Standards applicability
Start by matching the product and intended use to applicable standards.
CONSUMER REGULATORY SERVICES SERVICES
BIS / ISI Regulatory Advisory
Assess standards and conformity requirements before manufacturing, importing or placing a product on the market.
Certification pathway
Check whether compulsory certification or another conformity route applies.
Evidence coordination
Organise technical documents and testing workstreams.
Ongoing conditions
Track certification conditions, renewals and product changes.
SERVICE OVERVIEW
Conformity begins with the right product and standard
An informed regulatory plan starts with the facts of your product, activity and operating model.
BIS requirements depend on the product, applicable Indian Standard, quality-control orders and proposed manufacturing or import arrangement. Certification, registration and testing routes are not interchangeable and may include continuing conditions.
Astronis helps coordinate an applicability review and document roadmap with product and testing teams. Product testing, technical conclusions and certification decisions remain with the appropriate laboratories and BIS.
OUR SERVICES
How we support bis / isi
A coordinated set of regulatory workstreams, tailored to the activity, evidence and outcomes you need to address.
Standards and QCO review
Map the product to relevant standards and check applicable compulsory certification orders.
Certification pathway planning
Coordinate a route review for domestic and overseas manufacturing arrangements.
Testing and document readiness
Organise specifications, samples and technical evidence for specialist review.
Certification maintenance
Track renewal, marking, factory changes and conditions attached to a certification.
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
Know the framework behind each decision.
QCO coverage, effective dates, exemptions and certification routes are product-specific and can change. Confirm the current order and standard before manufacture or import.
Talk to our regulatory teamKEY LAWS & FRAMEWORKS
A considered view of bis / isi regulatory advisory
The specific rules, notifications and authority directions should be confirmed for each matter.
Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016
The statutory framework for BIS and standards-related activities in India.
BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018
Conformity assessment requirements and procedures, as applicable to the route.
Quality Control Orders
Product-specific orders may make conformity requirements compulsory from stated dates.
Product-specific Indian Standards
The applicable standard, amendments and scope depend on product classification and intended use.
WHO WE ASSIST
Support shaped around your role
We work with organisations and stakeholders navigating bis / isi regulatory advisory questions at different stages of operation.
Indian manufacturers
Businesses manufacturing products that may be covered by BIS standards or orders.
Overseas manufacturers
Facilities assessing foreign manufacturer certification or other applicable routes.
Importers and distributors
Businesses checking product conformity before bringing goods to market.
Product and quality teams
Teams coordinating specifications, testing, production and market release.
OUR APPROACH
A clear process from assessment to follow-through
Each engagement is scoped to the relevant activity, available records and decision milestones.
- 01
Identify the product
Confirm specifications, model range, intended use and manufacturing location.
- 02
Check standards and orders
Review applicable Indian Standards, QCO coverage, dates and route.
- 03
Plan testing and evidence
Coordinate samples, technical records and laboratory inputs.
- 04
Prepare the application workstream
Organise the facility, product and quality information for submission.
- 05
Maintain conformity
Track conditions, marking, surveillance and changes to products or production.
KEY CONSIDERATIONS
Plan for the details that shape compliance
Addressing these points early can help reduce avoidable delays and keep responsibilities clear.
Product scope needs precision
Similar trade names may conceal different standards or product scope.
Effective dates matter
Check current QCO timelines, amendments and any stated transition provisions.
Factory capability is relevant
Testing and surveillance may involve site, quality-system and production evidence.
Changes can affect certification
Model, component or manufacturing-site changes should be assessed before implementation.
SERVICE-SPECIFIC VIEW
Choosing the right conformity workstream
Use this high-level guide to organise the initial review. Applicability depends on the facts and current requirements.
| Question | Domestic manufacturing | Overseas manufacturing |
|---|---|---|
| Applicable standard | Check product scope and current QCO | Check product scope and current QCO |
| Facility review | Review Indian manufacturing site and quality records | Review foreign manufacturing site and scheme requirements |
| Testing | Coordinate product testing with an appropriate laboratory | Coordinate testing and evidence under the applicable route |
| Continuing duties | Marking, surveillance and renewal conditions | Certification, marking and import-related conditions |
This summary is for general information and does not replace advice on a specific product, project or regulatory matter.
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Have another question? Contact us BIS / ISI Regulatory Advisory: common questions
Answers to help you frame an initial conversation. The applicable position should be confirmed for your circumstances.
Does every product need BIS certification?
No. Requirements depend on the product and applicable standards or quality-control orders. Check current coverage before manufacture or import.
Is an ISI mark the same as every BIS registration?
No. BIS operates different conformity assessment routes. The applicable route depends on the product and relevant order or scheme.
Can a foreign manufacturer obtain BIS certification?
A route may be available for specified products and circumstances. Eligibility, process and current requirements should be checked for the product and facility.
Can BIS approval be guaranteed by an advisor?
No. Certification decisions are made by BIS under the applicable process. Advisory support can help with applicability, evidence organisation and follow-up.
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TESTIMONIALS
Clear advice. Practical direction.
Perspectives shared with permission by clients of our advisory teams.
Astronis Global brought clarity and commercial focus to a complex restructuring exercise. Their advice was practical, timely and easy for our leadership team to act on.
The team understood our regulatory requirements quickly and helped us move forward with confidence. We valued their responsiveness and disciplined follow-through.
Astronis Global provided dependable support across multiple registrations and approvals. Their communication was clear, structured and consistently professional.