BIS-ISI Registration in Thane
If your factory in Thane makes a product that falls under a BIS Quality Control Order, you need an ISI licence before you can manufacture, sell or supply it. OM Garuda Group handles the full BIS-ISI registration for Thane manufacturers – from checking which Indian Standard applies, through lab testing and the factory audit, to the day your licence is granted.
- Issued by
- Bureau of Indian Standards
- Scheme
- Product Certification (Scheme-I)
- Licence holder
- Manufacturer / factory
- Renewal
- Up to 5 years at a time
What is BIS-ISI registration?
BIS-ISI registration is the licence that allows a manufacturer to print the ISI mark on a product. The licence is granted by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the BIS Act, 2016, after the product passes testing against its Indian Standard (IS) and the factory is inspected.
For a growing list of products – electrical accessories, cables, steel, cement, helmets, pressure cookers, toys and many more – the Government has issued Quality Control Orders (QCOs) that make the ISI mark compulsory. For these products there is no option: no licence, no sale.
For other products the ISI mark is voluntary, but many Thane manufacturers still apply because government tenders, large EPC contractors and e-commerce marketplaces increasingly ask for it.
Who needs an ISI licence in Thane?
Thane district is one of Maharashtra's densest manufacturing belts. Wagle Estate and the Thane-Belapur MIDC stretch house electrical, switchgear and engineering units; Dombivli and Ambernath MIDC have chemical, steel and packaging processors; Ulhasnagar is known for plastic and household goods; and Bhiwandi's warehouses stock products for the whole country. Many of these products – cables, switches, plastic pipes, steel, kitchen appliances and toys – are now under compulsory ISI certification.
- Manufacturers in Thane – the licence is always issued to the factory address where the product is made.
- Brand owners who outsource production – the contract manufacturer must hold the licence; we help both sides set this up correctly.
- Importers via Nhava Sheva (JNPT) – your foreign supplier needs an ISI licence under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme, or customs will hold the consignment.
- Traders and distributors – cannot apply themselves, but must only buy and sell ISI-marked stock for mandatory products.
Products we have certified
Our team has completed ISI projects across electrical, construction, safety and household product categories. Common products for Thane manufacturers include:
Not sure if your product is covered? Send us the product name and HS code and we will confirm the applicable Indian Standard and QCO within one working day.
ISI registration process
- Product and standard checkWe identify the Indian Standard, the QCO date and the Scheme of Testing and Inspection (STI) for your product.
- Factory readinessWe list the in-house testing equipment, calibration and quality-control staff the STI requires, and check your Thane unit against it.
- Lab testingSamples are tested at a BIS-recognised laboratory. Under the simplified procedure, the test report goes in with the application.
- Online applicationWe prepare the documents and file the application with fees on the BIS Manak Online portal.
- Factory auditA BIS officer inspects your production line, lab and records. We carry out a pre-audit first so nothing is missed.
- Licence grantOn approval, BIS issues the licence number (CM/L-) that you print with the ISI mark on each product.
Documents required
| Business | Company registration / partnership deed, GST certificate, MSME (Udyam) certificate if applicable |
|---|---|
| Factory | Factory address proof, site layout, list of machinery and manufacturing process flow chart |
| Testing | List of in-house test equipment with calibration certificates, qualified QC person's details |
| Product | Product details, brand name, trademark (if any), BIS lab test report |
| Signatory | Authorisation letter, ID proof of the authorised signatory |
The exact list varies by product standard. We share a product-specific checklist once we know your item.
Why Thane businesses choose OM Garuda Group
- 12+ years in government liaisoning for BIS, WPC, Legal Metrology, EPR and more.
- One point of contact for standard identification, lab coordination, documents, audit and licence follow-up.
- Pre-audit at your factory so the BIS inspection goes through the first time.
- Quick site visits – from Nalasopara (E) we reach Thane, Bhiwandi and Kalyan-Dombivli units without long lead times.
- Post-licence support for surveillance testing, renewals, marking fee returns and adding new models.
- Related approvals under one roof – WPC-ETA, Legal Metrology (LMPC), EPR and trademark registration.
Areas we serve in Thane
We provide BIS-ISI registration support to manufacturers across Thane city and all major industrial areas of Thane district and Navi Mumbai, including:
- Thane West
- Wagle Estate
- Thane-Belapur MIDC
- Kolshet
- Majiwada
- Ghodbunder Road
- Kalwa
- Mumbra
- Diva
- Kalyan
- Dombivli MIDC
- Ulhasnagar
- Ambernath MIDC
- Badlapur MIDC
- Bhiwandi
- Titwala
- Shahapur
- Murbad MIDC
- Airoli
- Rabale
- Mahape
- Turbhe (TTC MIDC)
- Vashi
- Mira-Bhayandar
Applications from Thane district are processed through the Bureau of Indian Standards' Mumbai branch offices under the Western Regional Office in MIDC Andheri (East), so follow-ups are close at hand.
Penalties for selling without the ISI mark
Under the BIS Act, 2016, manufacturing, importing, storing, selling or distributing a QCO product without a valid licence is an offence. Officials can seize stock from factories, warehouses and shops, and the law provides for heavy fines and imprisonment. Beyond the legal risk, marketplaces and institutional buyers now routinely ask for the CM/L licence number before listing or ordering – so an uncertified product quickly loses its market.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for BIS-ISI registration in Thane?
Only the manufacturer of the finished product can hold an ISI licence. A Thane trader, distributor or brand owner cannot apply in their own name; the licence is issued to the factory that makes the product. Foreign manufacturers apply under the BIS Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme with an authorised Indian representative.
How long does it take to get an ISI licence in Thane?
Timelines depend on the product standard, lab testing time and whether the normal or simplified procedure is used. Most Thane manufacturers we work with receive their licence in roughly 1 to 3 months once the factory, in-house testing facility and documents are ready.
Where is the BIS office for Thane manufacturers?
Applications from Thane are handled by the Bureau of Indian Standards Mumbai branch offices under the Western Regional Office at MIDC Andheri (East). The application itself is filed online on the BIS Manak Online portal, and we coordinate with the concerned branch office on your behalf.
What is the validity of a BIS-ISI licence?
A new ISI licence is normally granted for one to two years and can then be renewed for up to five years at a time, provided the product keeps passing surveillance testing and the licence fees are paid on time.
Is an in-house testing lab compulsory for ISI certification?
Yes. The factory must have the testing equipment and a qualified quality-control person to carry out the routine tests listed in the Scheme of Testing and Inspection (STI) for that Indian Standard. We help Thane units list the required equipment before the BIS audit.
What happens if I sell a mandatory product without the ISI mark?
Manufacturing, importing, storing or selling a product covered by a Quality Control Order without a valid BIS licence is an offence under the BIS Act, 2016. It can lead to seizure of stock, heavy fines and prosecution, and e-commerce platforms and large buyers will delist uncertified products.
Do you visit factories in Thane for the pre-audit?
Yes. Our team is based in Nalasopara, Palghar, and visits factories across Wagle Estate, Kolshet, Bhiwandi, Kalyan, Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, Ambernath and Navi Mumbai to carry out a pre-audit of the production line, lab equipment, calibration records and documents before the BIS officer's inspection.
What is the cost of BIS-ISI registration in Thane?
The total cost depends on the product, the Indian Standard, lab testing charges, BIS application and licence fees, and the marking fee based on production volume. Call +91-9582839722 with your product details and we will share a clear estimate.