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Homologation certificate registration is the process by which a product is certified to meet the technical and safety regulations of a particular country or region. The certification process further involves testing the product to ensure that it complies with the applicable standards and regulations in India.
The homologation procedure is mandatory under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules before any vehicle model or specified component can be sold or registered in India. 90% applications face costly compliance delays. Connect with Corpbiz’s expert-driven regulatory assistance team to receive seamless support in securing your homologation certificate in India, saving you time and money.
The key benefits of obtaining a homologation certificate in India are discussed below:
Obtaining a homologation certificate ensures adherence to CMVR and AIS standards as prescribed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Obtaining a homologation certificate offers mandatory approval for manufacturing, importing, selling, and registering vehicles, as specified under the automotive components in India.
Obtaining a homologation certificate demonstrates that the vehicle or component meets approved safety, emission, and performance standards.
Obtaining a homologation certificate facilitates the easier importation of vehicles/ components and faster registration with transport authorities.
Obtaining a homologation certificate ensures compliance with emission norms and safety regulations, thereby contributing to safer roads and reduced environmental impact.
Obtaining a homologation certificate helps strengthen brand reputation and supports acceptance in international markets that recognise Indian homologation standards.
The key eligibility criteria needed to obtain a homologation certificate are as discussed below:
The vehicles granted a homologation certification in India are as follows:
The documents required to obtain a homologation certificate in India are as follows:
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The process needed to obtain a homologation certificate in India is as discussed below:
The key differences between the Indian homologation standards and the global homologation standards are as discussed below:
| S. No. | Aspect | Indian Homologation Standard | Global Homologation Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Governing Body | Regulated by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways under the CMVR and ARAI. | Governed by international or regional bodies such as the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). |
| 2. | Emission Norms | Follows Bharat Stage (BS) emission norms. | Follows Euro, EPA, or other regional emission frameworks. |
| 3. | Market Applicability | Mandatory for manufacturing, import, sale, and registration within India only. | Applicable across multiple countries depending on the certification system. |
| 4. | Recognition Scope | Primarily recognised within India, additional approvals are required for export markets. | Often mutually recognised across participating countries, reducing the need for repeated approvals. |
| 5. | Regulatory Framework | Based on Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR) and Automotive Industry Standards (AIS). | Based on UN Regulations (UNECE), EU Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA), or FMVSS in the US. |
The list of products that require a homologation certificate in India is as follows:
Automotive electronic systems, speed governors, electronic control units, battery management systems, and other related electronic vehicle components.
Automotive electronic systems, speed governors, electronic control units, battery management systems, and other related electronic vehicle components.
Engines, exhaust systems, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, and emission control devices are subject to Bharat Stage (BS-VI) norms.
Engines, exhaust systems, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, and emission control devices are subject to Bharat Stage (BS-VI) norms.
Automotive safety components include seat belts, airbags, braking systems (ABS), lighting systems, tyres, and safety glazing.
Automotive safety components include seat belts, airbags, braking systems (ABS), lighting systems, tyres, and safety glazing.
Imported vehicles & components help build units, semi-knockdown, and completely knocked down vehicles that require type approval before entering the Indian market.
Imported vehicles & components help build units, semi-knockdown, and completely knocked down vehicles that require type approval before entering the Indian market.
Motor vehicles, including passenger cars, two-wheelers, three-wheelers, commercial vehicles, buses, trailers, and electric vehicles, before sale or registration.
Motor vehicles, including passenger cars, two-wheelers, three-wheelers, commercial vehicles, buses, trailers, and electric vehicles, before sale or registration.
Connect with our experts to ensure a technical evaluation of vehicles/components to identify applicable CMVR and AIS standards before official testing.
We provide end-to-end liaison with the Automotive Research Association of India, International Centre for Automotive Technology, and National Automotive Test Tracks for testing & type approval.
Connect with Corpbiz to ensure preparation and review of application forms, drawings, test reports, and BOM details as required under CMVR.
Our experts provide comprehensive project management from prototype submission to obtaining the type-approval certificate in India.
Get expert assistance for the homologation of CBUs, SKD/CKD units, and regulated imported automotive parts.
Get assistance in establishing a production compliance system and handling periodic conformity of production audits in India.
Get guidance on Bharat Stage norms, safety requirements, and performance testing parameters.
Connect with our experts to get ongoing assistance with amendments, variant approvals, model updates, and regulatory renewals.
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Our experts ensure a reduction in compliance burden up to 40%, the best in the industry. Our compliance professionals are experienced and problem-solvers.
We at Corpbiz provide a structured documentation & accurate preparation of technical files, drawings, and compliance reports to reduce objections and testing delays.
We at Corpbiz provide a single point of contact for real-time updates, follow-ups with testing authorities, and smooth project execution.
Connect with Corpbiz experts to ensure clear timelines, a defined scope of services, and an optimized compliance strategy to avoid unnecessary expenses.
Connect Corpbiz to get a strong understanding of CMVR provisions, AIS standards, and Bharat Stage (BS-VI) norms applicable to different vehicle categories.
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