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BIS Registration & Certification in India

Manufacturers looking to sell products in India must have the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Registration and Certification. By testing products against Indian quality, safety, and performance standards, BIS allows consumers to make informed choices about products they can rely on for their quality and safety. The BIS certification could be compulsory or voluntary depending on the product category. The BIS approval is necessary for manufacturing, importing, or selling various regulated items such as electronics, IT products, household appliances, industrial equipment, toys, and more.

BIS Certification
BIS Certification

BIS CRS Registration

BIS CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) is a scheme mandated by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for certain electronic and IT product in India. The scheme brought by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) guarantees that products meet Indian safety and quality standards before reaching the market. To get approval, the manufacturers need to go through the registration procedure and have their products tested in BIS-recognized test laboratories. BIS CRS Registration ensures that consumer is safe, no substandard products are sold, ensures regulatory compliance and increase of customers' trust, by assuring that the certified products conform to the Indian Standard. BIS Certification

BIS Certification

ISI Mark

This is a certification mark given by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to assure the product quality and safety standards which are required by the Indian market. It conveys trust, reliability and adherence. The manufacturers have to get the BIS licence for using the ISI mark and the ISI mark is given after the product fulfils all the requirements of Indian Standards

BIS Certification

BIS Foreign Manufacturers Certification

Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) is a certification scheme developed by BIS for overseas manufacturers who want to export and sell their product in the Indian market. As per this scheme, foreign manufacturers, who have a BIS licence, can use the ISI Mark to ensure that their products meet Indian standards for quality and safety. AIR certification involves product testing, factory inspection, and assignment of Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). FMCS certification provides assurance of regulatory compliance, customer confidence and provides access to the Indian market to foreign manufacturers without any legal or trade restrictions.

BIS Standard Mark

BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark and CRS Mark) is issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). These marks are to make sure that the product meets the Indian Standard as laid by BIS. BIS can certify with ISI and CRS after proper evaluation, inspection, documenting and testing procedures. This is a process to validate the manufacturer's compliance to the standards, guidelines and quality requirements laid down by BIS.

Importance of Certification

Foreign manufacturers mandatory to export and sell their products in the Indian market must have BIS Certification. Manufacturers are not allowed to legally sell mandatory products in India without this certification. BIS certification facilitates the easy market entry of businesses into the Indian market and also ensures adherence to the Indian quality and safety standards. It also enhances the trust of the customers, increases the brand credibility, and gives legal approval to imports.

Requirements for BIS Certification

  • Manufacturing unit must be located outside India.
  • Manufacturer must accept BIS license terms & conditions.
  • Products must comply with applicable Indian Standards (ISS).
  • In-house testing lab and quality control team are required.
  • Manufacturer must accept the Scheme of Inspection & Testing (SIT).
  • Annual BIS marking fee must be accepted.
  • Proper manufacturing machinery and testing facilities should be available at the factory.
Requirements for BIS Certification
BIS Certification

Documents Required for BIS Certification

Following are the vital Documents required for BIS Certification, must be available with the applicant before initiating the project:

  • Factory or Company Registration Documents
  • Manufacturing Process Flow Chart
  • Business License & ISO Certificate
  • English Translation of Documents (if required)
  • Product Test Reports as per Indian Standards
  • Nomination Form
  • Declaration & Undertaking
  • Product or Component Drawings (if applicable)
  • List of Raw Materials with Test Certificates
  • Details of Other Product Certifications (if any)
  • List of Testing Equipment with Calibration Certificates

Process for Obtaining BIS Certification

1. Documentation & Application Filing: All mandatory documents are collected and verified to filing BIS application online. In addition, a hard copy of the application is submitted to the FMCD Department.

2. Application Verification: The application and documents submitted are reviewed by BIS authorities. BIS may ask for further documents or clarification of information if any information or testing requirement is not provided.

3. Factory Inspection: BIS officers visit the manufacturing unit for auditing to check infrastructure, manufacturing process, in-house testing facilities etc. Samples are also taken of the products during the inspection.

4. Product Testing: The samples are collected and checked for compliance to Indian Standards in a lab approved by BIS. Testing fees are paid by the applicant.

5. Grant of BIS License: Once the inspection and testing are passed, the applicant needs to pay the licence fee and marking fee. In turn, BIS gives the BIS Certification license.

6. Indemnity Bond & Bank Guarantee: Once the manufacturer has given its approval, it must submit a USD 10,000 Indemnity Bond and a Performance Bank Guarantee to BIS in order to keep the license active.

Important Instructions for nomination of AIR for Foreign Manufacturers

  • 1.Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) to get BIS Certification.
  • 2.The AIR should be a resident of India.
  • 3.There should be no conflict of interest with the third party product testing laboratories and the AIR.
  • 4.The AIR name should be mentioned on the BIS license documents.
  • 5.The AIR should be a degree holder and should have the knowledge of BIS Act, 2016 and rules and regulations.
  • 6.Compliance with BIS terms, conditions and regulations requires written consent of the AIR.
  • 7.An AIR can represent only one foreign manufacturer at a time under BIS Certification.

Why go for BIS Certification with GSPC?

In the past 20+ years, Gold Star Product Certification Private Limited (GSPC) has successfully completed 1000+ certifications and achieved 98% success rate for overseas companies. The complete support for BIS Certification is provided by our expert team, including product eligibility assessment, documentation, testing coordination and guidance for factory audit.

  • 20+ years of experience, with 1000+ successful certifications and 98% Approval rate.
  • End-to-end BIS documentation, application filing, and compliance.
  • Help with testing of product and coordination with BIS recognised lab.
  • Expert advice on factory audits, technical evaluation and BIS standards.
  • Quick, convenient and efficient certification assistance to foreign manufacturers with a presence in India.
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Helpful Questions About BIS License

BIS Registration and Certification is a conformity assessment that is carried out by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to confirm the product meets the standards of quality, safety and performance required for use in India. Many products require it prior to manufacture, import into, or sale in India.
While BIS CRS Registration is applicable for specific electronic and IT products under Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), BIS Certification is commonly used to refer BIS licensing under ISI Mark Scheme applicable to products that require compliance with Indian Standards through factory inspection and testing.
There are many products that need BIS certification such as electronics, electrical appliances, LED lighting products, household appliances, toys, chemicals, cement, steel products, pressure cookers, textile, and various industrial products. The list is updated by the Government of India from time to time.
Yes. If an imported product falls under the mandatory BIS certification or BIS CRS scheme, it must obtain the required approval before being imported, distributed, or sold in the Indian market.
The BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) is a certification program introduced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for specific electronic and IT products. Manufacturers must test their products in BIS-recognized laboratories and obtain BIS registration before sale in India.
The ISI Mark is a certification mark issued by BIS that indicates a product complies with the applicable Indian Standard. It assures consumers that the product has met prescribed quality and safety requirements and has been manufactured under a valid BIS licence.
FMCS is a BIS certification scheme for overseas manufacturers who want to export products to India. Under this scheme, foreign manufacturers can obtain a BIS licence, use the ISI Mark, and appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) to complete regulatory requirements.
The required documents generally include the business registration certificate, manufacturing licence, product test reports from a BIS-recognized laboratory, product specifications, factory details, quality management documents, and identity documents of the authorized signatory. Additional documents may be required depending on the certification scheme.
The timeline depends on the certification scheme and product category. BIS CRS Registration usually takes a few weeks after successful testing and document verification, while ISI Certification and FMCS may require additional time due to factory inspections and licence approval procedures.
BIS certification helps businesses comply with Indian regulations, improve product quality, enhance consumer confidence, avoid legal penalties, facilitate smooth imports and sales, strengthen brand reputation, and gain easier access to the Indian market.
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