Overview
The ISI mark is a product certification mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the BIS Act, 2016, indicating that a product conforms to the relevant Indian Standard. For many products the ISI mark is mandatory, meaning they cannot be sold without a valid BIS licence, while for others it is voluntary. The certification typically involves factory assessment and testing of product samples against the applicable Indian Standard.
Objective
To obtain a BIS licence to use the ISI mark, certifying that a product conforms to the relevant Indian Standard.
Characteristics
- Issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards under the BIS Act, 2016
- Mandatory for products covered under compulsory certification and voluntary for others
- Involves factory inspection and testing against the Indian Standard
- Granted as a licence to use the standard mark on the product
- Subject to ongoing surveillance and renewal
Eligibility
- Manufacturers of products covered by an Indian Standard
- Domestic and foreign manufacturers with suitable production facilities
- Applicants able to meet the testing and quality control requirements
- Businesses producing goods for which BIS certification applies
Governing law
- Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and BIS Rules and Regulations
- Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
The process
- 1Standard identification
We identify the applicable Indian Standard and scope for your product.
- 2Application and documentation
We prepare and file the BIS licence application with the required technical documents.
- 3Factory assessment and testing
We coordinate the BIS factory inspection and the testing of product samples.
- 4Grant of licence
We follow up on the assessment results until the BIS licence to use the ISI mark is granted.
Documents required
- Details of the product and applicable Indian Standard
- Manufacturing process and quality control records
- List of testing equipment and machinery
- Factory address proof and constitution documents
- Details of the technical personnel
- Test reports of product samples where required
Benefits
- Certifies conformity to the relevant Indian Standard
- Allows lawful sale of products under mandatory certification
- Builds consumer trust in product quality and safety
- Supports acceptance in tenders and by large buyers
Frequently asked questions
Is the ISI mark mandatory for all products?
No. The ISI mark is mandatory only for products covered under BIS compulsory certification. For other products it is voluntary but signals quality to buyers.
Does the factory get inspected?
Yes. BIS certification generally involves a factory assessment and testing of product samples against the relevant Indian Standard before the licence is granted.