IS 2414 BIS Certification for Cycle and Rickshaw Pneumatic Tyres
Cycle and Rickshaw Pneumatic Tyres made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 2414 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 2414
| Standard | IS 2414:2005 |
|---|---|
| Title | Cycle and Rickshaw Pneumatic Tyres |
| Product covered | Cycle and Rickshaw Pneumatic Tyres |
| Category | Cycle and Rickshaw Tyres and Tubes |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Cycle and Rickshaw Tyres and Tubes (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 5323(E), dated 11th December 2023 · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 2414
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 2414:2005 Cycle and rickshaw pneumatic tyres - Specification (Fourth Revision) | 31 Dec 2005 | Current, next review 27 Feb 2031 |
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Marking fee for IS 2414
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 2414, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹73,000 |
| Medium | ₹59,000 |
| Small | ₹36,500 |
| Micro | ₹14,600 |
Unit rate: ₹14.6 per 100 pieces. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 2414
From the BIS product manual for IS 2414, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Sample quantity:Two tyres
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- 2. Tension set 3. Adhesion test
The full type test covers every clause of IS 2414; the list above is what can be checked on site.
ISI licences under IS 2414
BIS records 18 operative licences (19 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Punjab (15), Uttar Pradesh (2), Telangana (1).
Testing against IS 2414
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.
The test report has to cover every clause of IS 2414 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 2414 or replaces it with a new edition, existing licence holders move to the new edition by the date BIS sets in its notification.
How to get an ISI mark licence under IS 2414
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.
- 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
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).
Mark. Certified products carry the ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number.
Frequently asked questions
What does IS 2414 cover?
IS 2414:2005: Cycle and Rickshaw Pneumatic Tyres. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for cycle and rickshaw pneumatic tyres.
Is BIS certification under IS 2414 mandatory?
Yes, for cycle and rickshaw pneumatic tyres, under the Cycle and Rickshaw Tyres and Tubes (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 5323(E). The product needs a valid BIS licence (ISI mark) and must carry the ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number.
Where is a product tested for IS 2414?
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.
How long does IS 2414 BIS certification 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.
Other standards in Cycle and Rickshaw Tyres and Tubes
- IS 2415 Cycle – Rubber Tubes (Moulded or Jointed)
Source: BIS lists of products under compulsory certification (Scheme-I, Scheme-II), checked October 2026. See the full BIS product list or all Indian Standards.
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