BIS Certification
The ISI mark, for products that legally require it.
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Certain products — electronics, cement, steel, toys and many more — cannot be sold in India without BIS certification under the relevant Indian Standard. The scheme (ISI mark, CRS or FMCS for foreign manufacturers) depends on the product.
What is included
- Scheme and standard identification
- Application on the BIS portal
- Test-lab coordination
- Factory inspection coordination
- Licence and marking guidance
What we will need from you
- Manufacturing licence and factory details
- Product technical specification
- Test reports, if any
- Trademark and brand details
How long it takes
Typically 30–90 working days by scheme.
Timelines are typical, not guaranteed. Government processing times vary, and a query from the officer adds to them. We will tell you where yours stands.
Common questions
Is my product covered?
BIS publishes the list of products under compulsory certification, and it grows every year. We check the current list against your product before quoting.