IS 6315 BIS Certification for Floor Springs (hydraulically Regulated) for Heavy Doors
Floor Springs (hydraulically Regulated) for Heavy Doors made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 6315 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 6315
| Standard | IS 6315:1992 |
|---|---|
| Title | Floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors |
| Product covered | Floor Springs (hydraulically Regulated) for Heavy Doors |
| Category | Door Fittings |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 4646(E), dated 23rd October 2023 · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 6315
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 6315:2025 Hydraulically Regulated Floor Springs - Specification Third Revision of IS 6315 ICS 91190 | 20 Nov 2025 | Current, next review 20 Nov 2030 |
| IS 6315:1992 Floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors - | 28 Feb 1992 | Current, next review 31 Jan 2027 |
BIS lists 2 current editions of IS 6315. During a changeover both can be used until the date BIS sets for moving to the newer one.
Amendments:First Amendment (2010) to IS 6315:1992. Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 6315
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 6315, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹46,000 |
| Medium | ₹37,000 |
| Small | ₹23,000 |
| Micro | ₹9,200 |
Unit rate: ₹5.25 per piece. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 6315
From the BIS product manual for IS 6315, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- Construction (Cl 5), (ii) Finish and Workmanship (Cl 8), (ii) Angle of Operation (Cl 10.2), (iii) Safety (Cl 10.6), (iv) Operation at Extreme Temperatures (Cl 10.8)
The full type test covers every clause of IS 6315; the list above is what can be checked on site.
ISI licences under IS 6315
BIS records 22 operative licences (22 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Delhi (10), Gujarat (8), Maharashtra (2), Himachal Pradesh (2).
Testing against IS 6315
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 6315 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 6315 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 6315
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 6315 cover?
IS 6315:1992: Floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors.
Is BIS certification under IS 6315 mandatory?
Yes, for floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors, under the Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 4646(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 6315?
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 6315 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 Door Fittings
- IS 208 Door Handles
- IS 1019 Rim Latches
- IS 3564 Hydraulically Regulated Door Closers
- IS 4992 Door Handles for Mortice Lock (vertical Type)
- IS 6343 Door Closers (pneumatically Regulated) for Light Doors Weighing up to 40 kg
- IS 14912 Door Closers, Concealed Type (hydraulically Regulated)
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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