Product Certification
Quick answer: BIS Registration under BIS Act 2016 with ISI marking — mandatory for 380+ Indian products, 7-15 day filing
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Audience
Identify the applicable Indian Standard (IS number) and product category under BIS Act 2016 before application filing.
Send product samples to a BIS-recognized lab and obtain test reports as per the relevant IS standard.
Prepare factory layout, process flow, quality plan, trademark proof and applicant KYC for the BIS portal.
File Form 1 on the BIS Manakonline portal with all documents and the test report for departmental scrutiny.
BIS officer inspects the manufacturing unit for process controls, testing capability and ISI mark usage readiness.
Receive the BIS Registration license to use the ISI mark on the product, valid for up to 3 years and renewable.
Why file this
8 documents needed for bis / isi mark.
Why file bis / isi mark with FinTax24 instead of doing it yourself.
| Aspect | DIY / Portal | Local Tax Consultant | FinTax24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filing time | 7–14 days (typical) | Varies by availability and workload | 7-15 business days |
| Expert review | None | Depends on the consultant | Expert verified on every filing |
| Document check | You self-verify; rejected on portal | Manual review may vary | Pre-verified by our team before submission |
| Support | Email / chatbot | Appointment-based or office hours | WhatsApp + phone, Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM IST |
| Pricing | Government fees only | Consultant fee + government fees | Transparent: ₹3,999 + govt fees |
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BIS Registration is a license granted by the Bureau of Indian Standards under the BIS Act 2016 that allows a manufacturer or importer to use the ISI mark on notified products. It is mandatory for 380+ Indian Standard categories before sale in India.
With complete documentation and test reports, BIS Registration typically takes 7-15 working days after factory inspection. First-time applicants should plan for 30-45 days to allow sample testing and pre-license audit scheduling.
Over 380 product categories require mandatory BIS Registration including electronics, IT goods, cement, steel, pressure cookers, electric heaters, motors, automotive components and household appliances under Quality Control Orders.
A BIS license is typically valid for 1-3 years depending on the product category. Renewal must be filed before expiry with updated test reports and a re-inspection if requested by the department.
Yes, BIS Registration is available to foreign manufacturers under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) with an in-country representative and BIS-recognized lab test reports for each consignment.
Yes, MSMEs, startups and small manufacturers can apply for BIS Registration. In-house or third-party BIS-recognized testing facilities are required, but BIS does not prescribe a minimum turnover.
ISI mark applies to manufactured products under mandatory or voluntary certification. BIS hallmark is specifically for gold and silver jewellery certifying purity under separate scheme.
BIS Registration starts from ₹9,999 plus annual license fee of ₹3,999. Government BIS fees, lab testing charges and inspection costs are additional and vary by product category.
Sources & authority: For regulations on bis / isi mark, refer to FinTax24 Compliance Desk.
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