ISI Certification
The ISI mark is mandatory for certain products to be sold in India like various electrical appliances, toys, safety glasses, LPG valves, tyres & tubes, Portland cement etc. But in the case of most other products, it is voluntary.
What is ISI Mark?
ISI mark is India's premier certification system, ensuring products meet stringent quality and safety standards before reaching consumers.
ISI mark (Scheme-I of Schedule-II) is a certification mark for domestic and industrial products in India other than electronics & IT goods. The mark imposed on any product means that a product conforms to the Indian Standard.
Quality Assurance
Rigorous testing and evaluation ensure products meet or exceed Indian Standards specifications.
Consumer Trust
The ISI mark provides consumers confidence in product safety, reliability, and performance.
Market Access
ISI certification opens doors to broader market acceptance and regulatory compliance.
The ISI mark is mandatory for certain products to be sold in India like various electrical appliances, toys, safety glasses, LPG valves, tyres & tubes, Portland cement etc. But in the case of most other products, it is voluntary. This certification provides manufacturers with a competitive edge and assures consumers of product quality and safety standards.
Mandatory Products
These products require ISI certification before they can be sold in the Indian market
Electrical Appliances
ElectronicsSafety Glasses
SafetyLPG Valves
IndustrialTyres & Tubes
AutomotivePortland Cement
ConstructionToys
ConsumerDifferent Categories of Certification
Choose the right certification path based on your manufacturing location and requirements
Domestic Manufacturers
For manufacturers located in India
Normal Process
Comprehensive evaluation with full documentation and testing requirements
Simplified Process
Streamlined approach for eligible manufacturers with reduced documentation
ISI License Process
Six essential steps to obtain your ISI certification
Application Preparation
Gather documents and prepare application materials
Filing of Application
Submit application with supporting documents
Factory Inspection Planning
Schedule on-site inspection coordination
On-Site Factory Inspection
Facility audit and compliance verification
Independent Product Testing
Third-party laboratory quality testing
License Grant
Final approval and license issuance
Application Preparation
Gather documents and prepare application materials
Filing of Application
Submit application with supporting documents
Factory Inspection Planning
Schedule on-site inspection coordination
On-Site Factory Inspection
Facility audit and compliance verification
Independent Product Testing
Third-party laboratory quality testing
License Grant
Final approval and license issuance
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BIS-ISI Certification
Application Requirements for Domestic License
Eligibility Overview
Manufacturers with companies within India can apply for domestic license. Ensure the following requirements are met before submitting your application.
Requirements Checklist
7 essential criteria to fulfill
Conformation of their product according to suitable Indian Standard.
Have complete in-house manufacturing facility at the factory location.
Have complete in-house testing facility against the particular Indian Standard for which applicant would like to apply to obtain ISI Mark. Outsourcing is allowed up to some extent.
Have qualified & competent quality control staff in the manufacturer's testing laboratory to test the desired product as per applicable Indian Standard.
Accept the Scheme of Testing & Inspection (STI).
Ready to pay the annual marking fee as decided by competent authority.
Separate application is required to be submitted for each product/Indian Standard and for factory location.
Important Notice
Each product/Indian Standard and factory location requires a separate application submission. Plan accordingly for multiple certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Although the BIS certification program is generally voluntary, certain products that have been identified by the Indian government under Quality Control Orders may only be imported into India with the Standard Mark and a current BIS license. You can find a list of these products at https://www.bis.gov.in/index.php/product-certification/products-undercompulsory-certification/.
Not accepted; only test results in accordance with the relevant Indian Standard will be accepted.
No, each factory must submit a separate application for each item and Indian Standard.
No, a product at a manufacturing facility is the subject of the application for a license. The business must submit an undertaking for the brand name along with the necessary paperwork.
No, the samples drawn during inspection shall be tested only in the laboratories of BIS and those recognized by BIS. The sample drawn by BIS shall be sent to Laboratory in India by the applicant firm. The actual testing charges shall be borne by the applicant firm.
No, the samples taken during the inspection may only be tested in BIS-accredited laboratories. The applying firm must send the BIS sample to a laboratory in India. The applicant firm is responsible for paying the actual testing costs.