How to get a BIS Registration in India?

 Obtaining a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Certificate in India is essential for ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance with Indian standards. Here’s a step-by-step guide to obtaining a BIS certificate.

Step 1: Determine Product Category and Scheme

  • Identify whether your product falls under the mandatory certification list or if certification is voluntary.
  • Decide on the appropriate BIS certification scheme for your product. Common schemes include:
    • ISI Mark Certification: For domestic manufacturers.
    • FMCS (Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme): For foreign manufacturers.
    • ECO Mark Certification: For eco-friendly products.
    • Hallmarking: For jewelry.

Step 2: Check Product Standards

  • Verify the Indian Standard (IS) applicable to your product on the BIS website.
  • Ensure your product complies with the relevant standard specifications.

Step 3: Prepare Documents

Gather the necessary documents, which typically include:

  • Application form (Form V for ISI mark, Form I for FMCS).
  • Business registration certificate.
  • Manufacturing unit details (address proof, layout plan).
  • Quality control processes and equipment details.
  • Test reports from BIS-approved laboratories (if applicable).
  • Product description and samples.

Step 4: Online Application

  • Register on the BIS portal and fill out the relevant application form.
  • Submit the application along with the required documents and pay the application fee.

Step 5: Testing and Inspection

  • Send product samples to a BIS-recognized laboratory for testing.
  • The BIS team will visit your manufacturing premises for an on-site inspection to assess production capability and quality control systems.

Step 6: Address Non-Conformities

  • If discrepancies are identified during testing or inspection, address them promptly.
  • Re-submit the application if required.

Step 7: Grant of Certificate

  • Once the product passes all tests and the inspection is satisfactory, BIS will issue the certificate.
  • The certificate allows the use of the relevant BIS standard mark (e.g., ISI mark) on the product.

Step 8: Maintain Compliance

  • Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain certification validity.
  • Renew the certificate periodically as per BIS regulations.

Fees for BIS Certification

The cost varies based on:

  • Product category.
  • Application fees, testing charges, and inspection costs.
  • Annual license fees and marking fees.

Validity of BIS Certification

  • Typically valid for 1 to 2 years.
  • Renewal requires submitting an application, including renewal fees and compliance evidence.

Additional Notes

  • BIS Registration is mandatory for certain products, such as electrical appliances, toys, and packaged drinking water.
Foreign manufacturers must appoint an authorized Indian representative for the FMCS application process.

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