Quick Summary
BIS is responsible for developing Indian Standards, product certification (ISI Mark), management system certification, and hallmarking of gold jewelry.
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standards Body of India established under the BIS Act, 2016.
Functions
- Formulation of Indian Standards (IS)
- Product Certification (ISI Mark)
- Management System Certification
- Hallmarking of gold and silver jewelry
- Laboratory recognition
- Consumer awareness
Mandatory Certification
Compulsory for: Cement, electrical goods, food products, automotive components, medical devices, steel products, and various other products as per government notifications.
ISI Mark Certification Process
- Submit application with required documents
- Factory inspection by BIS officer
- Sample testing in BIS-recognized lab
- Grant of license if standards met
- License valid for 1 year, renewable
- Surveillance visits conducted
Hallmarking
Mandatory hallmarking for gold jewelry since 2021. Four marks: BIS logo, purity grade, hallmarking center mark, and jeweler identification.
Key Points
- National standards body
- ISI Mark for product certification
- Mandatory for many products
- Hallmarking for gold jewelry
- Annual license renewal
- Factory inspections conducted