What is BIS Certification?

BIS Certification is a conformity assessment system administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the national standards body of India. It helps ensure that specified products meet the applicable Indian Standards for quality, safety, reliability and performance.

For products covered under mandatory BIS certification or registration requirements, manufacturers must obtain the applicable approval before manufacturing, importing or selling those products in the Indian market.

• Indian manufacturers of products covered under mandatory BIS requirements
• Foreign manufacturers exporting specified products to India
• Importers dealing with products subject to mandatory BIS compliance
• Manufacturers of electrical and electronic products covered under applicable schemes
• Businesses dealing with products covered by Quality Control Orders (QCOs)
• Manufacturers seeking voluntary BIS certification for eligible products

• 1. ISI Mark Certification The ISI Mark Certification Scheme applies to eligible products that must conform to the relevant Indian Standard. Products certified under the applicable BIS scheme may bear the Standard Mark as per the License conditions.
• 2. Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) The CRS applies to specified electronic and IT products covered under the scheme. Manufacturers must obtain the required BIS registration before placing covered products on the Indian market.
• 3. Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) The FMCS is designed for eligible foreign manufacturers that need BIS certification for products manufactured outside India and supplied to the Indian market.
• 4. Hallmarking BIS Hallmarking applies to specified precious metal articles and helps indicate conformity with applicable standards and requirements.
• 5. Voluntary BIS Certification Manufacturers of certain products may voluntarily apply for BIS certification to demonstrate conformity with the applicable Indian Standard, where certification is not mandatory.

• 1. Demonstrates Product Quality The BIS Standard Mark can help customers identify products that meet the applicable quality and safety requirements.
• 2. Builds Consumer Trust The BIS Standard Mark can help customers identify products that meet the applicable quality and safety requirements.
• 3. Supports Regulatory Compliance For products covered under mandatory BIS requirements, obtaining the applicable certification or registration helps businesses comply with relevant regulations.
• 4. Improve Market Acceptance BIS certification can improve the credibility and market acceptance of eligible products.
• 5. Helps Ensure Product Safety Applicable testing and conformity assessment requirements help verify whether products meet prescribed standards for safety and performance.

1. Step 1: Identify the Applicable BIS Scheme The first step is to determine whether the product is covered under an applicable BIS certification scheme, Quality Control Order or other mandatory requirement.
2. Step 2: Identify the Relevant Indian Standard The applicable Indian Standard (IS) for the product is identified.
3. Step 3: Prepare the Required Documents The applicant prepares the required business, manufacturing and product-related documents.
4. Step 4: Product Testing Product testing may be carried out at a BIS-recognized or authorized laboratory, depending on the applicable scheme.
5. Step 5: Submit the Application The application is submitted to BIS under the applicable certification or registration scheme.
6. Step 6: Inspection or Verification For applicable schemes, BIS may conduct an inspection, audit or verification of the manufacturing facility and processes.
7. Step 7: Grant of License or Registration Once the applicable requirements are fulfilled, BIS may grant the relevant License or registration.
8. Step 8: Use of the Applicable Mark After receiving approval, the manufacturer may use the applicable BIS Standard Mark or registration details in accordance with the terms and conditions of the relevant scheme.

• PAN Card of the applicant or business
• GST Registration Certificate, where applicable
• Certificate of Incorporation or business registration documents
• Factory License or manufacturing License, where applicable
• Proof of manufacturing unit address
• Product details and specifications
• Technical documents and product manuals
• Details of manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Details of testing equipment
• Quality control documents
• Product test reports from the applicable laboratory
• Authorization letter, where applicable
• Trademark or brand authorization documents, where applicable
• Other scheme-specific documents as required by BIS