Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

Overview:

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India, established under the BIS Act 2016. It plays a crucial role in promoting standardization, quality assurance, and consumer protection across various sectors in India.

Services Offered:

The BIS offers a wide range of services, including:

Standards Development and Publication:

BIS develops and publishes Indian Standards (IS) covering a vast array of products, processes, and services.

Conformity Assessment Schemes:

BIS implements various conformity assessment schemes, including product certification, systems certification, and registration schemes, to ensure products meet specified standards.

Laboratory Services:

BIS recognizes and runs laboratories for conformity assessment, providing testing and calibration services.

Hallmarking:

BIS implements the mandatory hallmarking scheme for gold jewelry and artifacts to ensure purity and quality.

Consumer Empowerment:

BIS works towards consumer empowerment by providing information, raising awareness, and handling consumer complaints.

Capacity Building Programs:

BIS conducts training programs on quality assurance and standardization for various stakeholders.

International Relations:

BIS represents India in international standardization organizations like ISO and IEC.

Other:

• BIS has a dedicated website and online portal (e-BIS) providing access to information on standards, conformity assessment schemes, and other services.
• BIS actively engages with stakeholders through various initiatives like Manak Manthan, Standards Clubs, and training programs.
• BIS also offers internship opportunities for students of technical and professional disciplines.