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BIS certification is a quality approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), India's national standards body. It confirms that a product meets the relevant Indian Standard and allows the manufacturer to use a BIS Standard Mark, such as the ISI Mark or the CRS registration mark, on the product.
Last updated: October 2026. Quality Control Orders, product lists, fees and procedures change from time to time, so we confirm the current position for your product before you commit.
BIS prepares Indian Standards for thousands of products and runs conformity assessment schemes that check products against them. When a product passes, the manufacturer receives a licence or registration and can display the matching Standard Mark. Buyers, distributors and regulators treat the mark as proof of quality and safety.
For many products, certification is compulsory because a ministry has issued a Quality Control Order. Without it, such products cannot be manufactured, imported, stored or sold in India. For other products BIS certification is voluntary, but it helps with tenders, large buyers and consumer trust. The list of covered products is updated by the government, so it should be checked before every launch or import.
The right scheme depends on the product. Electronics and IT products notified under compulsory registration go through the Compulsory Registration Scheme, while many industrial and consumer goods use the ISI Mark route with a factory assessment. For standards, schemes, recognised labs and fees, visit the official Bureau of Indian Standards website. If you also need to protect your brand, see our trademark registration online service.
Important points every manufacturer and importer should know before applying.
The right route depends on your product and where it is made.
Licence for products covered by an Indian Standard.
Registration for notified electronics and IT products.
Overseas factories that supply products to India.
For gold and silver jewellery and artefacts.
Keeping an existing licence or registration valid.
Tell us your product and we will check.
Send us your product details and our experts will check free of charge whether BIS is mandatory and which scheme applies.
Why manufacturers and importers get BIS certified.
Sell products covered by a Quality Control Order without legal risk.
A BIS mark tells buyers the product meets an Indian Standard.
Large retailers and online marketplaces often ask for BIS proof.
Many government and institutional buyers prefer or require BIS products.
Covered products need BIS registration to clear Indian customs.
We handle documents, portal filing and follow-up so you can focus on production.
From scheme selection to certificate, here is how BIS certification generally works.
Timelines depend on the scheme, lab testing time and how quickly gaps are fixed. Not to scale.
We check your product against the current Quality Control Orders and compulsory registration list.
We identify the applicable Indian Standard and the route, such as ISI Mark or CRS.
Business papers, factory details, product information and the quality control plan are arranged for filing.
Samples are tested at a BIS-recognised lab, and any failure is corrected before retesting.
The application goes to BIS online, and we prepare your team for the factory audit where it applies.
After approval, you receive the licence or registration and we note the renewal date for you.
Keep these ready to avoid delays. Our expert will confirm the exact list for your scheme and product.
The total cost depends on the scheme, the product and the number of models or factories. It generally has three parts:
Application, licence and marking fees set by BIS. The schedule can change, so we confirm the current charges before filing.
Paid to the BIS-recognised lab and based on the product and the tests needed.
Our fee depends on the scheme and workload. Call free for a custom quote before you pay anything.
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Choose the route that matches your product, or call free for a custom quote.
You manufacture a product covered by an Indian Standard.
You make or import electronics and IT products covered by CRS.
Overseas factories, renewals and product additions.
Our professional fee is quoted per product and scheme after a free call. BIS fees and lab charges are separate. Not sure which option fits? Ask for a free check.
If your product may be covered by a Quality Control Order, check before you manufacture or import.
Factories making goods covered by Indian Standards.
Businesses that bring covered products into India.
Makers of devices notified under compulsory registration.
Foreign factories that supply to Indian customers.
Sellers whose marketplace asks for BIS proof for listings.
Jewellers who need BIS hallmarking registration for gold and silver items.
A quick view of how the two main BIS routes differ. Ask us which applies to your product.
| Feature | ISI Mark | CRS registration | Hallmarking | Foreign manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product type | Goods under Indian Standards | Notified electronics and IT | Gold and silver items | Overseas-made covered goods |
| Factory audit | Yes, by BIS | Not usually | Not applicable | Yes, in most cases |
| Lab testing | Yes | Yes, before application | At hallmarking centres | Yes |
| Result | Licence | Registration number | Hallmark on item | Licence |
Most delays come from wrong scheme choice, test failures and incomplete files.
The licence must be kept in good standing. Here is what to do next.
Apply the BIS mark and licence or registration number as BIS prescribes.
Keep testing and records as per the licence terms, as BIS may check your factory and samples.
Inform BIS about changes in address, brand, models or manufacturing process.
Note the licence or registration expiry and file the renewal well before it ends.
Selling under your own brand? Protect it with trademark registration online, and see our trademark hearing online service if your mark is under objection.
Quick answers on BIS certification in India.
BIS certification is a quality approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards, the national standards body of India, confirming that a product meets the relevant Indian Standard. Certified products carry a BIS Standard Mark such as the ISI Mark or the CRS registration mark.
It is mandatory for products covered by a Quality Control Order or compulsory registration requirement issued by the government. For other products it is voluntary. The list of covered products changes, so confirm it for your product.
The ISI Mark is a product certification licence granted after BIS assesses the factory and tests product samples. CRS registration applies to notified electronics and IT products, which are tested at a BIS-recognised lab and then registered with BIS.
Indian manufacturers can apply directly. Overseas manufacturers can apply under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme or, for CRS, through an Authorised Indian Representative.
Identify the applicable standard and scheme, prepare the documents, get the product tested at a BIS-recognised lab, apply on the BIS portal, go through a factory audit where the scheme requires it, and receive the licence or registration after approval.
Usually the manufacturer's identity and business papers, factory details, product and brand information, test reports from a BIS-recognised lab, a quality control plan and, for overseas applicants, an Authorised Indian Representative appointment. The list depends on the scheme.
It depends on the scheme, product, lab testing time and how quickly gaps found during review or audit are fixed. An ISI Mark licence with a factory audit usually takes longer than a CRS registration.
The cost depends on the scheme and product and includes BIS fees, lab testing charges and our professional fee. BIS fees can change. We confirm the current charges and share an itemised quote after a free call.
The period is set by BIS for each scheme and is stated on the licence or registration. It must be renewed before it expires, so note the date and plan the renewal in advance.
Manufacturing, importing or selling a product covered by compulsory certification without it can lead to penalties and seizure under the BIS Act, 2016 and the relevant order. Check the rules for your product before sale.
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