BIS FMCS Registration: A Complete Guide for Foreign Manufacturers

BIS FMCS Registration (Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme) provides license to Foreign or International organizations to use Standard marks only if they conform to Indian Standards. FMCS performs an inspection of the manufacturing units that are located overseas to ensure they are in accordance with the BIS standards.

All manufacturers (voluntary or mandatory) except manufacturers that deal with Electronics and Information Technology are permitted to use FMCS certification.

BIS registration caters to the manufacturers of goods and services for their certifications depending on their product quality standards.It helps businesses to expand Indian Industry in the International market. Thus, reaching a larger audience.

• Factory premises must be located outside of India
• Product Standards should be in accordance with BIS Standards.
• Manufacturing Equipment and Testing Facilities should be present at site.
• To test the product in accordance with the applicable ISS, product testing equipment and quality control personnel should be accessible in-house.
• Organization has to accept Scheme of Inspection and Testing
• Acceptance of terms and Conditions of License

• Name and address proof of office and unit
• Trademark proof if available
• Business Proof
• Authorization letter
• List of testing facilities and testing equipment list
• Third party laboratory test report as per Indian Standards if applicable
• Layout and location plan of the factory
• Flow chart of manufacturing process
• Manufacturing machinery details
• In case of a foreign manufacturer, nomination details of an indian agent and nomination form

Note: The aforementioned Fees is exclusive of GST.

Validity and Renewal of BIS FMCS Certificate:

After receiving the FMCS certification , manufacturers can use their respective certification for 2 years. Manufacturers are able to renew their BIS Certification if there are no changes to the relevant products or mandated standards.

Manufacturers can continue their Renewed Certificate for minimum 1 year to maximum 5 years. Manufacturers are supposed to pay the minimum marking fee and license fee. If renewed after the expiry period , a late fee of Rupees 5000 is required.

• It ensures safety standards of the product. Basically, BIS is responsible for looking after the harms and threats of a product to public health.
• BIS has certain standards for any product which needs to be followed by any manufacturing company. Any company seeking BIS registration follows such standards and protocols, thus enhancing their quality.
• Customers’ interest as well as trust is gained.
• BSI registration of the company helps prevent any legal complications.
• Delivery of high-quality products distinguishes the company from its competitors. Thus, sales have increased.
• BSI verification allows the company to reach a larger audience, thus attracting potential customers.
• Quality performance allows reputation building for the long run.

FMCS IS foreign Manufacturers certification Scheme. If a manufacturing company conforms with BIS Standards, it is permitted to use FMCS certifications for its imports . to be noted, FMCS products include all voluntary and mandatory products except electronic products.

BIS is responsible for ensuring the safety standards of human beings , animals and environment provision of top quality goods and services, helping gaining trust leading to building the reputation of the manufacturing company . Good Reputation means increased sales. Thus, a company can be a profitable organization if adhered to BIS standards.