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According to a recent notification from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), all footwear manufacturers will be required to have BIS certificate, and all footwear must comply with the applicable Indian Standard and bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a license from the Bureau. It would be illegal to sell footwear made of leather or other materials without ISI Mark. Under this order, no manufacturer will be legally permitted to produce footwear without BIS certification.

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Reviewed by Prashant Dwivedi, Co-Founder, iKargos · Last reviewed 5 November 2026

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Manju Laur (+91 9711994042).

Overview of BIS Certification for Footwear:

As per (Quality Control) Order of DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, BIS certification is mandatory for Footwear made from Leather and other materials. These quality control norms for leather shoes and other compound footwear are going to be implemented to contain imports and the production of sub-standard products in India. This notice covers different leather footwear, counting anti-riot shoes and safety boots too.

The department has issued three quality control orders which are going to cover footwear made from rubber/polymeric material, leather, other materials and PPE footwear in the mandatory certification of BIS.

The following three QCOs are:

  1. Footwear made from Leather and other materials (Quality Control) Order 2020.
  2. Footwear made from all-Rubber and all Polymeric material and it’s components (Quality Control) Order 2020.
  3. Personal Protective Equipment – Footwear (Quality Control) Order 2020.


​​​​​​The following products are covered under the Compulsory Registration Scheme:

S.No.Product NameIndian Standard
1 CANVAS SHOES WITH RUBBER SOLE IS 3735:1996
2 LEATHER SAFETY BOOTS & SHOES FOR METAL INDUSTRIES IS 1989 (Part 2):1986
3 LEATHER SAFETY BOOTS & SHOES FOR MINERS IS 1989 (Part 1): 1986
4 LATHER SAFETY FOOTWEAR MOULDED RUBBER SOLE IS 11226:1993
5 SPORTS FOOTWEAR IS 15844:2010
6 PPE PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR IS 15298(Part 3):2019
7 PPE SAFETY FOOTWEAR IS 15298 (Part 2):2016
8 PPE OCCUPATIONAL FOOTWEAR IS 15298 (Part 4):2017
9 LEATHER SAFETY FOOTWEAR MOULDED PVC SOLE IS 14544:1998
10 RUBBER HAWAI CHAPPAL IS 10702:1992

 

 

Which BIS scheme do I need?

CompareCRS registrationISI mark (domestic)ISI mark, FMCS (foreign)Scheme XHallmarking
ForElectronics & IT products on the CRS listIndian factories making ISI-listed productsOverseas factories making ISI-listed productsLow-voltage switchgear (e.g. AC circuit breakers)Jewellers selling gold jewellery
BIS schemeScheme-II (registration)Scheme-I (licence)Scheme-I (licence)Scheme-XHallmarking regulations
TestingBIS-recognised lab test reportSample testing + factory inspectionSample testing + inspection at the foreign factoryAs per orderEach article at an assaying & hallmarking centre
Factory visitNo: lab test report + self-declarationYesYes, at the overseas siteYesNo
BIS fee basics₹1,000 application + ₹1,000 annual + ₹25,000 processing every year (1 report incl.; 80/50/20% MSME concession to 31 May 2029), plus GST (from 25 Feb 2026)₹1,000 annual licence fee + product marking feeSame licence basis + inspection travel costs + mandatory performance bank guaranteeAs per BIS fee scheduleFree registration
Typical timeAround 6 weeks from sample submission (iKargos experience)Up to 120 days (normal) / ~30 days (simplified route)Typically 7–8 months (iKargos experience)Ask usRegistration granted online
MarkStandard Mark with registration numberISI markISI markBIS Standard MarkBIS mark + purity + 6-digit HUID

Toys and footwear are under ISI (Scheme-I) Quality Control Orders. Since 25 June 2026, a DPIIT-permitted Scheme-II route is also available for them (S.O. 3417(E)). Fees exclude GST and lab charges. Sources: BIS, crsbis.in, MHI.

Check any product free with our BIS checker → · Compare BIS fees across schemes → · BIS QCO list, updated monthly →

Benefits of BIS Certification for Footwear:

BIS certification for any product is a complex and time-consuming process that begins with product development, validation and continues through the BIS certification process.

At last, it is mandatory for footwear manufacturers and importers to obtain a BIS certificate/licence of footwear in order to use the standard ISI mark on footwear. Footwear without the ISI mark is not permitted to be sold in the country. iKargos.com offers complete technical assistance for BIS certification for all types of footwear.

We, iKargos.com, have been serving the industry as a single-window operator for all product regulatory compliances. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we provide end-to-end professional guidance and assistance for BIS certification for footwear.

Document required for BIS Certification for Footwear:

  1. Factory Registration Documents & information.
  2. Identity proof.
  3. Manufacturing process flow chart.
  4. Details of Authorized Signatory and other related documents.
  5. Adequate testing facilities.
  6. Quality Control Parameters and their records.
  7. Laboratory testing report and other information as per BIS norm.

Fees and Timeline:

Fees:

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Manju Laur (+91 9711994042).

Timeline:

Can take around 03 to 06 months, depending on product complexity and efficiency. Early preparation and collaboration can help manage potential delays, ensuring a smooth and successful certification process.

Process of BIS Certification for Footwear:

As per DPIIT's Quality Control Orders on Footwear Products, 27 footwear products have been brought under mandatory BIS certification. First of all, you must identify the Indian Standard for your product. Read the Indian Standard and ensure that your product meets the requirements specified in the Indian Standard and that your unit has the necessary manufacturing and testing facilities as specified in the Indian Standard. After that, you have to create login credentials on BIS Manak on line login portal to apply for BIS Licence for your footwear. There are two modes of application for BIS license: Normal procedure and simplified procedure.

The following are the Normal procedures for getting BIS certification for footwear:

Step 1 Documentation before submission of application
Step 2 Submission of application with requisite documents to BIS
Step 3 Scrutiny of application by BIS officials
Step 4 Nomination of auditor for Audit by BIS
Step 5 Audit of manufacturing premises by BIS auditor
Step 6 Sample draw for independent testing
Step 7 Sample testing in BIS approved laboratory
Step 8 Grant of BIS license to footwear manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Products Covered Under This Certificate

CANVAS SHOES WITH RUBBER SOLE

Canvas Shoes, Rubber sole are covered under IS 3735:1996. The Bureau of Indian S.....

Standard: IS 3735:1996

LEATHER SAFETY BOOTS & SHOES FOR METAL INDUSTRIES

Leather safety boots and shoes for heavy metal industries are covered under IS 1.....

Standard: IS 1989 (Part 2):1986

LEATHER SAFETY BOOTS & SHOES FOR MINERS

Leather safety boots and shoes for miners are covered under IS 1989 (Part 1):198.....

Standard: IS 1989 (Part 1): 1986

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