BIS Certification Overview
Introduction The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India, functioning under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India. Established in 1986, BIS replaced the erstwhile Indian S...
Foreign Companies BIS Consultants: A Complete Guide
Executive Summary India’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) runs conformity schemes that make many products legally marketable only after they meet Indian Standards (IS). For foreign manufacturers, navigating BIS can be challenging—requirements differ...
How to Get a BIS License in India from Abroad
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is India’s national standards body, responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and reliability of products sold in the Indian market. For foreign manufacturers who wish to export their products to India, obtain...
BIS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers
Introduction The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India responsible for formulating quality, safety, and reliability standards for products. BIS certification ensures that goods meet prescribed Indian Standards (IS)...
IS 18480:2025 – A Comprehensive Standard for Self-Tapping Screws
Introduction The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released IS 18480:2025, the first revision of the Indian Standard for self-tapping screws. This new document consolidates earlier fragmented standards—IS 7169:2018, IS 7170:2018, and IS 7173:2018—...
IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 – Strengthening Safety in Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment
Introduction The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has formally adopted IS/IEC 62368-1:2023, aligning India’s regulatory framework with the latest International Electro technical Commission (IEC) requirements for audio/video, information, and communic...
FAQ on BIS Scheme-X Certification
1. What is Scheme-X under BIS? Scheme-X is a conformity assessment scheme under Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. It is primarily used for certification of products notified under the Omnibus Technical Regulation (OTR)...
BIS Certification Process
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India, responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and reliability of products available in the Indian market. BIS certification is a mark of conformity that assures consumers t...
Electric Vehicle Conductive Charging Systems Indian Standards (IS 17017 Series)
Introduction The adoption of electric vehicles in India is accelerating, and with it, the need for standardized charging infrastructure. To address interoperability, safety, and performance, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has formulated the IS...
Benefits of BIS Certification
In today’s competitive and quality-driven market, consumer trust and product reliability play a crucial role in the success of any business. In India, one of the most important quality assurance marks is the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certifica...
Importance of BIS Certification
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), established under the BIS Act, 2016, is the national standards body of India. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring product quality, safety, and reliability for Indian consumers. BIS certification is a mark that as...
Who Needs BIS Certification?
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is India’s national standards body responsible for formulating quality, safety, and reliability benchmarks for products and systems. The certification provided by BIS is a mark of conformity that assures consumers...
BIS SCHEME-X CERTIFICATION (OTR)
BIS SCHEME-X CERTIFICATION (OTR) ABOUT SCHEME-X (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Scheme -X (Omnibus Technical Regulation) is a specialized conformity assessment scheme designed for machineries that require specific safety and risk reduction conformance...
Cross Recessed Screws (Quality Control) Order, 2025 And the Role of Omega QMS Pvt. Ltd. in BIS Certification
Introduction On 27th August 2025, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, DPIIT) notified the Cross Recessed Screws (Quality Control) Order, 2025 under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Stand...
IS 2083:2024 – Flashlights Specification and the Role of Omega QMS Pvt. Ltd. in BIS Certification
1. Introduction The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is India’s national body responsible for standardization, certification, and quality assurance. Under the BIS Act, 2016, certain products must meet prescribed Indian Standards to ensure safety, dur...
Ensuring Quality and Compliance: QCO 2025 for Refrigeration Units and Omega QMS Pvt Ltd’s Role in BIS/ISI Licensing
Introduction To elevate quality standards and ensure energy efficiency in commercial refrigeration equipment, the Government of India has issued the Draft Quality Control Order (QCO) 2025 covering Refrigerated Storage Cabinets and Counters as well as...