BIS Certification for Cables (Electrical and Telecommunication Cables)
15. September 2025BIS certification (Foreign Manufacturers’ Certification Scheme – FMCS or Compulsory Registration Scheme – CRS) is required to export cables to India in accordance with the Indian Standards (IS). The certification ensures quality, safety and compliance.
BIS Certification for Cables
There are several standards for electrical cables, according to which BIS certification according to the ISI scheme is usually required – including factory inspection and product testing accredited laboratories.
Examples of cable-relevant standards include:
- IS 1554(Part 1): 1988 Specification for PVC Insulated (Heavy Duty) Electric Cables Part 1 For Working Voltages up to and Including 1100 V
- IS 14255: 1995 Aerial Bunched Cables – For Working Voltages Up to and Including 1100 Volts – Specification
- IS 9857: 1990 Welding Cables – Specification
- And more…
For a complete list, you can check our overview table of products subject to BIS certification .
MPR International GmbH functions as a global product certification partner and offers complete support for cable manufacturers seeking BIS certification in India. The services include analysis of relevant BIS standards, coordination of required testing procedures, preparation of all technical and administrative documents, and management of the official factory audit. MPR International enables a smooth certification process in accordance with Indian regulatory frameworks and is recognized as a reliable certification agency for regulated electrical components.
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- BIS certification for safety glass (vehicles, buildings, machines)
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