BIS CRS Registration for Glass Screen Protectors: Complete 2026 Guide (IS 19348:2025)

If you manufacture, import, or sell glass screen protectors for smartphones in India, BIS CRS registration is becoming compulsory for this category. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology added smartphone screen protectors to the Compulsory Registration Order through Gazette notification S.O. 5190(E) dated 21 September 2026, requiring compliance with IS 19348:2025 (Glass Screen Protector — Specification) from 1 April 2027. To register, applicants submit test reports from a BIS-recognised lab — under the CRS scheme, a factory audit is not a mandatory step, unlike the ISI Standard Mark license. Once granted, a BIS registration/licence under Scheme-II is valid for 5 years and can be renewed for a further 5 years, with fees paid annually. Here's a complete, practical breakdown of what this means for your business.

• Screen protectors for smartphones are now listed at S. No. 66 of the CRS Order via notification S.O. 5190(E) — compliance becomes mandatory from 1 April 2027.
• Applicable standard: IS 19348:2025 — "Glass Screen Protector — Specification," issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
• BIS registrations/licenses under Scheme-II now carry a 5-year initial validity and a 5-year renewal term, with annual fee payment in advance.
• CRS registration is based on lab test reports, not a mandatory factory inspection — a key operational difference from the ISI mark process.

What Is BIS CRS Registration for Glass Screen Protectors?

The Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is a product-safety framework run by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It applies to electronics and IT goods that are notified under the "Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021." Once a product category is added to this Order's schedule, no manufacturer, importer, distributor, or seller can market that product in India without a valid BIS registration number — commonly referred to as the R-Number.

CRS is different from the more familiar ISI mark. The ISI mark is granted under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, mostly for items like cement, steel, and LPG cylinders, and it involves an ongoing licence with periodic surveillance. CRS registration, on the other hand, is processed under Scheme-II and is built around self-declaration backed by test reports rather than an operating factory licence with a mark stamped on every unit.

Glass screen protectors for smartphones are the newest addition to this list, which already covers mobile phones, chargers, power banks, LED products, and a wide range of other electronic and IT goods sold in the Indian market.

Why Do Glass Screen Protectors Now Need BIS CRS Registration?

On 21 September 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) published Gazette notification S.O. 5190(E), amending the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021. The notification was issued in exercise of powers under sub-sections (1) and (2) of Section 16, read with sub-section (3) of Section 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, and is signed by Sushil Pal, Joint Secretary (File No. W-47/8/2023-IPHW).

The amendment inserts a new entry — Serial Number 66 — into the schedule of the Order, bringing "Screen Protectors for smartphones" under compulsory registration against Indian Standard IS 19348:2025. Here is the notification at a glance:

In simple terms: from 1 April 2027, glass screen protectors sold for smartphones in India must carry a valid BIS CRS registration and comply with IS 19348:2025. Businesses have a lead-in window before that date, and using it well matters — testing and registration timelines can run into several weeks, so waiting until the deadline is close is the biggest avoidable risk.

What Is IS 19348:2025 and What Does It Cover?

IS 19348:2025, titled "Glass Screen Protector — Specification," is the Indian Standard that will govern quality, safety, and performance requirements for glass screen protectors sold for smartphones in India. As with other BIS product standards, it lays down the technical parameters a screen protector must meet — covering aspects such as material quality, dimensional accuracy, optical clarity, surface hardness, and safe handling/breakage behaviour — along with the test methods used to verify them.

Because the exact clause-by-clause requirements are detailed in the standard document itself, manufacturers and importers should procure the full IS 19348:2025 standard from BIS and share it with their testing lab and quality team before starting the registration process, rather than relying on a summary. This ensures the product formulation and test plan are aligned from day one.

What Does 1 April 2027 Mean for BIS CRS Compliance?

The compliance date gives the industry a runway rather than an immediate deadline. That said, the registration journey — sourcing a compliant sample, getting it tested at a BIS-recognised lab, preparing documentation, and getting the application processed — is not instantaneous. Brands that start early avoid the last-minute rush that typically hits an industry when a new CRS category goes live, when testing labs and BIS offices see a spike in applications close to the effective date.

How Should You Plan the BIS CRS Registration Timeline?

• Now – Early 2027: Finalise product specification against IS 19348:2025, select a BIS-recognised testing lab, and get sample testing done.
• Well before 1 April 2027: File the CRS application with test reports and required documents, and track it through to grant of the registration number.
• From 1 April 2027: Only screen protectors with a valid BIS registration number can be manufactured, imported, stored for sale, sold, or distributed in India.

How Long Is a BIS CRS Registration Valid and How Does Renewal Work?

Separately from the screen protector notification, BIS has revised how long a licence/registration granted under Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 stays valid — and CRS registrations for electronics and IT goods, including the upcoming screen protector category, fall under this Scheme-II framework. Following an amendment dated 25 February 2026, the validity and renewal rules now read as follows:

The practical takeaway for screen protector brands: once you receive your CRS registration, mark two dates on your compliance calendar — the annual fee due date (every year) and the 5-year renewal date. Missing the annual fee deadline can trigger suspension even within a valid 5-year period, so this isn't a "set and forget" certificate.

Is a Factory Inspection Required for BIS CRS Registration?

This is one of the most common questions brands ask when they hear "BIS certification," because the ISI mark process is associated with factory audits. Under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), the model is different: CRS registration is granted on the basis of test reports obtained from a BIS-recognised testing laboratory against the applicable Indian Standard (IS 19348:2025 for screen protectors), rather than a mandatory pre-registration factory inspection of the kind carried out for an ISI (Scheme-I) licence.

In practical terms, this means the compliance route for screen protector manufacturers and importers is primarily testing-led: get representative samples tested at an approved lab, submit the test report with your application, and BIS reviews the application and documentation to grant the registration number. This keeps the process faster and less operationally heavy than a factory-licence model — though applicants should still confirm the current procedural requirements on the official BIS CRS portal at the time of filing, since scheme guidelines are updated from time to time.

Who Needs BIS CRS Registration for Glass Screen Protectors?

• Indian manufacturers producing glass screen protectors for smartphones.
• Importers and brand owners who source screen protectors from overseas (including China and other manufacturing hubs) for sale in India.
• E-commerce sellers and marketplace brands listing screen protectors that fall under a notified CRS category.
• Foreign manufacturers without an Indian office, who must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) to apply for and hold the registration on their behalf.

What Documents Are Required for BIS CRS Registration?

• Business incorporation / registration proof of the applicant entity.
• GST registration certificate.
• Test report from a BIS-recognised laboratory, issued against IS 19348:2025.
• Product technical specification / datasheet describing the screen protector's construction and materials.
• Manufacturing unit address proof (for domestic manufacturers) or manufacturing facility details of the overseas plant (for imported products).
• Authorisation letter / Power of Attorney appointing an Authorised Indian Representative, where applicable.
• Brand and trademark details, if the product is sold under a registered brand name.
• Declaration of conformity and other application forms as prescribed on the BIS CRS portal.
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the authorised signatory, required for filing the online application.

How Do You Complete the BIS CRS Registration Process Step by Step?

• Step 1 — Confirm applicability: Check whether your specific screen protector product falls under S. No. 66 of the CRS schedule and IS 19348:2025.
• Step 2 — Get the product tested: Send representative samples to a BIS-recognised testing laboratory for evaluation against IS 19348:2025.
• Step 3 — Compile documentation: Gather the business, product, and authorisation documents listed above.
• Step 4 — File the application: Submit the application through the official BIS CRS online portal, along with the test report and supporting documents.
• Step 5 — Pay applicable fees: Pay the prescribed application/registration fee as per the BIS fee schedule in force at the time of filing.
• Step 6 — BIS review: BIS examines the application and test report; queries, if any, are raised for clarification or resubmission.
• Step 7 — Grant of registration: On successful review, BIS issues the registration certificate along with a unique R-Number.
• Step 8 — Mark your products: Display the BIS registration/R-Number on the product and its packaging as required.
• Step 9 — Stay compliant: Track the annual fee due date and the 5-year renewal timeline to keep the registration active.

How Much Does BIS CRS Registration Cost?

BIS CRS registration involves a few distinct cost components: the BIS application/registration fee, the annual fee payable in advance to keep the registration active, and the testing fee charged by the BIS-recognized laboratory for evaluating the product against IS 19348:2025.

Government fees are fixed by BIS and are subject to periodic revision, so rather than quoting figures that can go out of date, it's best to confirm the current fee schedule on the official BIS portal — or get an up-to-date quote from a registration partner like Silvereye Certifications — at the time you're ready to file.

What Are the BIS CRS Validity, Renewal and Compliance Requirements?

What Are the Benefits of BIS CRS Registration for Screen Protector Brands?

• Legal market access: You can manufacture, import, and sell screen protectors in India without the risk of stop-sale action once the category becomes mandatory.
• Smoother customs clearance: A valid registration number reduces friction and delays for imported screen protector consignments at Indian ports.
• Marketplace eligibility: Major e-commerce platforms increasingly ask for BIS registration proof before listing regulated electronic accessories.
• Consumer trust: A BIS registration number signals that the product has been evaluated against a recognised national safety and quality standard.
• First-mover advantage: Brands that register early can keep selling without interruption while unregistered competitors scramble closer to the deadline.

What Happens If You Do Not Get BIS CRS Registration?

The BIS Act, 2016 gives the Bureau enforcement powers over goods that fall under a compulsory registration order. Manufacturing, storing for sale, selling, or importing a notified product — such as a glass screen protector after 1 April 2027 — without a valid BIS registration number can expose a business to regulatory action, which may include seizure of non-compliant stock, monetary penalties, and other consequences prescribed under the Act.

E-commerce platforms can also delist products that don't carry the required compliance marking. The safest and least costly path is simply to register before the compliance date rather than deal with enforcement after it.

How Can Silvereye Certifications Help With BIS CRS Registration?

Navigating a new CRS category — understanding the standard, choosing the right testing lab, assembling documentation correctly, and tracking the application through to grant — takes time that most product and operations teams don't have to spare. Silvereye Certifications works with manufacturers, importers, and brand owners on end-to-end BIS CRS registration for electronics and IT goods, including the newly notified glass screen protector category under IS 19348:2025.

The team at Silvereye Certifications helps you interpret the standard correctly, coordinates with BIS-recognised testing laboratories, prepares and files the CRS application, liaises with BIS on queries, and keeps track of your annual fee and 5-year renewal timelines so your registration never lapses by oversight. If you'd rather focus on your product and let a specialist handle the compliance paperwork, that's exactly the gap Silvereye Certifications is built to close.

What Should Glass Screen Protector Brands Do Before the BIS CRS Deadline?

The compliance picture for glass screen protector brands in India has become a lot clearer with two recent developments: the addition of screen protectors to the CRS schedule under IS 19348:2025 with a compliance date of 1 April 2027, and the revised 5-year validity and annual-fee structure for BIS registrations under Scheme-II. Neither is something to leave for the last quarter before the deadline — testing, documentation, and application review all take time, and a registration once granted still needs annual attention to stay valid.

If you manufacture, import, or sell smartphone screen protectors in India, the practical next step is to get your product tested against IS 19348:2025 and start the CRS application well ahead of April 2027. Silvereye Certifications can guide you through the entire process — from standard interpretation and lab coordination to filing, follow-up, and long-term renewal tracking — so your business stays compliant without the guesswork.

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