BIS certification is mandatory for many products sold in India. Issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards, it confirms your product meets required safety and quality norms. Without BIS approval, notified products cannot be legally sold in India.
Who Needs BIS Certification?
You must apply if you are:
- A manufacturer of notified products
- An importer bringing regulated goods into India
- A foreign manufacturer exporting to India
Types of BIS Certification
- ISI Mark – For domestic manufacturers
- CRS Registration – For electronics and IT products
- FMCS – For foreign manufacturers
Choosing the correct scheme is crucial.
BIS Certification Process (2026)
Step 1: Identify Applicable IS Standard
Check whether your product falls under mandatory BIS and select the correct IS code.
Step 2: Product Testing
Get your product tested in a BIS-recognized laboratory and obtain the test report.
Step 3: Documentation
Prepare key documents such as:
- Business registration
- Test report
- Product details
- Factory documents
- Trademark authorization (if applicable)
Step 4: Online Application
Submit the BIS application with fees through the official portal.
Step 5: Factory Inspection (if applicable)
Required mainly for ISI and FMCS schemes.
Step 6: Grant of Certificate
After approval, BIS issues the license/registration number. You can now use the BIS mark.
Timeline (Typical)
- CRS: 20–35 days
- ISI: 30–90 days
- FMCS: 4–6 months
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Selecting the wrong IS standard
- Submitting incomplete documents
- Test report mismatch
- Poor factory quality controls
How Compliance4India Helps
Compliance4India (Department of Scinnovation Private Limited) provides end-to-end BIS support — from standard identification to final approval — helping businesses get certified faster and stay compliant.
Need BIS certification support?
Contact Compliance4India to start your application smoothly.
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