The MSME sector is a vital part of the Indian economy, contributing significantly to employment and industrial output. MSMEs who want to upgrade their quality standards and enter national and international markets can apply for BIS certification. MSME registration with BIS helps ensure compliance with Indian standards, enhance product quality, and make MSMEs more competitive.

Key Benefits of MSME Registration in BIS:

Make sure that MSMEs' products satisfy both domestic and international quality standards so that customers will be confident and create demand in the market.
- Gain market awareness for BIS-certified MSMEs on a national and worldwide scale since they adhere to quality standards.
Access to Government Schemes: BIS-certified MSMEs are eligible for the following government financing opportunities, subsidies, and schemes.
Export Possibilities: All MSMEs could export to any country in the world if they met the BIS standards. A large number of foreign nations import goods that meet international criteria for quality.

MSME Registration Procedure with BIS

1. Determine the Relevant Indian Standard (IS) : The respective MSME must identify the Indian Standards applicable for its product(s).

2. Quality Checking : The quality checking must be done in one of the approved laboratories of BIS.

3. Application and Documentation : MSMEs are required to file an application with the relevant documents to BIS, that may include documents proving compliance with the relevant standard.

4. Inspection : BIS may inspect the manufacturing place to ensure compliance with the prescribed standards of quality and safety.

5.  Certificate: After satisfaction of all requirements, BIS grants a  Standard Mark (ISI Mark) or certification to the product.

2. BIS SSI Registration

Small Scale Industry (SSI) is an indispensable sector for Indian economic growth. SSIs often involve production or manufacturing of any commodity on small scale. To improve the product quality, thereby ensuring compliance of their products to national and international .

3. NSIC (National Small Industries Corporation) Registration in BIS

 It aids the development of India's small and medium-sized industries. NSIC- registered    enterprise especially manufacturing ones can undergo the BIS certification process to upgrade the quality of their products and have it measured or rated conforming to national standards. NSIC registration enables government tendering support, access to financial schemes and technical assistance.