BIS Licence Registration Online in India
Ensure product quality, safety & legal access to Indian markets with BIS certification.
Introduction and Its Compliance
A BIS Licence is a certificate of conformity on which the license number of BIS along with the standard mark is imprinted on the product BIS mark. Some of the product categories are required to have the minimum quality and safety standards while selling in India. The BIS certification is mandatory or voluntary for different types of products and is important for the consumer to ensure their quality and to support consumer safety. BIS compliance is mandated under two main schemes – ISI Mark Scheme (for domestic manufacturers) and Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) (for electronics and IT goods). At Professionals Law we make it easy for you to receive the BIS certification by assisting you with your regulatory, procedural and documentation compliance from start to finish.
Why It Is Needed
BIS Licence is compulsory for your manufacturers of some products, such as electronics, household appliances, cement, automotive components, food packaging materials etc. It aims to protect and improve health and environment and also sets minimum standards for products in order to reassure the end consumers about the quality of the respective product. In absence of BIS certification, the items cannot be manufactured, imported or sold in the country. Further, BIS certification is mandatory in many scenarios such as tenders, exports and e commerce websites and is a pre-condition in proving the products reliability and standard as per B2B and B2C activities.
Benefits and Advantages
Assurance of Quality
BIS certification confirms that a product meets national safety and quality standards, building trust among customers and businesses.
Market Access
BIS certification is mandatory for specific products, allowing legal entry into the Indian market and access to broader distribution channels.
Consumer Trust & Competitive Edge
The BIS-licenced ISI mark gives products an edge in the market by serving as a seal of quality, increasing consumer confidence and brand loyalty.
Legal Protection
Compliance protects businesses from legal action, seizure of goods, fines or bans related to the sale or import of non-certified items.
Export Facilitation
Many countries recognize BIS-certified products as meeting international benchmarks, easing cross-border trade and procurement approvals.
Eligibility Criteria
- Manufacturers (Indian or Foreign) of products listed under mandatory BIS certification must apply.
- Must have a fully functional manufacturing facility capable of producing quality products as per Indian standards.
- The product must conform to the relevant Indian Standard (IS code).
- The manufacturing unit must allow onsite factory inspection by BIS officials.
- For foreign manufacturers, a nominated Indian representative (AIR) must be appointed.
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Documents Required
Steps for Getting Registration
Eligibility Assessment
We identify the applicable Indian Standard (IS code) and check whether the product falls under the ISI or CRS scheme.
Document Collection & Review
We compile and verify all technical and business documentation as per BIS norms.
Factory Audit & Product Testing
BIS may conduct a factory inspection to verify production capabilities. Product samples are tested in BIS-approved labs.
Application Filing
Submission of online application along with test reports and fees.
Verification & Approval
BIS evaluates all submitted data and, if satisfied, grants the BIS Licence with a unique licence number and validity.
Post-Licence Compliance
Professionals Law continues to assist with renewals, labelling and audit readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a BIS Licence?
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What is the difference between ISI and CRS?
Is factory inspection mandatory?
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