BIS Registration

What Is BIS Registration?

BIS Registration Services (Bureau of Indian Standards) is a process through which products are certified for quality and safety in India. BIS is the national standardization body of India that ensures products meet certain safety and quality requirements before they can be sold in the market.

Features of BIS Registration:

• Product Certification: BIS registration certifies that a product conforms to Indian standards for quality, safety, and performance.
• Mandatory for Certain Products: Some products, such as electrical appliances, electronics, and construction materials, must be BIS certified by law.
• Quality Assurance: Products with BIS certification are considered reliable and safe for consumers.
• National and International Recognition: BIS certification is recognized across India and can improve product credibility globally.
• Periodic Inspection: Manufacturers are subject to regular inspections and quality checks to maintain BIS certification.

Benefits of BIS Registration:

• Enhanced Credibility: BIS certification improves the trust and credibility of the product in the market.
• Legal Compliance: It ensures that the product complies with Indian regulations, especially for products in regulated industries.
• Consumer Confidence: Consumers prefer BIS-certified products for their quality and safety assurance.
• Access to Government Tenders: BIS certification is often a requirement to participate in government contracts and tenders.
• Competitive Advantage: It helps businesses differentiate their products from non-certified competitors.

Eligibility for BIS Registration:

• Manufacturer: Any manufacturer of products that fall under the mandatory BIS certification scheme.
• Product Type: Products that are specified under the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
• Quality Control Measures: Manufacturers must have established quality control procedures to ensure product quality.
• Factory Inspection: The manufacturing facility must be inspected for compliance with the relevant standards.

Process of BIS Registration:

1. Submit Application: The manufacturer submits an application to BIS along with product details, test reports, and other required documents.
2. Inspection of Manufacturing Facility: BIS conducts an inspection of the factory to check if the manufacturing process complies with the prescribed standards.
3. Testing and Sampling: BIS may take product samples for laboratory testing to verify compliance with relevant standards.
4. Issue of BIS Certificate: Once the application is approved, and the product is tested, BIS issues a certification allowing the use of the BIS mark on the product.
5. Compliance Monitoring: The manufacturer must continue to comply with the standards and undergo periodic inspections to maintain the BIS registration.

Documents Required for BIS Registration – Basic:

• Business Registration Proof: Certificate of incorporation or business registration.
• Product Specifications: Detailed information about the product being registered.
• Test Reports: Reports from approved laboratories confirming the product’s compliance with BIS standards.
• Factory Details: Information about the manufacturing facility, including capacity and quality control procedures.
• Product Samples: Samples of the product for testing by BIS.
• Affidavit: An affidavit confirming that the manufacturer complies with the applicable standards.