BIS Registration

BIS certification for products under Quality Control Orders — ISI Mark, Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), and Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS).

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Overview

BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification is mandatory for products covered under Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Government of India under the BIS Act, 2016. Products under QCOs cannot be manufactured in India or imported without a valid BIS licence. Covered categories include electronics and electrical products, toys, helmets, steel products, cement, food products, medical devices, and chemicals — with new QCOs notified regularly.

BIS operates three main certification schemes: ISI Mark Scheme for domestic manufacturers (products tested against Indian Standards with factory inspection), Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for electronics products (self-declaration with BIS lab testing — used for mobile phones, laptops, LED lights, adapters), and Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS) for overseas manufacturers importing into India. Non-compliance results in product seizure, recall, market bans, and penalties under the BIS Act.

MFiling assists manufacturers and importers in identifying applicable BIS schemes, preparing technical documentation, coordinating factory inspections, and obtaining BIS certification. Processing time: 30–90 days depending on scheme. MFiling professional charges: from Rs.9,999.

Key Benefits

Legal Compliance Under QCOs
Mandatory for manufacturing or importing products under Quality Control Orders.
ISI Mark Enhances Consumer Trust
ISI mark signals quality conformance to BIS standards — consumers prefer ISI-marked products.
Import Clearance at Customs
BIS certification required by Customs for QCO-covered imported products — without it, shipments are detained.
Access to Government and Institutional Supply
Government procurement mandates BIS certification for covered product categories.
E-Commerce Platform Compliance
Amazon, Flipkart, and major marketplaces require BIS certification for electronics and other QCO products.
Avoids Product Seizure and Bans
Non-BIS products under QCOs face market bans, seizure, and penalties up to Rs.2 lakhs per offence.

Documents Required

Product Test Report from BIS-Recognised Laboratory
Factory Layout Plan Showing Manufacturing, Testing, and Storage Areas
List of All Machinery and Equipment Used in Manufacturing
Quality Control Procedures and Testing Methods Document
Organisational Chart with Technical Personnel Qualifications
Certificate of Incorporation and PAN Card
Product Specification Sheet with Technical Parameters

How it Works

Identify Applicable BIS Scheme (Day 1)

ISI Mark (domestic manufacturer), CRS (electronics), or FMCS (foreign manufacturer).

Identify Applicable Indian Standard (IS) (Day 1–2)

Determine the relevant IS number under which the product must be certified.

Get Product Tested at BIS-Recognised Lab (7–21 days)

Send product samples to a BIS-approved NABL-accredited lab for testing against the IS.

Prepare Technical Documentation (Day 3–14)

Factory layout, quality manual, machinery list, and QC procedures.

Apply on BIS Portal (Day 14–15)

Submit online application on bis.portal.gov.in with test report and documents.

BIS Factory Inspection (ISI Scheme) (Day 20–45)

BIS officer visits factory to verify compliance with manufacturing and QC requirements.

Address Non-Conformances (As needed)

Respond to any deficiencies identified by BIS during inspection.

Receive BIS Licence / Registration Certificate (30–90 days total)

BIS issues the licence (ISI) or registration (CRS) upon successful audit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my product is imported without BIS certification under a QCO?
Customs authorities check BIS certification at the point of import. Shipments of QCO-covered products without valid BIS certification are detained, not cleared, and may be confiscated or sent back. The importer faces penalties under the BIS Act, 2016. Products already in market without required BIS certification face market bans and recall orders.
Is BIS CRS registration different from ISI Mark?
Yes. CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) applies to specific electronics and IT products — it requires testing at a BIS-recognised lab followed by self-declaration by the manufacturer/importer. No factory inspection is required. ISI Mark applies to a wider range of products, requires physical factory inspection by BIS, and involves ongoing annual market surveillance.
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₹9,999
Starting price · GST extra
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Legal Compliance Under QCOs
Mandatory for manufacturing or importing products under Quality Control Orders.
ISI Mark Enhances Consumer Trust
ISI mark signals quality conformance to BIS standards — consumers prefer ISI-marked products.
Import Clearance at Customs
BIS certification required by Customs for QCO-covered imported products — without it, shipments are detained.
Access to Government and Institutional Supply
Government procurement mandates BIS certification for covered product categories.
E-Commerce Platform Compliance
Amazon, Flipkart, and major marketplaces require BIS certification for electronics and other QCO products.
Avoids Product Seizure and Bans
Non-BIS products under QCOs face market bans, seizure, and penalties up to Rs.2 lakhs per offence.

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₹9,999
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