How to Apply for MANAK Online (BIS) Registration in India – Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

If you plan to manufacture, import, or sell products in India, obtaining BIS Registration is not optional—it is a legal requirement for many product categories. BIS certification ensures that products meet Indian safety, quality, and performance standards, protecting consumers and promoting fair trade.

To simplify compliance, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced the MANAK Online Portal, a centralized digital platform for BIS registration, certification, renewal, and tracking.

• What MANAK Online is

• Who needs BIS registration

• Types of BIS schemes

• Documents required

• Step-by-step procedure to apply on MANAK Online

• Timelines, tracking, and downloads

• Expert tips to avoid rejection

BIS certification confirms that a product complies with mandatory Indian Standards (IS) notified by the Government of India.

🚫 Selling BIS-notified products without certification can result in license cancellation, fines, product recalls, or prosecution under the BIS Act, 2016.

MANAK Online (www.manakonline.in) is the official digital portal of BIS that allows manufacturers and foreign entities to:

The portal has significantly reduced paperwork and processing delays, making BIS compliance faster and more transparent.

BIS registration is required for:

• Manufacturers (Indian & Foreign)

• Importers (via manufacturer certification)

• Brand owners selling regulated products

• Electronics & IT products

• Household electrical appliances

• Steel & iron products

• Cement & construction materials

• Food products & packaged water

• Medical devices

• Automotive components

If your product falls under a BIS Quality Control Order (QCO), registration is mandatory before sale or import.

Prepare the following documents in advance to avoid delays:

For foreign manufacturers, appointment of an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) is mandatory.

Visit www.manakonline.in and create an account using:

• Email ID

• Business details

• Manufacturing license

Login credentials are sent after verification.

After login, initiate a test request for your product.

Choose a BIS-recognized laboratory from the portal list to ensure valid test reports.

• Print the test request with QR code

• Submit product samples to the selected lab

• Samples must be submitted within 60 days

The lab verifies:

• Product samples

• Test request details

Confirmation is sent via registered email.

Once testing is complete, test reports are issued, allowing you to proceed with certification.

• Fill application form on MANAK portal

• Upload test reports and documents

• Pay BIS fees via online gateway

Foreign manufacturers must upload AIR details.

Send a signed affidavit to BIS office within 30 days of online submission.

BIS evaluates:

• Documents

• Test reports

• Manufacturing details

Upon approval, the BIS Certificate is issued electronically.

1. Login to MANAK portal

2. Go to Product Certification → Operative Licenses

3. Select certificate

4. Click Download PDF

• BIS certificates are not lifetime

• Renewal must be done before expiry

• Ongoing compliance and surveillance audits apply

Standphill India is a trusted BIS certification consultant offering end-to-end compliance support, including:

The MANAK Online Portal has made BIS registration simpler, faster, and more transparent. However, errors in documentation, testing, or application can still cause serious delays or rejection.

With professional guidance from Standphill India, businesses can obtain BIS certification smoothly, legally, and efficiently, ensuring long-term success in the Indian market.