Explore key Indian certifications like ISI Mark, BIS CRS, BEE Star Rating & Legal Metrology. A must-read for manufacturers, importers, and startups.
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
ISI Mark | BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) | Mandatory for products like steel, cement, water, etc. |
BIS CRS | BIS | For electronics like LEDs, phones, laptops, etc. |
BEE Star Rating | BEE (Bureau of Energy Efficiency) | For energy-rated products like ACs, refrigerators |
Legal Metrology Certificate | Department of Consumer Affairs | For all pre-packaged goods (MRP, weight, expiry) |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
CDSCO Registration | CDSCO | Required for manufacturing/importing cosmetics |
Import License (COS-1/2) | CDSCO | Mandatory for foreign cosmetic brands |
Label Compliance | CDSCO + Legal Metrology | Must include batch, ingredients, shelf life |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
FSSAI License | FSSAI | Mandatory for any food-related business |
Organic Certification (NPOP) | APEDA | Required for organic food sales |
ISI/BIS for Packaged Foods | BIS | For packaged water, baby food, milk powder |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
Drug License | CDSCO + State Drug Controller | Manufacturing/selling drugs |
Medical Device Registration | CDSCO | Mandatory under MDR 2017 (Class A-D devices) |
GMP Certification | State FDA | Good Manufacturing Practices |
Nutraceuticals Registration | CDSCO | Required for functional foods/supplements |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
WPC/ETA Approval | Wireless Planning Commission (WPC) | Required for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RF devices |
TEC Certificate | Telecommunication Engineering Centre | For telecom equipment (routers, switches, etc.) |
BIS CRS | BIS | Mandatory for 60+ electronics products |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
ISI Mark | BIS | Mandatory for electric & non-electric toys |
IS 9873 Compliance | BIS | Safety, mechanical & labeling standards |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
EPR Authorization (Plastic/E-waste) | CPCB/SPCB | For producers/importers of plastic, battery, e-waste |
Hazardous Chemical License | MoEFCC / DGFT | For chemical importers |
Pollution NOC (CTE & CTO) | SPCB | Consent to Establish and Operate |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
Factory License | State Labour Dept | For running a manufacturing unit |
Fire NOC | Local Fire Dept | Safety for commercial/industrial premises |
Electricity Sanction | State Electricity Board | High-power consumption approval |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
PESO License | Petroleum and Explosives Safety Org | For gas cylinders, explosives, firecrackers |
OISD Compliance | Oil Industry Safety Directorate | Safety guidelines for oil and gas industries |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
Clinical Establishment License | State Health Dept | Required for hospitals, labs, diagnostic centers |
AYUSH License | Ministry of AYUSH | For Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani, Homeopathy medicines |
NABL Accreditation | NABL | For pathology and calibration labs |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
STPI Registration | Software Technology Parks of India | For IT/ITES export benefits |
ISO 27001 | Private Certification Bodies | Data protection and IT security |
MeitY Empanelment | Ministry of Electronics & IT | Required for govt IT vendors |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
RERA Registration | RERA | Mandatory for builders and developers |
Environmental Clearance (EC) | SEIAA / MoEFCC | For real estate, infra, large industrial projects |
PWD Contractor License | Public Works Department | Required for govt infra projects |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
Shop & Establishment License | State Municipal Corporation | For offices, retail stores, local businesses |
Trade License | Municipality/MCD/BMC | Required for doing business within city limits |
Professional Tax Registration | State Tax Dept | Required for salaried employees (in applicable states) |
MSME/Udyam Certificate | Ministry of MSME | Subsidies, tenders, benefits |
Startup India DPIIT Certificate | DPIIT | Tax benefits, investor incentives |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
IEC Code | DGFT | Mandatory for import/export |
RCMC Certificate | FIEO/APEDA/Other EPCs | Required for export incentives |
GACC Registration (for China) | China Customs | For exporting food/cosmetics to China |
Certificate | Authority | Purpose |
ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 | Private Certifiers | Quality, environment, safety standards |
CE Mark | EU | For exporting to Europe |
RoHS/REACH | EU | For electronics/chemical exports |
Halal/Kosher Certification | Private Bodies | Required for GCC or Jewish markets |
US FDA Approval | US FDA | For pharma/food export to the USA |
Certificate | Sector/Use | Authority |
Packer Registration (LMPC) | FMCG, Pre-packaged goods | Legal Metrology |
ASCI Compliance | Advertising | Advertising Standards Council |
DoT OSP License | BPO, call centers | Department of Telecom |
CPCSEA Approval | Pharma, R&D | Animal testing committee |
NPCI/UPI License | Fintech | NPCI + RBI |
Data Privacy Compliance (IT Rules 2021) | Apps, OTT, websites | MeitY + CERT-In |
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