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Bureau of Indian Standards

BIS ISI Mark

Mandatory quality certification for 370+ product categories including steel, cement, electrical goods, and safety equipment sold in India. A stamped mark backed by factory inspection and ongoing surveillance.

✦ 370+ Categories✦ Factory Inspection✦ CM/L License✦ Steel & Electrical✦ 0% Failure Rate

Applicable Products

370+ Categories

Governing Body

Bureau of Indian Standards

Validity

1–2 Years (Renewable)

Typical Timeline

8–12 Weeks

Factory Inspection

Required

Overview

Every Path Under BIS ISI Mark

Our BIS specialists prepare your Quality Manual and factory documentation, coordinate lab testing, and manage the BIS factory inspection until your CM/L license is granted.

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Steel & Iron Products

Industrial

Reinforcement bars, mild steel tubes, galvanized steel sheets and structural steel sections all require ISI Mark certification.

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Cement & Building Materials

Construction

Portland cement, fly ash bricks, ceramic tiles, sanitary ware and building hardware require mandatory ISI certification.

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Electrical Goods

Electrical

Domestic wiring cables, switches, plug sockets, MCBs, transformers and electrical motors require mandatory ISI Mark.

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Pressure Cookers & Cookware

Consumer

Pressure cookers, cylinders, and LPG-related products must carry the ISI Mark before being sold in India.

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Water Pipes & Fittings

Plumbing

PVC pipes, CPVC fittings, water meters, and related plumbing materials require ISI certification for quality assurance.

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Safety Equipment

Safety

Helmets (industrial and two-wheeler), safety shoes, fire extinguishers, and protective gear require mandatory ISI Mark.

How It Works

Our BIS ISI Mark Process

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STEP 01

IS Standard & Scheme Identification

We identify the exact Indian Standard (IS number) applicable to your product and confirm whether ISI Mark is mandatory under the relevant Quality Control Order.

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STEP 02

Product Sample Testing

Product samples are tested at a BIS-recognized lab against the full test parameters of the applicable IS standard.

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STEP 03

Quality Manual & Factory Docs

We prepare the Quality Manual, manufacturing process flowcharts, raw material supplier list, and factory layout plan.

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STEP 04

BIS Portal Application

We file the complete ISI Mark license application on the BIS portal with test reports, Quality Manual, and company documents.

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STEP 05

BIS Factory Inspection

A BIS officer inspects your facility, equipment, raw material quality, production process, and in-process quality controls.

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STEP 06

License Grant & CM/L Stamping

BIS issues the ISI Mark License with a unique CM/L number. Products can then be stamped with the ISI Mark for sale.

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370+

Product Categories

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8–12

Weeks Timeline

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Free

Initial Consultation

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Failure Rate

Documentation

Documents You'll Need

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Product Test Report

Valid test report from a BIS-recognized laboratory confirming compliance with the applicable IS standard for the product.

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Factory Premises Proof

Factory lease agreement or ownership document, layout plan, and address proof of the manufacturing unit.

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Company Registration Certificate

Certificate of Incorporation, Partnership Deed, or Proprietorship registration as applicable to the business entity.

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Quality Manual

Comprehensive Quality Manual aligned with the applicable Indian Standard — covering production, quality checks, and testing.

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Manufacturing Process Flowchart

Detailed flow diagram of the manufacturing process from raw material intake to finished product dispatch.

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Authorized Signatory KYC

PAN card, Aadhaar, and authorization letter for the person signing the BIS application on behalf of the company.

Common Questions

BIS ISI Mark FAQs

370+ product categories require mandatory ISI Mark including steel, cement, electrical goods (cables, switches, MCBs), LPG cylinders, pressure cookers, helmets, and many more under the BIS Act, 2016.

ISI Mark is a physical mark stamped on manufactured goods after factory inspection. BIS CRS is a registration scheme for specific electronics/IT goods that only needs an R-number, without a stamped mark or inspection.

Typically 8–12 weeks depending on the product, lab test availability, and factory inspection scheduling. Our team tracks every stage to avoid unnecessary delays.

Yes. Foreign manufacturers can apply under BIS Scheme-X or the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS). An Indian Authorized Representative (IAR) is required.

ISI Mark licenses are typically valid for 1–2 years and must be renewed before expiry, with annual surveillance audits conducted by BIS during the license period.

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