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BIS Revises Licence Validity and Continuation Rules Under Scheme-II
Published Date: 02 June 2026
Table of Contents
- 1. Overview
- 2. What Has Changed Under the Revised Scheme-II Provisions?
- 3. Important Guidance for Manufacturers and Licensees
- 4. Effective Date of the Amendment
- 5. How This Update Benefits Businesses
- 6. Steps Businesses Should Take Now
- 7. How Absolute Veritas Supports Businesses
- 8. Frequently Asked Questions
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The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced significant amendments to the BIS licence validity and continuation framework under Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Effective from 25 February 2026, these revisions redefine how manufacturers obtain, maintain, and renew their licences to use the Standard Mark — with a clear emphasis on extended BIS licence renewal periods alongside structured annual compliance obligations. Manufacturers holding or applying for BIS CRS Certification should also review how these updated continuation rules may intersect with their existing compliance timelines.
At Absolute Veritas, we assist manufacturers, importers, and businesses with BIS Certification, documentation review, BIS licence renewal services, BIS CRS registration, and licence tracking under Scheme-II across India.
Overview
Under Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, manufacturers are required to obtain and maintain valid licences for compliance as well as for the continued use of the BIS Standard Mark.
The revised framework primarily focuses on extending BIS licence validity while ensuring annual compliance through timely fee payments and accurate submission of production details. This amendment is relevant not only to ISI Mark holders but also to businesses managing BIS CRS certification obligations for electronics and IT products.
The amendment is expected to provide both operational flexibility and long-term regulatory clarity for businesses operating under BIS Scheme-II certification in India.
What Has Changed Under the Revised Scheme-II Provisions?
| Amendment | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial Licence Validity | Licences granted under BIS Scheme-II will now carry an initial validity period of five years, providing manufacturers with a more stable and predictable BIS certification horizon. Businesses simultaneously managing BIS CRS registration should align their renewal calendars accordingly. |
| Annual Fee Payment Obligation | Despite the five-year validity, BIS licence fees are not payable as a lump sum. Licensees are required to remit the applicable fees on an annual basis throughout the licence period. |
| Five-Year Renewal Period | Upon expiry, licences may be renewed for a further term of five years. BIS licence renewal fees, consistent with the grant structure, are also payable annually rather than upfront for the full renewal term. |
| Advance Payment Mandate | All fees whether pertaining to licence grant, renewal, or continuation — must be paid in advance on an annual basis, prior to the relevant due date. Late or deferred payments will not be accepted as compliant. |
| Consequences of Non-Compliance | Failure to submit annual fees or production details within prescribed timelines may trigger regulatory action under the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, including suspension, deferment, cancellation, or expiry of the licence. This applies equally to BIS CRS certified product registrations under applicable schemes. |
Important Guidance for Manufacturers and Licensees
Manufacturers and BIS licence holders play a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted compliance under the revised framework.
Businesses should ensure:
- Annual fee due dates are identified and tracked in advance
- Production details are submitted accurately and on time each year
- Existing BIS licence validity periods and renewal timelines are reviewed promptly
- Internal compliance records for all Scheme-II products are maintained
- Any changes in production details are communicated to BIS without delay
- Advance payments are processed before the prescribed due date
- Businesses managing BIS CRS compliance for electronics and IT goods review their separate registration timelines in parallel
Proper preparation and proactive compliance management helps businesses avoid suspension, cancellation, or other regulatory consequences under BIS Scheme-II.
Effective Date of the Amendment
This amendment is in immediate effect. All existing and prospective licensees under Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 are advised to align their compliance processes accordingly without delay. Manufacturers also registered under the BIS CRS scheme for electronic and IT products should ensure both registration tracks are up to date.
How This Update Benefits Businesses
- Reduced frequency of full BIS licence renewal cycles, lowering administrative overhead
- Improved long-term compliance planning with a defined five-year structure
- Greater financial flexibility through annual rather than lump-sum fee payments
- Structured annual touchpoints that reinforce ongoing BIS compliance discipline
- Reduced risk of inadvertent lapses in BIS-certified status
- Helps maintain continuity of BIS-certified operations over longer periods
- Businesses managing both ISI Mark and BIS CRS registration benefit from clearer multi-track compliance planning
The revised system balances longer BIS certification continuity with periodic compliance accountability, providing a more predictable regulatory environment for industry.
Steps Businesses Should Take Now
- Review current BIS licence validity and assess upcoming renewal timelines
- Calendar all annual fee due dates under the revised structure
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of production details each year
- Establish internal tracking mechanisms to prevent suspension or cancellation risks
- Maintain comprehensive compliance records for all BIS Scheme-II products
- If applicable, review BIS CRS certification status and renewal timelines separately
Businesses that maintain proper documentation and proactive compliance processes will be better positioned to sustain uninterrupted BIS licence validity under the new framework.
How Absolute Veritas Supports Businesses
Absolute Veritas provides professional support for BIS certification, BIS licence renewal, compliance management, documentation review, and regulatory coordination services across India.
Our team assists businesses with:
- BIS Scheme-II Licence Management
- Annual Fee Tracking and Scheduling
- Production Details Submission Support
- Documentation Verification
- Label & Marking Review
- BIS ISI Renewal and AMC Services
- BIS CRS Certification and Registration
- BIS Licence Renewal and Validity Management
- Regulatory Compliance Assistance
- Pre-Submission Compliance Checks
We help manufacturers, importers, startups, and brands reduce compliance risks and maintain uninterrupted BIS licence validity so businesses can focus on operations without worrying about regulatory lapses.
Need expert support for BIS Scheme-II licence compliance and certification management?
Connect with Absolute Veritas for professional guidance on BIS licence renewal, annual fee tracking, BIS licence validity management, BIS CRS certification support, and regulatory compliance across India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the new BIS licence validity period under Scheme-II?
Under the revised provisions, licences granted under BIS Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 will now carry an initial validity of five years, with BIS licence renewal also granted for a further five-year period. Manufacturers holding BIS CRS certification for electronics products operate under a separate registration framework and should verify their own renewal schedules.
Are BIS licence fees paid once for the full five-year period?
No. Although the BIS licence validity is five years, applicable fees must be paid annually in advance before the due date. This applies to both the grant and BIS licence renewal periods.
What happens if BIS annual fees are not paid on time?
Failure to submit annual fees or production details within prescribed timelines may result in suspension, deferment, cancellation, or expiry of the licence under the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. For BIS CRS registered products, separate compliance timelines apply and should be monitored independently.
When did the BIS Scheme-II licence validity amendment come into effect?
The amendment was issued on 25 February 2026 and is in immediate effect. All existing and prospective BIS Scheme-II licensees are advised to comply without delay.
What is BIS CRS Certification and how is it different from Scheme-II?
BIS CRS Certification (Compulsory Registration Scheme) applies to electronics, IT, and telecom products and operates under a separate registration framework from Scheme-II ISI Mark licences. While Scheme-II governs industrial and consumer goods through factory audits and marking licences, BIS CRS requires product testing and registration before sale in India. Both frameworks require active compliance management and timely renewals.
How can Absolute Veritas help with BIS Scheme-II compliance?
Absolute Veritas provides end-to-end support for BIS Scheme-II licence management, including annual fee tracking, production details submission, BIS ISI renewal and AMC services, BIS CRS certification and registration, documentation review, and regulatory compliance assistance across India.
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