Get end-to-end support for identifying applicable Indian Standards, preparing documentation, coordinating product testing, and obtaining the BIS licence to use the ISI Mark.
The ISI Mark provides assurance that a certified product conforms to the requirements of the applicable Indian Standard. BIS also carries out surveillance activities during the operation of the licence to monitor continued conformity.
Meet applicable BIS certification requirements.
Demonstrate conformity with the relevant Indian Standard.
Support compliant manufacturing and supply of applicable products.
Provide assurance of quality, safety and reliability.
ISI certification is product-specific. Manufacturers should first determine whether their product is covered by an applicable Indian Standard and whether certification is mandatory under a relevant government requirement.
Businesses manufacturing products covered by applicable ISI requirements.
Factories producing products that need to demonstrate conformity with the relevant Indian Standard.
Businesses dealing with products covered by mandatory certification requirements.
Manufacturers seeking BIS certification to use the applicable Standard Mark.
ISI certification applies to specific products covered by relevant Indian Standards. The applicable requirements vary by product, standard and regulatory notification.
Applicable electrical products covered by relevant safety and performance standards.
Applicable building and construction products covered by IS standards.
Specified consumer and household products subject to applicable standards.
Applicable machinery, components and industrial products.
Specified automotive components and products covered by relevant standards.
Products covered by specific Indian Standards or mandatory requirements.
NOTE: ISI applicability is product-specific. We assess your product and identify the applicable Indian Standard before starting the certification process.
We support manufacturers through the key stages of ISI certification, from identifying the applicable standard to testing, assessment, licensing and ongoing compliance.
Assess your product and certification requirements.
Identify the relevant Indian Standard and product scope.
Prepare required technical, manufacturing and quality documents.
Coordinate applicable laboratory testing and test reports.
Support with factory assessment, application and BIS queries.
Assist through licence grant, marking requirements and ongoing compliance.
BIS states that licensing involves assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, process controls, quality control and testing capabilities, along with establishing product conformity through applicable testing.
Once the applicable requirements are successfully met, BIS grants the licence to use the Standard Mark for the specified products and varieties covered by the licence. The licence also carries applicable conditions for continued compliance and use of the Mark.
Use the applicable BIS Standard Mark as permitted under the licence.
The licence covers the specified products and varieties approved by BIS.
Maintain required quality, testing and certification conditions.
We combine regulatory understanding, documentation support and testing coordination to help manufacturers navigate ISI certification with greater clarity.
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.
The exact requirements depend on the product and applicable Indian Standard. We help identify and organise the relevant technical and manufacturing information.
Business and manufacturing-unit information.
Product models, specifications and technical details.
Details of production processes and manufacturing infrastructure.
Applicable quality-control procedures and testing capabilities.
Relevant product testing and laboratory reports.
Other technical and regulatory documents required for the application.
Answers to common questions about ISI certification, testing, licensing, the ISI Mark and ongoing requirements.
ISI certification is the BIS product certification route under Scheme-I that allows eligible manufacturers to use the Standard Mark on products conforming to the applicable Indian Standard.
No. BIS certification is generally voluntary, but the Government makes certification mandatory for specified products through applicable Quality Control Orders.
The requirement depends on the product, applicable Indian Standard and relevant government notification.
Yes, product conformity has to be established through the testing route applicable to the certification process. BIS may use third-party laboratory testing, testing at the manufacturing premises, or a combination of both.
BIS assesses the manufacturer’s manufacturing infrastructure, process controls, quality control and testing capabilities as part of the licensing process.
The timeline varies by product, application route, inspection, testing and the completeness of documentation. BIS notes that average timelines can differ between the available Scheme-I options.
Under Scheme-I, a licence may initially be granted for up to two years and can be renewed subject to the applicable requirements.
No. The Standard Mark can be used only in accordance with the scope and conditions of the applicable BIS licence.
Get expert support for standard identification, documentation, testing, factory assessment and BIS licensing for your applicable product.
