FMCS enables eligible foreign manufacturers to obtain BIS certification for applicable products and demonstrate conformity with Indian Standards before supplying them in the Indian market.
The Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) is a BIS certification route for manufacturers located outside India. It enables eligible overseas manufacturers to obtain a BIS licence and use the applicable Standard Mark on certified products that conform to Indian Standards.
Mrinarya Solutions supports foreign manufacturers through standard identification, documentation, Authorized Indian Representative coordination, product testing, factory assessment, BIS application and post-certification compliance.
For products covered by mandatory BIS requirements, FMCS certification helps foreign manufacturers demonstrate conformity with applicable Indian quality and safety standards before entering the Indian market.
Meet applicable BIS certification requirements for notified products.
Support the compliant entry of products into India.
Demonstrate conformity with relevant Indian Standards.
Minimise issues related to non-compliant shipments and approvals.
FMCS is intended for manufacturers located outside India whose products fall under applicable BIS certification requirements.
Overseas manufacturers producing BIS-regulated products for India.
International brands supplying applicable products to the Indian market.
Foreign factories supplying products to Indian businesses or importers.
Manufacturers whose products are covered by mandatory BIS requirements.
FMCS can apply to various product sectors where BIS certification is required. The exact requirement depends on the product and applicable Indian Standard.
Applicable products covered by relevant Indian Standards.
Applicable cement products covered under notified standards.
Applicable consumer goods covered by BIS requirements.
Applicable machinery, components and industrial products.
Specified chemicals and related products requiring conformity.
Specified materials and products subject to BIS requirements.
NOTE: FMCS applicability is product-specific. We assess your product and identify the applicable BIS route before proceeding.
We coordinate the key requirements involved in obtaining BIS certification for foreign manufacturing facilities, from initial assessment through licensing and ongoing compliance.
Review your product, manufacturing setup and BIS applicability.
Identify the relevant Indian Standard and certification scope.
Support the appointment and compliance responsibilities of the Authorized Indian Representative.
Prepare and coordinate technical documents and BIS application filing.
Coordinate product testing and overseas manufacturing-unit assessment.
Assist with BIS licence grant, renewals and continuing requirements.
BIS states that licensing involves assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, process controls, quality control and testing capabilities, along with establishing product conformity through applicable testing.
Foreign manufacturers applying under FMCS need an appropriate Indian representative to support communication and compliance coordination with BIS. Mrinarya Solutions can assist with the AIR-related requirements and ongoing coordination involved in the certification process.
Coordinate communication and documentation with BIS authorities.
Support the manufacturer with India-side certification requirements.
Assist with queries, documentation and post-certification coordination.
We bridge the gap between overseas manufacturers and Indian certification requirements with structured documentation, technical coordination and India-side compliance support.
Support from initial assessment through certification and ongoing requirements.
Guidance on BIS requirements and applicable Indian Standards.
Coordination of technical documents and applicable testing.
Clear communication and honest guidance throughout your compliance journey.
We coordinate with authorities to streamline approvals and compliance procedures.
Ongoing support for renewals, filings, audits, and compliance management.
Requirements vary by product and applicable Indian Standard. We help foreign manufacturers organise the technical, manufacturing and compliance information required for their application.
Manufacturer information, factory details and production capabilities.
Product specifications, models and applicable technical details.
Production processes, machinery and quality-control arrangements.
Testing facilities, inspection procedures and quality-control systems.
Applicable product testing and laboratory documentation.
Documents required for the Authorized Indian Representative and BIS application.
FMCS involves assessment of the overseas manufacturing facility and verification of product conformity through applicable testing. We help manufacturers prepare their facility, documentation and testing requirements before the BIS assessment.
Review manufacturing and quality-control capabilities.
Coordinate requirements for the BIS factory assessment.
Assist with sample submission, laboratory coordination and test documentation.
FMCS is a BIS certification scheme that allows eligible manufacturers located outside India to obtain certification for applicable products and use the relevant Standard Mark.
No. It applies where the manufacturer’s product falls under applicable BIS mandatory certification requirements.
An Authorized Indian Representative acts as the India-based representative of the foreign manufacturer for relevant BIS communication and compliance coordination.
The FMCS process involves assessment of the overseas manufacturing facility for applicable certification requirements.
Applicable products must demonstrate conformity with the relevant Indian Standard through the prescribed testing and assessment process.
Certification scope depends on the applicable Indian Standard and product. The certification requirements should therefore be assessed product-by-product.
Yes, we can support foreign manufacturers with the AIR-related coordination required during the FMCS process.
The manufacturer must continue meeting the applicable certification and marking requirements. We can also provide support for renewals and ongoing compliance.
From Indian Standard identification and AIR coordination to factory inspection, product testing and BIS licensing, Mrinarya Solutions helps foreign manufacturers manage the FMCS process with clarity.