- Gap Assessment & Documentation
- Internal Audit & Support
- Proficiency Testing Support
NABL accreditation, which stands for the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories, is a formal recognition granted to perform tests/ calibrations in compliance with ISO 17025:2017. It is a non-discriminatory manner accessible to all testing and calibration laboratories, regardless of their ownership, legal status, size, and degree of independence.
The NABL accreditation certificate is awarded to ensure that the testing laboratories provide accurate, reliable, and internationally acceptable test results. Intending to know more about the NABL certification procedure? Connect with Corpbiz experts to qualify assurance and get accurate results for Conformity Assessment Bodies (laboratories).

The entities obtaining an NABL accreditation certificate enjoy the following benefits, as discussed below:

Obtaining NABL accreditation helps laboratories to comply with strict international quality standards, thereby granting them recognition for reliable & accurate results.
Obtaining NABL accreditation helps laboratories to keep up with the latest technologies and follow industrial practices, thereby strengthening the acceptance of reports in India.
Obtaining NABL accreditation helps laboratories to maintain the accuracy of their test reports and calibration services, ultimately enhancing their customer confidence in India.
Obtaining NABL accreditation supports various sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing, and environmental management, thereby offering reliable testing & calibration services.
Obtaining NABL accreditation helps entities to promote continuous improvement, enhance technical capabilities & adopt best practices in laboratory management.
Obtaining NABL accreditation helps laboratories to improve their operational control and quality assurance systems, thereby enhancing their technical competence.
The eligibility conditions to get an NABL certificate in India are as follows:
The following are the entities eligible to apply for the NABL lab certificate in India:


The list of necessary documents required to obtain an NABL approval is mentioned below-
The step-by-step process to obtain an online NABL accreditation in India is as follows:
Our seasoned NABL experts ease the journey of NABL approval.
Have a look at the different types of NABL lab certificates issued in India:
Testing laboratory certificates, i.e., ISO 17025: 2017, are issued to testing labs authorized to conduct medical, chemical, biological, electronic, forensic, and non-destructive testing in India.
Calibration laboratories certificates, i.e., ISO 17025: 2017 are issued to labs authorized to provide calibration services in electro-technical, mechanical, fluid-flow, and thermal fields.
Medical laboratories certificates, i.e., ISO 15189:2012, are issued for clinical and diagnostic testing labs, including pathology, microbiology, molecular biology, and genetics.
Proficiency testing providers certificates, i.e., ISO 17043 authorizes accreditation to providers offering proficiency testing programs and access to lab performances.
Reference material producers, i.e., ISO 17034 certificates authorize accreditation to producers of certified reference materials in India.
Biobanks certificates, issued under ISO 20387 is a specialized accreditation granted to laboratories engaged in biobanking, including handling biological samples.
It is important for the entities seeking NABL accreditation to know the key difference between NABL and ISO in India. Have a look at the table providing a detailed comparison among the two:
| S. No. | Aspect | NABL | ISO |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Full Form | NABL stands for National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories, which is a constituent Board of the Quality Council of India. | ISO stands for International Organization for Standardization, which is a global body responsible for publishing quality & safety standards across various industries. |
| 2 | Nature | It is an accreditation body in India, established to assess compliance with global ISO standards. | It is an international standard-setting organization. |
| 3 | Certification Granted | Grants accreditation to laboratories. | Grant ISO certification or standard compliance to organizations. |
| 4 | Focus Area | Conformity assessment bodies, testing laboratories, and facilities. | All industries and sectors. |
| 5 | Mode of Assessment | Detailed technical assessment, proficiency testing, and on-site evaluation. | Audit-based assessment against ISO standards. |
The NABL-accredited conformity assessment bodies or laboratories must comply with the following post-NABL accreditation compliance requirements, as provided below:
Let our experts at Corpbiz handle the NABL accreditation for you.
Connect Corpbiz experts to conduct a 360° GAP analysis and technical appraisal of laboratory readiness for NABL accreditation.
Our professionals provide NABL standard compliance guidance to ensure compliance with prescribed standards, calibration procedure, and quality management system requirements.
Start implementing reliable testing & calibration practices to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with the duly-prescribed NABL requirements.
Get end-to-end assistance to conduct a mock assessment to help laboratories prepare and minimize non-conformities (if any).
Get support to draft and prepare necessary documentation, including SOPs, calibration records, uncertainty calculations, etc.
Connect with our team of Corpbiz experts holding a proven track record in the successful handling of 500+ NABL accreditations across industries.
Connect with our team of experts, holding 10+ years of experience, conducting initial GAP analysis, submitting documentation, and obtaining final certification from NABL.
At Corpbiz, we offer dedicated 24/7 NABL client support to deliver real-time updates throughout the accreditation journey.
Connect Corpbiz to get access to our cost-effective consultancy solutions customized based on the size, scope, and technical requirements of the calibration laboratory.
Connect our experts, following a time-bound approach to manage NABL accreditation within a reasonable and structured time frame.
At Corpbiz, we provide PAN-India accreditation support to simplify the testing & calibration procedure across medical laboratories.
Legal Researcher
Written by Neha Dawra. Last updated on May 31 2026, 07:12 PM
Neha Dawra has 4+ years of experience in legal research and intellectual property advisory. Her expertise lies in analyzing IP laws, drafting structured legal content, and simplifying complex registration procedures into clear, simple insights.
Trusted by thousands of businesses across India for seamless compliance, registrations, and advisory services.
Really thankful to Corpbiz. Our experience with its expert was tremendous. Strong professional approach towards clients. My Company Registration was filed in a very less time, thanks to Corpbiz experts.
We would recommend Corpbiz incorporation services to any founder without a second doubt. The process was beyond efficient and shows Corpbiz founder's commitment and vision to truly help entrepreneurs and early stage startups to get them incorporated with ease.
I was searching for a company for assistance in the incorporation services. Then one of my friend tell me about Corpbiz and definitely the Corpbiz team is really efficient and has an experienced staff to guide us through the entire process of Company Incorporation.
Setting up our Bio Medical Waste Recycling Plant was a huge project. Mukul managed the entire compliance framework seamlessly from start to finish.
Corpbiz is very reliable and efficient. They managed all paperwork, resolved my queries, and completed my GST registration much quicker than I expected.