ISO Certification
Achieve ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, or other ISO standards through an accredited certification body
What is ISO Certification?
ISO certification demonstrates that your quality management, information security, or environmental management system meets internationally recognised standards. We prepare your documentation, conduct internal audits, and guide you through the certification audit with an accredited body.
ISO certification is a third-party verification by an accredited certification body that a company's management systems conform to specific ISO standards. Common standards include: ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety), ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management System), and ISO 13485 (Medical Devices). Certification is not mandatory by law for most businesses, but is required by many government procurement processes, large enterprise clients, and export buyers. The certification process involves gap analysis against the standard, implementation of required documentation and processes, an internal audit, a Stage 1 desk audit by the certification body, and a Stage 2 implementation audit. Certification is valid for three years with annual surveillance audits.
Who Needs ISO Certification?
Manufacturing companies seeking vendor approval from large buyers, IT service companies required by enterprise clients to demonstrate ISMS compliance, export businesses whose buyers require ISO 9001, healthcare device manufacturers required to demonstrate ISO 13485, and any business tendering for government contracts that require an ISO certificate.
What's Included
- Gap analysis against the chosen ISO standard completed
- Quality Manual, SOPs, and required documentation prepared
- Internal audit conducted before the certification audit
- Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits by an accredited certification body
- ISO Certificate issued — valid for 3 years with annual surveillance
How It Works
- 1
Gap analysis
We assess your current processes against the chosen ISO standard and produce a gap report with prioritised actions.
- 2
Documentation
Quality Manual, policies, procedures, and records required by the standard are prepared or improved.
- 3
Implementation and training
Processes are implemented and staff trained on the new or updated procedures.
- 4
Internal audit
We conduct an internal audit to verify conformity before the certification audit.
- 5
Certification audit
Stage 1 (document review) and Stage 2 (implementation audit) conducted by an accredited certification body. Non-conformities addressed.
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Certificate issued
The certification body issues the ISO Certificate on successful completion of the Stage 2 audit.
Documents Required
Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.
Scope definition
- List of products, services, and processes in scopeRequired
- Organisation chartRequired
Existing documentation
- Current policies, procedures, and work instructions
- Previous audit reports (if any)
Fees & Pricing
Fees
Certification body fee
Varies by body, scope, number of sites, and standard — obtain quotes from 2–3 accredited CBs
Professional fee
Quoted for gap analysis, documentation, and internal audit support
* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ISO standard is right for my business?
ISO 9001 is the foundational Quality Management System standard applicable to any business. ISO 27001 is for information security — widely required by IT service providers. ISO 14001 is for environmental management. We recommend the most relevant standard for your sector and business goals.
Is ISO certification mandatory in India?
ISO certification is not required by any general law but is required by many specific situations — government procurement, export buyer requirements, large enterprise client contracts, and certain sector-specific regulations.
How long is ISO certification valid?
Three years from the date of certification, subject to annual surveillance audits. After three years, a recertification audit is required.
Who issues ISO certificates in India?
ISO certificates are issued by accredited certification bodies — Bureau Veritas, SGS, TUV, BSI, and DNV are common. The accreditation body for Indian CBs is the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB).
What is the difference between Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits?
Stage 1 (desk audit) reviews your documentation and checks that the system is ready. Stage 2 (implementation audit) verifies that the documented system is actually implemented and effective across your operations.
Can an ISO certificate be used as a stamp of quality with clients?
Yes. Many clients and procurement systems verify ISO certificates through the certificate number on the certification body's public database.
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