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BIS Certification for Footwear – Trusted Guidance by Er. P.K. Jain Consultants

The Indian government now mandates BIS certification for all types of footwear under Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Whether your footwear is made from leather, rubber, polymeric materials, or used as personal protective equipment (PPE), it must comply with Indian Standards and carry the official ISI mark.

At Er. P.K. Jain Consultants, we help domestic and international footwear manufacturers navigate this complex process—right from identifying applicable Indian Standards to securing BIS licenses and ensuring full compliance.

Why BIS Certification for Footwear Is Mandatory

Footwear without BIS certification is now illegal to produce, import, stock, sell, or distribute in India. This includes safety shoes, sports footwear, leather boots, rubber chappals, sandals, and even protective footwear for industrial or municipal use.

As per the government’s directives:

  • ISI mark is mandatory for all covered footwear products.
  • Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) and obtain certification before exporting to India.
  • Non-compliance may result in criminal prosecution, including monetary fines and imprisonment.

Products Covered Under BIS Footwear Orders

DPIIT has enforced three major QCOs for footwear:

  1. Footwear made from Leather and Other Materials
  2. Footwear made from all-Rubber and all Polymeric Materials and its Components
  3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Footwear

These orders cover more than 27 product types, including:

  • Leather safety boots for miners and industry (IS 1989)
  • Canvas and rubber sole shoes (IS 3735, IS 3736)
  • PVC sandals, gumboots, and chappals (IS 6721, IS 10702)
  • Sports footwear (IS 15844: Parts 1 to 3)
  • Tactical and anti-riot boots (IS 17012, IS 17037)
  • Occupational and protective footwear (IS 15298: Parts 2, 3, 4)

Our End-to-End BIS Certification Services

  • Standard Identification: We determine the exact Indian Standard (IS) your footwear must meet.
  • Documentation & Application: We prepare all required forms, declarations, and technical files for submission.
  • Lab Testing Coordination: We manage product testing with BIS-approved labs for durability, material safety, and performance compliance.
  • Factory Audit Preparation: We guide you through audit readiness and liaise with BIS auditors for smooth on-site inspections.
  • ISI Marking & Packaging Compliance: We ensure your product labeling meets BIS regulations to avoid delays or rejections.
  • FMCS Support for Overseas Manufacturers: We assist foreign companies in appointing an AIR and getting certified under BIS’s FMCS scheme.
  • Post-Certification Assistance: From renewals to adding new SKUs, we support your certification lifecycle.

BIS Certification Process for Footwear

  1. Identify the applicable Indian Standard (IS) for your product.
  2. Ensure your facility meets the required manufacturing and testing norms.
  3. Create a BIS Manakonline account and fill out the application.
  4. Submit all supporting documents including factory details, lab reports, and process flows.
  5. Coordinate factory audit and sample sealing.
  6. Complete independent lab testing.
  7. Receive your BIS license and start applying the ISI mark.

We ensure every step is completed correctly and without unnecessary delays.

Why Choose Er. P.K. Jain Consultants?

  • Over 15 years of experience in BIS, ISI, and FMCS certification.
  • 100% success rate for clients in the footwear and leather industry.
  • Fast turnaround through pre-audit readiness and lab coordination.
  • Expert support for both domestic and foreign units.

Whether you're a large-scale industrial boot manufacturer or a new exporter of rubber sandals, we help you comply with India’s evolving quality standards and unlock smooth market access.

Don’t Risk Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with BIS certification laws can stop your business in its tracks. With criminal penalties and legal enforcement now active, the time to act is now.

Contact Er. P.K. Jain Consultants today for a free consultation, product standard assessment, and checklist to start your BIS certification process for footwear.