Introduction
BIS ISI renewal is the process of extending an existing BIS product certification licence before it lapses, by filing Form XII along with production data and the applicable fees. Under the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Amendment Regulations, 2026, renewed licences are now valid for up to 5 years, though manufacturers must still pay the annual licence and marking fees every year.
Applications should ideally be submitted three months before expiry. A missed deadline attracts a ₹5,000 late fee and a 90-day suspension. The full renewal cycle — document review, surveillance audit, and BIS approval — usually takes anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks, depending on the product category and how quickly documents are submitted.
What is BIS ISI Renewal?
Every BIS ISI licence — granted under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 — is issued for a fixed period. Once that period ends, the licence does not renew itself. The manufacturer has to formally apply to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to continue using the ISI mark on their product, and this process is what is commonly called BIS ISI renewal, ISI mark renewal, or BIS licence renewal.
Renewal is BIS re-confirming that your factory, quality control process, and product still meet the relevant Indian Standard, and that you have kept up with your fee and reporting obligations. If you skip this step, you lose the legal right to put the ISI mark on your product, even if your manufacturing quality hasn't changed at all.
This matters because the ISI mark is not a marketing badge — it's a compliance requirement for products covered under mandatory Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Retailers, e-commerce platforms, government buyers, and customs authorities all check for a live, valid BIS licence number before accepting a product into the market.
What Changed in the BIS ISI Renewal Rules in 2026?
If you renewed your ISI licence before 2026, the rules you're used to have shifted. On 25 February 2026, BIS notified the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Amendment Regulations, 2026, followed by a corrigendum on 28 April 2026. Together, these changed how long a BIS licence — new or renewed — stays valid, and how the fees are structured.
| Aspect |
Before the 2026 Amendment |
After the 2026 Amendment |
| Validity of a new licence |
Generally 1 to 2 years under Scheme-I |
Can now be granted for up to 5 years |
| Renewal validity |
Licensee could request 1 to 5 years, subject to fee payment for that full period |
Renewal is generally aligned to a period of up to 5 years |
| Fee payment structure |
Full-period licence and marking fees often paid upfront for the requested duration |
Licence and marking fees are payable annually in advance, even within a 5-year term |
| Compliance obligation |
Annual production statement and fee |
Still required annually — the 5-year validity does not remove yearly compliance |
| Late renewal fee |
₹5,000 |
₹5,000 (unchanged) |
Who Needs to Apply for BIS ISI Renewal?
You need to go through BIS ISI renewal if any of the following applies to you:
You already hold a valid BIS ISI licence (CM/L number) for a product covered under a mandatory Quality Control Order, and its validity period is approaching expiry.
You are an Indian manufacturer producing goods under Scheme-I of the BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018.
You are a foreign manufacturer holding a licence under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS), represented by an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR).
Your licence has recently been suspended for a fee or documentation lapse, and you want to bring it back to active status before it lapses permanently.
Note:
Renewal is different from applying for a fresh licence. If your licence has already been cancelled — not merely suspended — you generally need to file a new application rather than a renewal.
What Documents Are Required for BIS ISI Renewal?
BIS ISI renewal documentation is lighter than a fresh application, but it still needs to be accurate and complete. Missing paperwork is one of the common reasons renewal applications get delayed.
| S.No. |
Document |
Why It's Needed |
| 1 |
Form XII – Application for Renewal of Licence |
The official renewal application; must state the existing licence number (CM/L) and the requested renewal period |
| 2 |
Copy of the existing BIS ISI licence |
Confirms the licence number, product scope, and current validity dates |
| 3 |
Report of Performance (month-wise production and sales, with consignee addresses) |
Shows how much ISI-marked product you actually sold during the licence period — mandatory under Form XII |
| 4 |
Proof of annual licence fee and minimum marking fee payment |
Confirms your fee account with BIS is current before renewal is considered |
| 5 |
Updated manufacturing process flow chart / machinery list |
Required only if there has been any change since the last grant or renewal |
| 6 |
In-house or third-party test reports for the review period |
Demonstrates continued conformity to the applicable Indian Standard |
| 7 |
Extended Performance Bank Guarantee (foreign manufacturers only) |
Must cover a period at least six months beyond the new validity date |
| 8 |
Authorised signatory letter / AIR nomination (Form VI, if applicable) |
Confirms who is authorised to sign and submit the renewal on the company's behalf |
| 9 |
Updated GST registration and factory address proof (if changed) |
Needed only if company details have changed since the original grant |
How Do You Renew a BIS ISI Licence Step by Step?
Track your expiry date early. BIS recommends applying at least three months before your licence expires — this is the single most important step in avoiding a lapse.
Compile your Report of Performance. Gather month-wise production and sales data, including consignee addresses, for the entire licence period, duly authenticated by your CEO or authorised signatory.
File Form XII on the BIS e-portal (Manak Online). Enter your existing licence number, requested renewal duration, and attach the supporting documents listed above.
Pay the applicable fees. This includes the renewal application fee, annual licence fee for the requested duration, and the minimum marking fee — calculated on a unit-rate basis or the minimum slab, whichever is higher.
BIS scrutinises the application. Officials check whether your fee payments, production reports, and documentation are in order and consistent with your licence conditions.
Factory surveillance or sample testing, if due. BIS periodically draws samples or conducts surprise inspections even during an active licence; a renewal application does not exempt you from this.
Renewal is granted and endorsed on Form XIII. Once approved, your licence is extended — under the 2026 rules, typically for a period of up to 5 years — subject to continued annual fee payment.
If your licence is under suspension at the time renewal is due, BIS will not process the renewal until the suspension is revoked, and a decision may be deferred for up to 180 days from the original validity date.
How Much Does BIS ISI Renewal?
BIS fees vary by product category, licence scope, and production scale, so always confirm the exact figures on the official BIS fee schedule for your Indian Standard before submitting payment. As a general reference:
| Fee Head |
Typical Range |
When It's Paid |
| Renewal application fee |
Around ₹1,000 (varies by scheme) |
At the time of filing Form XII |
| Annual licence fee |
Around ₹1,000 per year (product-dependent) |
Every year, even within a multi-year validity |
| Minimum marking fee |
Product-specific slab, paid in advance |
At renewal and annually thereafter |
| Inspection / surveillance fee |
Roughly ₹5,000–₹7,000 per visit (varies) |
When a factory visit is due |
| Late renewal fee |
₹5,000 (fixed) |
Only if the application is filed after the licence has expired |
A useful way to think about the 2026 change: you're no longer forced to pay five years of fees upfront just to lock in a longer validity — you pay annually, but your paperwork cycle stretches out to five years instead of one or two.
How Long Is a BIS ISI Licence Valid and When Do You Need to Renew It?
| Milestone |
Timeline |
| New licence validity |
Up to 5 years from date of grant (post-2026 amendment) |
| Renewed licence validity |
Up to 5 years from the renewal date |
| Annual compliance window |
Licence fee and production statement due every 12 months, regardless of overall validity |
| Recommended renewal filing window |
3 months before expiry (BIS's own renewal letters state this explicitly) |
| Grace period after expiry |
Application accepted with a ₹5,000 late fee, subject to BIS discretion |
| Suspension for non-payment |
90 days, revocable by clearing dues plus the late fee |
| Maximum deferment during suspension |
Up to 180 days from the original validity date |
What Happens If You Miss Your BIS ISI Renewal Deadline?
90-day suspension: If the annual fee or production report isn't filed on time, BIS suspends the licence rather than cancelling it outright.
₹5,000 late fee: This applies whether the delay is in the annual payment or in filing the renewal application after expiry.
Cancellation risk: If dues remain unpaid through the suspension window, BIS can cancel the licence, and you may have to start over with a fresh application instead of a simple renewal.
Loss of the right to use the ISI mark: Once a licence lapses, you must stop using the mark and withdraw any promotional material referencing it — immediately.
Legal exposure under the BIS Act, 2016: Selling notified products without a valid ISI mark can attract a fine of up to ₹5 lakh and/or imprisonment of up to five years for repeat offences.
Supply chain disruption: A suspended or expired licence can become a customs-clearance issue for imported components and a tender-disqualification issue for government buyers.
What Are the Benefits of Renewing Your BIS ISI Licence on Time?
Uninterrupted right to manufacture, market, and sell under the ISI mark without any compliance gap.
No exposure to the ₹5,000 late fee or the 90-day suspension window.
Continued eligibility for government tenders, large retail listings, and e-commerce marketplaces that verify BIS licence status.
Under the 2026 rules, a timely renewal now provides up to 5 years of validity, meaning fewer renewal cycles and less repetitive paperwork.
Stronger buyer and consumer confidence — a live, verifiable BIS licence number is one of the fastest trust signals in Indian manufacturing and export.
Smoother customs clearance for businesses that import BIS-notified components or finished goods.
How Can Silvereye Certifications Help With BIS ISI Renewal?
BIS ISI renewal looks simple on paper — file a form, pay a fee — but in practice, most delays come from small, avoidable gaps: an incomplete production report, an outdated machinery list, or a Performance Bank Guarantee that expired a month too early. This is exactly where an experienced consultant can help reduce the risk of a clean renewal turning into months of back-and-forth queries with BIS.
Silvereye Certifications works as an end-to-end BIS ISI Registration Consultant for manufacturers, exporters, and foreign principals across India. The team tracks licence expiry dates well ahead of the three-month window, prepares the Report of Performance and Form XII filing accurately the first time, coordinates factory surveillance and sample testing schedules with BIS, and manages fee computation so nothing is under-paid or missed under the new 2026 annual-payment structure.
Whether you're renewing an existing ISI licence, adapting to the new 5-year validity rules, or handling a suspended licence that needs to be revived quickly, Silvereye Certifications brings the documentation discipline and regulatory familiarity to support the renewal process and reduce avoidable delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
BIS ISI renewal is the formal process of extending a BIS product certification licence before it lapses. It's required because an ISI licence is valid only for a fixed period; once that period ends, the manufacturer loses the legal right to use the ISI mark unless the licence is renewed in time.
Following the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Amendment Regulations, 2026, both new and renewed licences can be granted for a period of up to 5 years, compared to the earlier 1-to-2-year cycle. Annual fee payment and production reporting remain mandatory throughout that period.
BIS's own renewal communications state that licensees should apply at least three months before the licence's expiry date. Applying early avoids the ₹5,000 late fee and reduces the risk of a coverage gap.
Core documents include Form XII, a copy of the existing licence, a month-wise Report of Performance, proof of fee payment, updated process or machinery details (if changed), and — for foreign manufacturers — an extended Performance Bank Guarantee.
Form XII is the official BIS application format for renewal of licence. It captures your existing licence number, the requested renewal duration, production performance data, and a breakdown of the fees being remitted.
Costs vary by product and scale, but typically include a renewal application fee, an annual licence fee, a minimum marking fee, and — if a factory visit is due — an inspection fee. A late fee of ₹5,000 applies only if you renew after expiry. Always check the fee schedule specific to your Indian Standard on the official BIS portal.
You can still apply, but the application must be accompanied by a ₹5,000 late fee. If the licence has been suspended for non-payment in the meantime, BIS will not process the renewal until the suspension is revoked and outstanding dues are cleared.
Not every renewal requires a fresh factory visit, but BIS conducts periodic surveillance inspections and market sample testing independent of the renewal cycle. If a surveillance visit is due, it can run alongside the renewal review
Yes. Foreign manufacturers holding a licence under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) renew through their Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) and must also extend their Performance Bank Guarantee to cover at least six months beyond the new validity period.
Under the BIS Act, 2016, selling notified products without a valid ISI mark — including on a lapsed or cancelled licence — can attract a fine of up to ₹5 lakh and/or imprisonment of up to five years for repeat offences, apart from the commercial risk of product seizure and customs holds.
