UMSPCS supports Malaysian manufacturers in obtaining BIS certification for import & export products to India. We expert consultancy for FMCS, CRS & Scheme X with documentation, testing, and AIR representation.
BIS Certification Consultant in Malaysia
- Assistance for BIS Application Filing
- Local Co-ordination with BIS Authorities
- Clear Cost & Timeline Estimates
- Compliance Support after BIS Approval
- Complete Documentation Support
BIS Certification Consultant in Malaysia - Documentation, Testing & Approval Support
Legal Market Access:
BIS certification helps manufacturers to get legal import/export of regulated products in India.
Improved brand credibility:
Certified products ensure adherence to the accepted quality standards in India.
Increased guarantee and confidence of the distributor, retailer and end-users with BIS products.
Use across Government Projects:
Many procurements and infrastructure projects are in the public sector and need certified products.
Lower Compliance Risks:
Certification helps to reduce the risk of disputes with regulators and market restrictions.
Compliance competitive Business advantage:
It enables the manufacturers to improve their foothold in India.
Electronics and Information Technology
Electrical Equipment
Steel and Construction Products
Chemical Products
Automotive Components
- Product category assessment
- Indian Standard identification for its application
- Certification scheme selection
- Documentation preparation
- Laboratory testing coordination
- Application filing
- BIS authority coordination
- Factory inspection support
- Query management
- Licence approval assistance
- Post-certification compliance support
1. Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS)
The Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) is a scheme that allows overseas manufacturers to apply for the BIS certificate for products that need to be certified.
Radioactive authorisation is given to the manufacturers under FMCS only after successful completion of the testing, factory inspection and evaluation of BIS.
Typical food products typically certified by the FMCS are:Steel products Cement products Household goods Industrial products Construction materials
Typical food products typically certified by the FMCS are:
2. Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)
The main use of the Compulsory Registration Scheme is for electronics and IT products.
CRS products can incorporate: LED lighting products Mobile phones Laptops Power adapters Electronic equipment
Manufacturers are required to register and test a product for export to India for covered products.
CRS products can incorporate:
3. Scheme-X Certification
Some industrial products or safety-related products are covered by the demands of Scheme X certification, resulting in the introduction of Quality Control Orders (QCOs).
Manufacturers are required to follow the relevant regulations and guidelines that are applicable to them before exporting these types of products to India.
Step 1: Application Preparation & Submission
The FMCS certification is initiated with the preparation and submission of the BIS application and various technical and legal documents. BIS will attend to each and every detail of what is submitted; it is important that it is accurate and complete in order to get the approval process moving.
At this point, our team offers support on: Assigning owners and grouping them together Preparing technical documentation Completing application forms Payment of applicable Government fees, if required. Application submission to BIS First fact-checking by BIS officials
At this point, our team offers support on:
Step 2: BIS Query Management
BIS may ask questions regarding technical, documentation or compliance aspects during the evaluation process. Having a timely and accurate answer is of key importance to make the certification process go smoothly.
UMSPCS helps the manufacturers with: Review and analyse BIS observations Providing compliance clarification Work to create further supporting materials Drafting technical responses Liaising with BIS officials for the enterprise
UMSPCS helps the manufacturers with:
Step 3: Factory Inspection & Compliance Audit
Once the docs are verified, BIS books a date with their overseas manufacturing unit. The BIS officers conduct an audit to check the compliance of the factory with Indian Standards and quality control norms.
At the time of the inspection, BIS assesses: Manufacturing processes Production infrastructure Quality management systems In-house testing facilities Product consistency Compliance procedures
Our support includes: Inspection planning and coordination Audit preparation assistance
with BIS officials Technical input that helped during the inspection Workflow during the factory audit process
At the time of the inspection, BIS assesses:
Our support includes:
Step 4: Product Sample Testing
BIS officials take and seal samples of the product for independent testing during the inspection of the factory. Next, these samples are subjected to third-party lab testing in a BIS-approved lab to check their conformance to the applicable Indian Standard.
Typically involves: During the audit, samples are selected to represent the population of all cases under examination. The sealing of samples by the BIS officials. Send to appropriate facilities. Product testing as per Indian Standards Submit test reports to BIS for evaluation.
UMSPCS closely cooperates with the manufacturers and laboratories for proper coordination during the testing procedure.
Typically involves:
Step 5: Licence Approval & Certification Grant
Upon passing all compliance requirements and the product successfully passing the tests, BIS gets into the licence-granting process.
Manufacturers will have to fulfil the relevant licence and marking formalities prior to the release of the licence.
Following approval: BIS is the issuer of the Grant of Licence Formally awarded certificate Use of the ISI Mark is permitted The product is made available for export and sale to the Indian markets and borders.
Following approval:
Step 6: Indemnity Bond & Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)
While awaiting completion of the certification process, the foreign manufacturer is additionally required to satisfy certain legal and financial obligations.
They typically involve: State of Indian execution of the Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) Agreement Submission of the Indemnity Bond The necessary Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) will be furnished Final compliance coordination with BIS needs to be done
They typically involve:
- The essential basic data of the manufacturing unit and product category are essential.
- Test report furnished by a lab recognised by BIS/NABL as per the Indian Standard
- Proof of ownership of the manufacturing plant (ownership deed, utility bill, etc.)
- Trademark registration
- Licenses and approvals from statutory authorities
- Product design drawings/schematic
- The capacity set up to make the product.
- Data on raw materials
- Specifications and a list of manufacturing machines will be provided.
- The manufacturing machines are listed, and their specifications are provided.
- Flowchart for manufacturing process
- Type and process of packaging
- List of Test equipment (both corded and wireless) in the Manufacturing unit, and be able to calibrate the test equipment.
- Details of quality control staff
- Methods used to dispose of poor-quality products
- Plan of the manufacturing plant.
- The organogram of the factory is shown below
- Electrical safety testing
- Performance testing
- Mechanical testing
- Environmental testing
- Reliability testing
- Chemical analysis
| Particulars | Estimated Cost (Dollar) |
|---|---|
Application Fees (BIS) |
$12.00 |
Per Diem Expenses for Bis Officers- 3 Days |
$900.00 |
Charges for the Visit |
$466.66 |
Contingency Funds |
$111.11 |
Bis Charges- Travel/Visa etc. -Estimate |
$2173.00 |
Marking Fee (Min.) |
$2744.00 |
Sample Testing |
$400 to $3000 |
Total Bis Cost |
$6850.77 to $10000.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A professional consultant assists manufacturers in reducing and optimising documentation, testing, application filing, factory inspections, and regulatory communication to help minimise delays and maximise the success rate of getting a product
Yes, depending on the product category, Malaysian manufacturers can apply for BIS certification under one of the relevant schemes: Scheme-X, CRS or FMCS.
The timeline for most certification projects is 5-6 months, depending on the test requirements, factory inspection and product complexity.
Common documents required are the company's registration papers, manufacturing details, product specifications, quality records, test reports and Authorised Indian Representative
The cost of certification varies according to product type, number of models, applicable certification scheme, the costs of the audit and government fees.
The expert BIS consulting services streamline approval processes, minimise risks to compliance, and aid in managing documentation, testing, application filing updates, factory inspections, and customer communication.
