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Get your BIS certification and launch your product legally in India

Ensure your products meet Indian quality and safety standards with our BIS experts. From application to audit and licence grant, we handle every step so your business stays 100% compliant and market-ready.

  • ISI, CRS & FMCS schemes
  • Typically 4–6 weeks
  • Valid for 2 years, renewable
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What is a BIS certificate?

BIS Certification is granted by the Bureau of Indian Standards under the BIS Act, 2016 and proves that your product meets India's safety, quality, and compliance standards. From paperwork to lab testing and formalities, we simplify the entire process so you can focus on growing your business with confidence and credibility.

The cost depends on the product category, number of samples, and testing lab charges. Generally, the certification is valid for 2 years and can be renewed further by paying renewal fees and submitting updated documents.

How BIS certification adds value to your business

Guarantees product quality

ISI-marked products ensure your goods meet national safety and performance standards.

Reduces losses & rejections

Certified products face fewer returns, less wastage, and lower manufacturing defects.

Builds consumer trust

Customers prefer BIS-certified products, strengthening brand reputation and loyalty.

Improves market access

BIS certification is legally mandatory for 380+ products — without it, you can't sell them in India.

Boosts business growth

Better product reliability leads to better market performance, exports, and long‑term profits.

Compliance that protects you

Avoid penalties, bans, or product recalls through verified BIS legal compliance.

Eligibility for BIS

Manufacturers

Indian and foreign manufacturers producing goods under BIS-mandated categories must obtain certification before market entry.

Assemblers

Businesses assembling components into finished products (especially electronics and IT goods) must secure BIS certification for the final product under applicable Indian Standards.

Importers

Importers of regulated products must ensure that those goods are BIS-certified and labelled correctly before entering the Indian market.

Brand owners / private labellers

Companies selling products under their brand name, even if manufactured by a third party, are responsible for BIS compliance.

OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers)

OEMs manufacturing products or components for other brands must get certification for any product under BIS jurisdiction.

Distributors / dealers

While not required to apply directly, they must only distribute BIS-compliant products to avoid regulatory action.

Retailers (B2B & B2C)

Retailers, both offline and online, must verify BIS marking on regulated products they stock and sell.

Foreign manufacturers

Overseas manufacturers exporting to India must apply under the FMCS scheme and appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR).

E-commerce sellers / platforms

Marketplaces and sellers listing electronics, IT products, and appliances online are required to ensure all items listed are BIS-certified.

Types of BIS certification we offer

Choose the pathway that fits your product and market entry plan.

Compulsory Certification (ISI Mark) — Scheme I

  • Mandatory for products listed under BIS schedules
  • Requires testing in BIS recognized labs
  • Grants permission to use the ISI mark

Voluntary Certification Scheme

  • Ideal for products outside the mandatory list
  • Signals quality and improves brand credibility
  • Faster market acceptance and customer confidence

Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)

  • For electronics / IT products notified by MeitY
  • Requires testing and registration before sale
  • Self-declaration label (not ISI mark)

Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS)

  • For overseas manufacturers exporting to India
  • Includes Indian lab testing and factory inspection
  • Requires an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR)

Industries we cater to

Chemical

  • Paints: IS 2074
  • Caustic Soda: IS 252
  • Sulphuric Acid: IS 266
  • Synthetic Food Colours: IS 5346
  • Fertilisers & Pesticides: IS 14552, IS 6438

Civil engineering

  • Cement: IS 2645, IS 14182, etc.
  • Concrete Blocks: IS 2185
  • Manhole Covers: IS 12592
  • Chequered Tiles: IS 13801
  • Steel Bars for Concrete: IS 432 (Part 2)

Electro-technical

  • Wires & Cables: IS 694, IS 7098
  • Circuit Breakers: IS/IEC 60898
  • Electrical Accessories: IS 3854
  • Distribution Transformers: IS 1180

Food & agriculture

  • Milk Powder: IS 1165
  • Skimmed Milk Powder: IS 13334
  • Iodised Salt: IS 7224
  • Biscuits: IS 1011

Mechanical engineering

  • Hand Pumps: IS 15500
  • Steel Valves: IS 13095
  • Centrifugal Pumps: IS 9079

Medical equipment & hospital planning

  • Sphygmomanometers: IS 3390
  • Medical Gloves (Latex/Nitrile): IS 15354
  • Sterilisers: IS 3829
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring Devices: IS/ISO 15197

Metallurgical engineering

  • Steel Reinforcement Bars: IS 432 (Part 2)
  • Stainless Steel Wires: IS 6528
  • Structural Steel: IS 2062
  • Cast Iron Pipes: IS 1538

Petroleum, coal & related products

  • Bitumen: IS 73

Production & general engineering

  • Door Closers: IS 3564
  • Hex Nuts & Bolts: IS 1363
  • Fasteners: IS 1367
  • Industrial Locks & Latches: IS 15833

Textiles & apparel

  • HDPE/PP Woven Sacks: IS 14887
  • Jute Bags for Foodgrains: IS 12650
  • Tarpaulins: IS 7903
  • Netting & Twine: IS 12592

Transport engineering

  • Automobile Tyres: IS 15633
  • Safety Glass: IS 2553
  • Brake Linings: IS 9436
  • Vehicle Tubes: IS 13098

Water resources

  • Water Storage Tanks: IS 12701
  • HDPE Pipes for Sewerage: IS 14333
  • PVC Pipes for Water Discharge: IS 13592

Electronics and IT

  • Mobile Phones, Laptops, Tablets: IS 13252 (Part 1)
  • Smart Watches: IS 13252 (Part 1)
  • LED Lamps, Streetlights, Floodlights: IS 16102, IS 10322
  • Wireless Earphones & Bluetooth Speakers: IS 616

Plastic & polymer products

  • Polyethene Pipes: IS 4984
  • PVC Compounds for Cables: IS 5831
  • Plastic Containers & Bottles: IS 2798

Leather & footwear products

  • Rubber Hawai Chappals: IS 10702
  • Moulded Solid Rubber Soles and Heels: IS 5676
  • Leather Safety Boots: IS 1989

Packaging & storage

  • HDPE Containers: IS 7328
  • Plastic Drums: IS 6312
  • Packaging Films: IS 2508

Glassware & laboratory equipment

  • Laboratory Glassware: IS 2618
  • Glass Bottles & Jars: IS 1682
  • Heat-Resistant Glass: IS 11683

Packaged drinking water

  • Packaged Drinking Water (500ml, 1Lt, 2Lt bottles): IS 14543
  • Natural Mineral Water: IS 13428

Steps to apply for BIS

A clear, staged pathway from identifying standards to getting your BIS license.

1. Identify the relevant Indian Standard (IS code)

Map your product to the correct IS code before proceeding.

2. Choose the certification scheme

Select ISI (Scheme-I), CRS, or another route that fits your product.

3. BIS portal registration & filing

Create your account and initiate the online application.

4. Document preparation & submission

Compile technical files, test plans, QMS docs, and declarations.

5. Factory inspection & sample collection

BIS officials verify processes and collect samples where applicable.

6. Product testing in a BIS-approved lab

Samples are tested as per the relevant Indian Standards.

7. Test report review & final evaluation

BIS evaluates results and compliance evidence.

8. Bank guarantee submission (if required)

Provide BG or other financial compliance documents when applicable.

9. Grant of BIS license

On approval, receive your license and marking permissions.

Documents required for BIS certification

Gather these essentials to keep your application smooth and on schedule.

Business identity & establishment

  • Company Incorporation Certificate / Registration Certificate
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA) or Articles of Association (AOA)
  • MSME or SSI Certificate (if applicable)
  • Name and address proof of the office and factory premises
  • Valid lease deed or ownership proof for the factory (if applicable)

Authorisation & representation

  • Authorization letter (if signed by someone other than CEO/MD)
  • Nomination form and Indian representative details (for foreign manufacturers)

Manufacturing facility

  • Manufacturing process flowchart (from raw material to finished goods)
  • List of manufacturing machinery with specifications
  • Details of outsourced manufacturing operations (if any)
  • Layout plan of the factory indicating office, lab, production, and storage areas

Testing infrastructure & quality control

  • List of in-house testing equipment
  • Valid calibration certificates of testing equipment (preferably NABL approved)
  • Details of external testing arrangements (if testing is outsourced)
  • Third-party lab test reports (as per relevant Indian Standards, if applicable)
  • In-house test reports, if available
  • Raw material test certificates

How we work

From your first call to the final certificate, one dedicated expert handles your file.

  1. Fill our registration form & make the payment

  2. Get a consultation with our legal team

  3. Our expert team collects all the relevant documents

  4. BIS application filed after document verification

  5. Factory inspection and product sample collection

  6. Product testing in BIS-approved labs

  7. Certification granted

How your application moves

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  1. Fill our registration form & make the payment
  2. Get a consultation with our legal team
  3. Our expert team collects all the relevant documents
  4. BIS application filed after document verification
  5. Factory inspection and product sample collection
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Frequently asked questions

What is BIS Certification?

BIS Certification is a government approval under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 that confirms a product meets Indian Standards for quality and safety.

How much time does the certification process take?

The BIS certification process typically takes 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the product type, testing timeline, and successful completion of factory inspection (if required).

Is BIS mandatory for all products?

No, BIS certification is not mandatory for all products. It is compulsory only for specific products notified by the government under:

  • Compulsory Certification Scheme (ISI)
  • Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)
  • Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS)

These include categories like electronics, household appliances, cement, steel, food containers, etc. Products outside these lists may apply for BIS voluntarily to enhance market credibility.

What if I manufacture in another country?

If you manufacture in another country and want to sell products in India, you must apply under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) by BIS.

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