High Strength Deformed Steel Bars and Wires for Concrete Reinforcement BIS Certification
BIS certification is compulsory for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement. Manufacturers need an ISI mark licence under IS 1786:2008 before the product can be made, imported or sold in India.
High Strength Deformed Steel Bars and Wires for Concrete Reinforcement BIS certification at a glance
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
|---|---|
| Indian Standard | |
| Scope (BIS wording) | High strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement |
| Category | Steel and Iron Products |
| Notified under | Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2020, S.O. 756(E), dated 14-02-2020 · Order PDF |
| Mark on product | The ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number |
| Apply on | Manak Online |
Who needs it
Any manufacturer making high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement for the Indian market, and any importer bringing it in, needs the product covered by a valid BIS licence (ISI mark). The licence is granted to the manufacturer for a specific factory and product. Indian factories apply under Scheme-I; overseas factories apply under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) and must nominate an Authorised Indian Representative.
Without it, the goods cannot be manufactured, imported, sold, distributed or stored for sale. Contravening Section 17 of the BIS Act, 2016 can lead to imprisonment of up to two years, or a fine of at least ₹2 lakh (₹5 lakh for repeat contraventions) that can reach ten times the value of the goods, or both.
How to get BIS certification for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement
- Confirm the exact Indian Standard and the varieties to cover
- Get the product tested at a BIS-recognised lab (simplified procedure) or arrange BIS sampling
- Apply on Manak Online with factory, quality-control and test documents
- BIS factory inspection and sample verification
- Grant of licence, then marking with the ISI mark and CM/L number
Testing. BIS inspects the factory and has samples tested to the full Indian Standard at a BIS or BIS-recognised laboratory. After grant, the factory keeps testing production under the Scheme of Inspection and Testing, and BIS draws factory and market samples.
Timeline. BIS targets 30 days under the simplified procedure (applying with a recent lab test report) and 90 days under the normal procedure. Overseas factories under FMCS typically take around 6 months.
Fees. Application fee ₹1,000 and annual licence fee ₹1,000, inspection charges of ₹7,000 per man-day, testing charges, and an annual minimum marking fee set for each Indian Standard (with concessions for micro and small units).
Validity. Under the 2026 amendments to the BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, licences can be granted for up to 5 years, with fees paid annually.
For the full process, see our ISI mark certification guide, and for overseas factories, the FMCS guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is BIS certification mandatory for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement?
Yes. BIS certification for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement is compulsory under the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2020, S.O. 756(E). The product cannot be manufactured, imported, sold or stored for sale in India without a valid BIS licence (ISI mark) and the ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number.
Which Indian Standard applies to high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement?
IS 1786:2008. The product must meet this standard as current on the date of testing.
How long does BIS certification for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement take?
BIS targets 30 days under the simplified procedure (applying with a recent lab test report) and 90 days under the normal procedure. Overseas factories under FMCS typically take around 6 months.
Can a foreign manufacturer get BIS certification for high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement?
Yes, through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS). BIS inspects the overseas factory, and the manufacturer nominates an Authorised Indian Representative who is named on the licence.
What mark must appear on high strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement?
The ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number, applied as the BIS marking guidelines require, on the product and its packaging.
Related products under BIS
- Plain Hard-drawn Steel Wire for Pre-stressed Concrete: Part 1 Cold Drawn Stress-relieved Wire IS 1785 (Part 1) : 1983
- Plain Hard-drawn Steel Wire for Pre-stressed Concrete Part 2: as Drawn Wire IS 1785 (Part 2) : 1983
- Indented Wire for Pre-stressed Concrete IS 6003:2010
- Uncoated Stress Relieved Strand for Pre-stressed Concrete IS 6006:2014
- Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coated Reinforcing Bars IS 13620:1993
- Uncoated Stress Relieved Low Relaxation Seven-ply Strand for Pre-stressed Concrete IS 14268:1995
- Galvanized Steel Sheets ( Plain and Corrugated) IS 277:2003
- Steel Plates for Pressure Vessels for Intermediate and High Temperature Service Including Boilers IS 2002:2009
Source: BIS list of products under compulsory certification (Scheme-I), checked October 2026. Orders change often; confirm the current notification before applying.
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