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BIS Registration

Certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards confirming that a product conforms to prescribed Indian quality and safety standards, often mandatory for notified products.

Who needs it

Manufacturers of electronics, appliances, toys, and other notified goods sold in the Indian market.

Authority / law

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

Documents generally required

PAN and business registration certificate; product test reports from a BIS-recognised lab; factory address proof; list of manufacturing machinery; ISO certificate (if available); authorised signatory ID proof.

FAQs

Which products require mandatory BIS certification?

Notified products such as electronics, cables, toys, and pressure cookers under the Compulsory Registration Scheme or ISI mark scheme.

How long does BIS certification take?

Ranges from a few weeks to a few months, depending on product testing and factory inspection.