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BIS Certification

Earn the ISI mark your product needs to legally reach the market.

BIS Certification is the quality-and-safety clearance issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards that lets a manufacturer legally mark, sell, and export a product in India. For hundreds of product categories — from electronics and cables to cement, toys, and packaged food — it isn't optional paperwork; it's the licence that stands between your product and the market.

The process verifies your factory, your quality-control system, and your product's test results against the relevant Indian Standard before a licence number and the right to use the ISI mark are granted. Get it wrong and shipments get seized at customs or pulled from shelves — which is why manufacturers bring in a BIS specialist rather than filing through Manak Online alone.

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At A Glance

How BIS Certification moves from application to ISI mark

A quick look at the journey — the full step-by-step breakdown follows further down this page.

Step 1

Apply on Manak Online

Product, standard & factory details submitted

Step 2

Sample Testing

Product tested at a BIS-recognised lab

Step 3

Factory Audit

BIS officer inspects process & QC set-up

Step 4

Licence Grant

Licence number issued against the standard

Step 5

Use the ISI Mark

Mark applied on product & packaging

Certification Schemes

Which BIS scheme applies to your product?

BIS runs several certification tracks depending on your product category, where it's manufactured, and whether certification is mandatory or voluntary. Here's the full lineup we handle, at a glance.

ISI Mark Scheme

The classic product certification licence under Scheme-I, covering everything from steel and cement to LPG cylinders and household appliances.

Most Common

Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)

Mandatory registration for electronics and IT products such as mobiles, laptops, power banks, and LED products under the CRS order.

Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS)

Lets manufacturers located outside India obtain a BIS licence to certify and export products into the Indian market.

Hallmarking (Gold & Silver)

Purity certification for jewellery under BIS Hallmarking, mandatory for gold jewellery sold through registered jewellers across India.

Voluntary Certification Scheme

For product categories not under mandatory control, letting manufacturers still earn the ISI mark to build buyer trust and win tenders.

Product Manual (PM) Scheme

A faster self-certification route for select mature product categories, reducing factory audit frequency for consistent performers.

Eco Mark Scheme

An additional environment-friendliness certification layered on top of ISI certification for eligible consumer products.

Management Systems Certification

Covers ISO-aligned quality, environmental, and food safety management system certifications administered through BIS.

The Process

From application to ISI mark, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between filing your BIS application and legally applying the ISI mark to your product.

1

Identify the Applicable Standard

We map your product to the correct Indian Standard (IS) number and confirm which certification scheme it falls under.

2

Application on Manak Online

Factory, product, and manufacturer details are filed on BIS's Manak Online portal along with the prescribed fee.

3

Document & Test Report Submission

Factory layout, process flow chart, machinery list, and self-test reports are compiled and uploaded for scrutiny.

4

Sample Testing at a Recognised Lab

Product samples are tested against every clause of the relevant standard at a BIS-recognised or in-house approved laboratory.

5

Factory Inspection

A BIS officer visits the factory to verify manufacturing process, raw materials, and the in-house quality-control set-up.

6

Review & Licence Grant

Once test results and the inspection report clear review, BIS grants the licence and allots your official licence number.

7

ISI Mark Authorisation

You receive formal authorisation to affix the ISI mark and licence number on the product and its packaging.

8

Surveillance & Renewal

We help you stay ready for periodic BIS surveillance audits and market sampling, and manage timely licence renewal.

Eligibility

Who can apply for BIS Certification?

Exact requirements vary by scheme and product category, but most applicants need to meet the same baseline conditions before filing.

Active Manufacturing Set-up

A functioning factory or production unit where the product is actually manufactured — certification isn't granted to traders alone.

In-house or Approved Testing Access

A calibrated in-house lab, or a tie-up with a BIS-recognised laboratory, capable of testing to the relevant Indian Standard.

Documented Quality-Control System

A defined process for raw-material inspection, in-process checks, and final product testing, matching the standard's Scheme of Testing.

Valid Business Registration

A registered legal entity — proprietorship, partnership, LLP, or company — with GST and factory registration where applicable.

Authorised Signatory

A designated person authorised to sign the application, correspond with BIS, and represent the unit during inspection.

Product Conforms to the Standard

Preliminary test results indicating the product can realistically meet every clause of the applicable Indian Standard.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

Gathering these upfront is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your BIS application and inspection.

Factory Address Proof

Ownership or lease deed of the unit

Process Flow Chart

Step-by-step manufacturing sequence

List of Machinery

Plant & testing equipment installed

Raw Material List

With source and specification details

Self-Test Reports

Product tested against the IS standard

Business Registration Proof

GST certificate & incorporation documents

Authorised Signatory ID

PAN & ID proof of the signatory

IEC Code

For foreign manufacturers under FMCS

Why It's Worth It

What the ISI mark actually buys you

Beyond legal compliance, BIS certification changes how your product is perceived, purchased, and permitted to move.

Legal Market Access

Sell and distribute without seizure or penalty risk

Consumer Trust

The ISI mark is instantly recognised as a safety signal

Retail & E-commerce Approval

Major marketplaces require it for listed product categories

Government Tender Eligibility

Most public procurement mandates BIS-certified products

Smoother Customs Clearance

Fewer hold-ups for imported or exported certified goods

Reduced Product Liability

Standard-tested products face fewer defect disputes

Stronger Brand Value

A certified product commands a premium and loyalty

Export Readiness

Aligns your product with globally benchmarked standards

After Certification

Staying licensed, audit after audit

Certification is the start, not the finish — here's what keeps your licence and ISI mark valid afterward.

Periodic Surveillance Audits

BIS officers conduct unannounced factory visits to verify continued conformity.

Market Sample Testing

Products picked from the open market are independently tested against the standard.

Licence Renewal

Timely renewal filing before expiry to keep the licence number active without a lapse.

Marking Fee & Royalty Payment

Periodic marking fee based on production volume, paid as per BIS's fee schedule.

Intimation of Factory Changes

Any change in address, machinery, or process must be reported to BIS promptly.

Non-Conformance Handling

A documented corrective-action process for any adverse test result or complaint.

Why Hisho & Kanri

Certification handled by people who do this daily

We've taken enough products through Manak Online, factory audits, and lab testing to know exactly where applications usually stall — and how to avoid it.

Standards Specialists

A team that lives inside IS standards and BIS scheme requirements daily.

Faster Approvals

Applications and lab reports prepared right the first time, avoiding rework cycles.

Transparent Pricing

Clear fee breakdowns with no hidden lab or inspection-day surprises.

Factory Audit Readiness

We prep your floor, records, and QC staff before the BIS officer's visit.

Dedicated Support

One point of contact from application filing through licence renewal.

Confidential Handling

Your product specifications and process data handled under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about BIS Certification

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's a licence from the Bureau of Indian Standards confirming your product meets the relevant Indian Standard, giving you the right to use the ISI mark.

It depends on your product category and whether it's manufactured in India or imported — our specialists confirm the right scheme before you apply.

No — it's compulsory for products under the ISI or CRS mandatory orders, and voluntary for many others where it still builds market trust.

Typically around 4 to 6 weeks once documents, testing, and the factory audit are complete, though it varies by product and scheme.

Factory proof, process flow chart, machinery and raw-material lists, and self-test reports are the core set — see the Documents section above.

Yes, for most product categories a BIS officer must physically verify the manufacturing unit before a licence is granted.

Yes, through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme, which lets overseas factories obtain a licence to export ISI-marked products into India.

Most BIS licences run on a one- or two-year cycle and must be renewed before expiry to keep the ISI mark valid without interruption.

BIS officers make periodic, often unannounced, visits and may draw market samples — see the Compliance section above for the full picture.

Because we handle standards mapping, lab coordination, and factory-audit prep daily, and stay on for renewals and surveillance long after the licence is granted.