As of 2026, BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) Certification continues to be a critical requirement for manufacturers, importers, and brand owners dealing with products listed under the mandatory ISI Scheme and the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS). With the government expanding product safety regulations each year, more industries now fall under BIS compliance to ensure higher consumer safety and product reliability.
1. Manufacturers of Products Under Mandatory BIS (2026 Update)
Any manufacturer—Indian or foreign—producing goods included in the 2026 mandatory list must obtain BIS certification. These include:
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Electronics & IT products: Smartphones, smartwatches, IoT devices, power banks (expanded CRS list of 2025–26).
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Electrical equipment: LED lighting systems, wires, switches, inverters, batteries.
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Steel & metal products: Steel bars, stainless steel sheets, steel forgings.
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Construction materials: Cement, PVC pipes, chemical admixtures.
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Automotive components: Helmets, tires, safety glass, critical engine components.
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Consumer goods: Packaged drinking water, pressure cookers, bottled LPG regulators, toys.
By 2026, the BIS list has grown to include more smart devices, safety-critical components, and sustainability-linked products.
2. Importers and Traders (2026 Market Requirement)
Importers must ensure that the products they bring into India are BIS-certified. In 2026, customs systems are integrated with BIS databases, so non-compliant products are automatically flagged and held at ports.
3. Foreign Manufacturers (FMCS & CRS 2026 Requirements)
Foreign factories exporting regulated products to India must obtain BIS approval through:
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FMCS (for high-risk products)
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CRS registration (for electronics & IT products)
The process now includes stricter factory inspections and periodic surveillance audits introduced in 2025.
4. Brand Owners / OEM Businesses
If a brand sells products manufactured by third-party units, those units must hold BIS Certification. In 2026, BIS requires brand owners to maintain updated agreements and traceability for all OEM products.
5. Industries with High Safety Impact
Sectors such as construction, electronics, automotive, and consumer appliances face tighter BIS norms due to rising safety concerns and government focus on quality control.
Extra Understanding (2026 Focus)
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BIS has expanded its voluntary certification scheme for sustainability-related products.
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Non-compliance in 2026 results in higher penalties, online product removal, and prosecution.
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Companies often go for BIS to gain marketplace approval (Amazon/Flipkart now mandate BIS for listed regulated products).
Conclusion
In 2026, any entity involved in manufacturing, importing, distributing, or branding products covered under mandatory BIS schemes must hold BIS Certification. This ensures safer products, regulatory compliance, smoother imports, and greater customer trust.
