of the foreign or overseas manufacturer)
• Official Test Results from the BIS Laboratory

Important Points To Consider For Bis Registration :

Go through the important points you must keep in mind while obtaining CRS Registration for Telephone Answering Machines: 

• Choose a BIS-recognized testing lab and an experienced Service provider.
• When you choose a lab for sample testing, keep in mind that the lab's license should be valid and not suspended.
• All documents must be signed by the manufacturer, brand owner, and the Authorized Indian representative.
• In the Design Data Form (CDF), the product detail must be filled in accurately, and in the Critical Components List (CCL), the product component information should be correct.
• The test report is valid for 3 months/90 days. Before that, you have to submit

BIS Registration Cost under CRS for IS 13252 (PART 1) Certification in India

The BIS CRS Registration Fees are provided in the table below:

Why Choose ERCS for CRS Registration 

For manufacturers and importers, compliance with IS 13252 (Part 1) is not just about meeting legal requirements-it ensures product safety, market trust, and smooth entry into the Indian market. ERCS Pvt. Ltd., as the top BIS Consultant in India, has developed a vast network within the Information Technology Industry and various departments to assist in ensuring conformity of the product, BIS for Telephone Answering Machines, according to IS 13252 (Part 1).

Our team has experience in completing over 500 projects and is technically competent, associated with various Industries. We provide reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the Indian BIS guidelines.