BIS carries out various certification schemes, out of all those schemes, the ISI mark registration is one of the oldest and most trusted schemes. ISI scheme(scheme I of Schedule II) enables to do manufacturer, Importer/and do sales of product that fall under ISI-scheme.
Industrial and domestic product categories are the dominant categories under this scheme. The scheme is mandatory as well as voluntary in nature for product categories.
The ISI certification scheme is specifically tailored for foreign manufacturers, catering to their unique product requirements.
However, the certification also extends its applicability to domestic manufacturers, ensuring a comprehensive coverage across different production sectors. It is important to note that the applicants for the ISI scheme are the firms, manufacturers, or factories engaged in the production of the products, regardless of their origin
The ISI certification scheme primarily targets overseas or foreign manufacturers, while also encompassing domestic manufacturers who are engaged in the production of the relevant products and seek to obtain the ISI license.
The scheme aims to grant ISI license to domestic/local manufacturers situated in India in order to bear BIS standard mark on their products.
The procedure is similar to “Normal procedure” except the fact that manufacturer has to upload the test report of the product from a third-party lab along with other requisite document while filing the application in portal and BIS allots a temporary ISI license number to the manufacturer after successful audit/inspection of the factory.
Timeline for certification: 30-50 days once application is submitted
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BIS has been operating FMCS (Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme) for foreign manufacturers since 2000.
The aim of this scheme is to provide third-party guarantee, quality, safety and reliability of products to the end customer. Post successful completion of registration, manufacturers will be able to paste the ISI standard Mark on their registered products at the time of import.
The scheme aims to grant ISI license to domestic/local manufacturers situated in India in order to bear BIS standard mark on their products.
Following is the link of product categories covered under mandatory ISI scheme: http://lnkiy.in/ISIscheme
Timeline for certification: 5-6 months after hardcopy submission of documents in BIS
C-PRAV has vast experience both on the technical qualification and experience in handling projects for ISI Certification. Our professional team will assist you with the parameters listed on the left
Our team is well versed with the procedure, products and standards for ISI scheme to go through this scheme hassle free. Our direct engagement with people from the field also help us to achieve our client’s requirement and enquiry.
Our technical team are well updated with the standards till date covered in BIS and the subsequent product being impacted.
We also have our partner across the globe by whom we have a good hand on global standards and compliance requirement as well.
For ISI scheme, our team would be an apt support system who could help manufacturers in the areas listed to the left
Co-ordinate/draft clarification reply to BIS to address queries raised by BIS, from time to time.
Support any additional miscellaneous/incidental works like customs clearance of samples, etc throughout the approval process.
ISI Certification is generally valid for one year and can be renewed annually by submitting the necessary documents and passing inspection.
Certain products like electrical appliances, cement, steel, and packaged food items require mandatory ISI Certification before being sold in India.
Yes, foreign manufacturers can apply for ISI Certification, but they must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) to handle the certification process.
BIS conducts regular surveillance audits, market sampling, and testing of certified products to ensure continued compliance with standards.
ISI Certification is a specific product certification under the BIS umbrella. BIS Certification can also include other marks like the BIS Hallmark for gold.
Consumers can verify the authenticity of an ISI mark by checking the ISI number on the product and cross-referencing it with the BIS database online.
India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has brought smartphone screen protectors under mandatory BIS registration. Through notification S.O. 5190(E), dated 21 September 2026,
India’s National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) has extended the exemption from mandatory security certification for cloud-implemented IP Routers and Wi-Fi Customer Premises Equipment (CPEs).
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published a detailed set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), dated 22 July 2026, clarifying how manufacturers should migrate
India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has brought smartphone screen protectors under mandatory BIS registration. Through notification S.O. 5190(E), dated 21 September 2026,
India’s National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) has extended the exemption from mandatory security certification for cloud-implemented IP Routers and Wi-Fi Customer Premises Equipment (CPEs).
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published a detailed set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), dated 22 July 2026, clarifying how manufacturers should migrate