Category: BIS Registration

Nowadays it is mandatory for almost every product to have the mark of genuineness and its authenticity in order to get the attention of its target customers. Similarly, BIS registration in India is a way to ensure customers regarding the quality, standard and purity of a product. 

In this blog we will discuss about the concept, process and documents required for BIS registration-

Concept of BIS Registration

BIS registration or Bureau of Indian standards denotes the National standard body of India which ensures the standard and quality of a product, scheme of certification of products, and provides testing and standardization services. This national body comprises 25 members and its office is headquartered in New Delhi. 

It has five regional offices at Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Chandigarh.

Objectives of BIS registration in India

The key objectives of BIS registration are as follows-

1. It aims to protect and safeguard the health of the citizens.
2. It offers the quality and standard of a product.
3. It protects consumers from hazardous products.
4. It boosts consumer confidence.

Regulatory Framework for BIS Registration

In India BIS registration is regulated by Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 and issues BIS registration certificate according to this Act only. Further it was brought into force on 20th November, 1986 and its enforcement has reduced the ambit of the Indian Standards Institution (ISI).

Items covered under BIS Registration

Items that are covered under BIS registration in India are as follows-

1. Items covered under Scheme 1 or Mark scheme

Items covered under the above category are as follows-

• Cement
• Batteries
• Household electrical goods
• Oil pressure stoves
• Food and related products
• Automobile accessories.
• Medical equipment
• Cylinders, valves and Regulators
• Electrical Motors
• Steel and Stainless steel products
• Electrical Transformers
• Chemicals and Fertilizers
• Capacitors

2. Items termed as IT and Electronic Products

 Items covered under the above title are as follows-

• Electronic Games such as Video Games.
• Microwave, Oven and OTGs.
• Laptop, Notebooks, Tablets
• LCD, Plasma TV, LED Televisions with screen size 32 and above
• Visual Display Units
• Optical Disc Players comprising built amplifiers of input power 200w and above.
• Wireless Keyboards
• Printers, Plotters
• Scanners
• Amplifier with an input power 200W and above
• Telephone answering machine

3. Who are eligible to obtain BIS Registration

All the manufacturers or producers notified under compulsory registration scheme need to apply for BIS Registration. However, following are the things which needs to be taken care of-

• A Separate registration number is required for the products r tems manufactured or produced at different locations.
• A separate registration number is required for each brand, product or item manufactured or produced at the same place.

Documents Required for BIS Registration in India

Following are the documents required for BIS Registration in India-

• PCB Layout
• Schematic diagram
• User manual
• Critical components list
• A copy of Trademark registration
• Factory’s organizational chart
• Legal address proof for the factory
• List of machinery installed
• List of equipment used
• All the documents concerning authorized Indian Representative (AIR) when the producer resides is some other country.
• Test report of the product analysis or examined by the BIS certified lab.
• Declaration from the CEO of the firm.
• Invoice concerning sales
• Packaging list
• Bills of lading
• Insurance cover note
• Certificate declaring the Brand name of the owner
• Letter of consent (LOC) from the owner of the products
• Location map
• Flow chart showcasing the process of manufacture

Procedure for obtaining BIS Registration in India

Following are the steps involved for obtaining BIS Registration in India-

1. Firstly product samples or batches are to be sent for testing in the BIS recognized laboratory.
2. After receiving the test report, the applicant requires to enclose some of the basic details such as-

• Name f the Applicant
• Name of the Firm
• Complete Address
• Signature of the Lab in Charge

3. Now go to the BIS portal and download form VI and VII
4. The applicant is required to attach or upload all the documents along with the test reports when applying for the BIS Registration.
5. After filing an online form, the applicant has to submit a hard copy of the documents and test reports along with the form at the BIS regional office. 
6. In case of overseas Manufacturers and producers, the applicant needs to hire an AIR, who will be responsible for obtaining certificates on behalf of its producers.
7. After receiving an application, the comet authities will conduct an examination and scrutiny of all the documents, test reports and application submitted.
8. If the examiner will be satisfied by the forms and document then only he will issue a BIS registration certificate.

Validity of BIS registration in India

BIS registration in India is valid for a period of two years starting from the date of issuance and after two years applicant is required to renew its registration by filing Form XII.

Conclusion

The Bureau of Indian Standards provides guidelines of quality and standards of a product to every manufacturer or producer. Moreover, BIS acts as an authority to issue BIS registration certificates. However there are chances for new entities to face difficulty in obtaining the BIS registration certificate. 

At BIAT consultants, our experts will provide you end to end assistance with the matter concerning BIS Registration in India.

BIS happens to be a national authority which promises the superiority, security and dependability of products in India. The intention of BIS is to check the samples of products when they are in the preliminary and surveillance stage. India has in total eight central, four regional and three branch laboratories of BIS.

BIS Registration Product Scheme

BIS Registration product Scheme happens to be one of the biggest schemes across the world having more than 26500 licenses encompassing in excess of 900 products. It permits the manufacturer the usage of the well-known ISI Mark on their products which assures superior quality. BIS Registration product scheme even runs Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme with which international manufacturers can get a license to utilise the BIS standard mark.

Documents needed for BIS Registration

Documents needed for BIS registration process is segregated into two parts:

First part delves into the technical details of the products available for lab tests. The information manufacturer must submit the construction details of the product such as:

• PCB Layout
• Schematic Diagram
• User Manual
• Critical Components List
• As for the second part you must submit the Factory Documents & Information to finish the BIS Application Form and Process, that is, all rudimentary details regarding the manufacturing unit:
• Trademark Registration Copy
• Organizational chart of the factory
• Legal address proof of factory
• List of machinery
• List of equipments
• Documents of Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) when the manufacturer is from outside India

The BIS Registration processes usually consume close to 30-35 days to finish including testing time of 15-20 days and the BIS Application processing time which is 10-15 days.

Types of BIS Registration Schemes

The BIS Registration for the product is classified under various types of schemes which is as follows:

Normal Process For Local Manufacturer

The applicant must furnish the BIS registration or BIS Registration application along with some documents and the necessary fees. Post the submission of the application an assessment is done by a BIS officer whereby the samples are checked in the factory and drafted an indigenous testing report. And, if everything goes according to the script then BIS registration is given when the sampling procedure is accepted.The BIS registration is given within 4 months post submitting the application.

Simplified Process for Local Manufacturers

Over here, the applicant along with the application for BIS Registration furnishes a test report of the sample from the accredited lab to the BIS officer. In case the test report is good enough then the BIS officer will validate the factory and give certificate of registration within 30 days of submission of BIS Registration application with a required test report.

The simplified procedure is applicable for grant of license of All India First license cases and for all the products except for the following:

Products such as cylinders, valves, cement, etc. , where it is essential to have the consent from another statutory body;

All other products where BIS license is given as per factory testing;

Packaged Drinking Water (PDW) and Packaged Natural Mineral Water (PNMW).

Eco Mark Scheme

BIS also offers License to eco-friendly products under a special scheme- ECO Mark Scheme where every environmental product is classified in line with the basic requirements under Indian Standards.

Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme

The ISI mark for foreign applicants or manufacturers is specifically designed and given under a different scheme within a 6 months period. In the year 2000 the concept of Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) was brought in by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) with the objective of enabling the overseas applicants or foreign manufacturers so that they also can utilize Standard Mark on their products. A BIS license that fits into this process can be had in 6 months.

Registration Process for BIS Registration

Licensing Process

As for the licensing process, these steps are needed-

• Submission of application
• BIS Officer going for a preliminary Inspection
• Post the Inspection, the samples get checked
• After conclusion all the assessment, the final outcome will be given

Surveillance Process

Following the Inspection Process, the next method is called the surveillance process in which the factory’s total survey is done. The following steps are initiated for the surveillance procedure

• The Inspecting authority will go the factory and verify it
• Post the testing, the samples are taken
• The samples will be given to the Independent labs
• The test report will intimate about the complaint or provide response on the investigation
• The performance review report will be prepared
• Upon the review of the report license is granted

BIS Registration Mandatory Products

Not every electronic product or other products require BIS Registration however there are some products that come under the essential requirement. The list of products is given below-

• Cement and Concrete
• Diesel Engines
• Household electronics
• Food and related products
• Oil Pressure Stoves
• Automobile Accessories
• Steel products
• Wood Products
• Leather Product
• Cylinders, valves, and Regulators
• Medical Equipment
• Electrical Transformers
• Testing instruments
• Rubber and plastic
• Machinery and equipment

Validity for BIS Registration

The BIS registration remains active for two years and is renewable if the product and the standard are not modified. License renewal is done for at least a period of one year and maximum up to five years. Though, the renewal hinges on the yearly license fee and advance minimum marking fee. If the renewal application is made post the expiry of validity of the license, the applicant will have to cough up a late fee of rupees five thousand.

What do you mean by Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)?

In October 2012, the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology brought an order that stipulates that no one is permitted to manufacture or store some goods. It gave “Electronics and Information Technology Goods (requirement for Company Registration) Order, 2012 and has provided 15 categories of electronic products that have been exempted from sale, import or distribution. Notify goods that do not follow the Indian Standards. Hence, it is mandatory for the manufacturer of the listed electronic products to apply for BIS registration by following the prescribed procedure:

• Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) during that stage enrolls the manufacturers under its registration scheme.
• The enlisted makers are allowed to announce that their products are in conformity with the specified Indian Standards.
• The registered manufacturers must specify that their products use the Standard Mark notified by the Bureau.
• Provisions of Chapter IVA of BIS Rules 1987, regulates Compulsory Registration Scheme.
• The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MEIT) has swelled its list by including 50 more products, all these products come under the category of products that require Compulsory Registration.

Who all can apply?

• Manufacturers of the products mentioned in the scheme which is located in India or outside India.
• The different Registration number for products manufactured at various locations.
• The separate Registration number for every brand being manufactured at the same location.