1、 Introduction to BIS Certification in India

The Bureau of Indian Standards, abbreviated as BIS, is the regulatory body for standardization and certification in India. It was officially established in 1987 to replace the Indian Standards Institute, which was founded in 1946. BIS is affiliated with the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution. Although it is a social legal entity, it exercises government functions and its main task is to develop and implement national standards; Implement a qualification assessment system; Issuing and managing BIS certification certificates.

Based on the national conditions of India, Indian certification has its own unique characteristics, including multiple document requirements, complex certification procedures, strong hierarchical concepts, complicated procedures, and strict factory inspections and product sealing. For inexperienced service agencies, an Indian certification may take more than a year and may not necessarily obtain a certificate.

2、 Scope of BIS certification in India (divided into two batches)

The first batch (Mandatory from 1986 to present): BIS certification is applicable to manufacturers from any country in the certification field, mainly including: 1. tires; 2. Household appliances such as electric irons, kettles, electric stoves, heaters, etc; 3. Cement and concrete; 4 circuit breakers; 5. Steel; 6. Electric energy meter; 7. Automotive parts; 8. Food and milk powder; 9. Dairy products; 10. Tungsten filament lamp; 11 oil pressure furnace; 12. Large transformers; 13. Plug; 14. Medium and high voltage wires and cables; 15. Self regulating tungsten filament lamp.

The second batch (Compulsory from March 2013 to present): There are mandatory registration products for electronic information technology equipment, including 1. set-top boxes; 2. Portable computers; 3. Notebook; 4. Tablet computer; 5. Monitors with a screen size of 32 inches or larger; 6. Video monitor; 7. Printer; 8. Plotter; 9. Scanner; 10. Wireless keyboard; 11. Telephone answering machine; 12. Automatic data processor; 13. Microwave oven; 14. Electronic clock powered by live network power supply; 15. Electronic music system.

The third batch (Compulsory from November 2014): 1. IT equipment power adapters; 2. AV equipment power adapter; 3. USP uninterruptible power supply; 4. DC or AC LED modules; 5. Battery for handheld devices; 6. Self regulating LED lights; 7. Fixed LED lighting fixtures; 8. Mobile phone; 9. Cash register; 10. Selling terminal equipment; 11. Copier; 12. Smart card reader/writer; 13. Postal processing machines and automatic stamping machines; 14. Mobile power bank.

3、 The BIS certification process in India

（1） Apply. More than twenty documents need to be submitted, including but not limited to: 1. Factory location and factory distribution map; 2. Proof documents for the production plant; 3. List of existing production and inspection equipment; 4. The testing and inspection plan currently in use or proposed for use, along with a commitment letter to comply with the BIS approved testing and inspection plan after the certificate is granted; 5. A commitment letter to pay the prescribed marking fee from the date of certificate issuance; 6. Product drawings and internal testing reports; 7. Laboratory Cooperation Declaration; 8. Information and resumes of quality personnel.

（2） Record. After a detailed review, if the application procedures are complete, BIS will record the application and assign an application number to the applicant, thus establishing the application.

（3） Initial inspection. The applicant and BIS agree on a date for the BIS inspection officer to conduct an initial inspection of the factory. The evaluation of the company's production capacity and control level, quality control technology, existing equipment, staff skills, and sample testing will determine whether the product meets Indian standards. Sample testing can be conducted at the factory, as well as at BIS or other accredited laboratories. During the initial inspection, BIS inspection officials will also discuss with the applicant's management about the testing and inspection plan that must be implemented after certification to execute the certificate. The testing and inspection plan has clear regulations on the production process control that must be implemented.

（4） Issue certificates. If the initial inspection and sample testing results meet the conditions, a certificate will be issued to the applicant. The certificate is valid for one year. If the certificate is executed correctly, it can be extended for two years upon application. If the certificate holder wishes to expand the scope of products covered by the same standard, regular testing can be conducted, and those who meet the conditions can make changes. If the certificate expires, the certificate can be updated based on the execution status during the validity period.

（5） Supervision after certification. After the certificate is granted, if the certificate holder has fully complied with the testing and inspection plan, the product is consistent with Indian standards, the sample testing records are kept complete, and authorized to affix the mark on the product. Applicants are required to pay a certain identification fee.

BIS will conduct regular supervision and inspection of the certificate execution by the certificate holder. This type of supervision and inspection mainly depends on whether the testing and inspection plan is fully implemented and whether the quality control system strictly follows technical standards. Simultaneously test production samples and send the extracted samples to BIS or independent laboratories for inspection.

4、 BIS certification cycle in India

The BIS certification cycle in India is relatively long, depending on the product testing situation and the smooth factory inspection. Some only take two or three months, some take six months, and some even take more than a year. In special circumstances, Lixiang Testing provides expedited services, depending on customer requirements.

5、 BIS certification fees in India

The certification fee includes registration fee, product testing fee, service fee, taxes, etc. It depends on your product data, model and specific information, and you need to provide the product manual for further judgment.