Nabl Accreditation
Nabl Accreditation requires precise documentation and timely submission. I-Pro Solutions manages the complete workflow including ISO 17025 NABL and statutory.
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About this service
Nabl Accreditation is a key regulatory filing administered by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), Quality Council of India, under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. NABL is a signatory to the **ILAC MRA** (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation — Mutual Recognition Arrangement) and **APAC MRA** (Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation). Head office: New Delhi.. Filing is executed via NABL Application Forms — Form 100 series (separate forms for Testing, Calibration, Medical, PTC, Inspection). Online application launched on NABL QMS portal. Forms: under NABL is a constituent board of the **Quality Council of India (QCI)**, set up in 1998 by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and industry (CII, FICCI, ASSOCHAM) under the Societies Registration Act 1860. QCI is governed by the **Cabinet Resolution dated 6 September 1996** (constituting QCI as the national accreditation body). NABL operates in accordance with **ISO/IEC 17011:2017** (general requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies). NABL's accreditation programmes are operated under the relevant ISO/IEC international standards.. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.
Eligibility & thresholds
- Valid identity & address proof of applicant
- Active PAN & registered business premises
- Authorized representative authorization
- Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
- No pending statutory disqualifications
- Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions
- Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
- Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
- Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval
What's included
Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Basis / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Nabl Accreditation Statutory Fee | ₹25,000 - ₹1,00,000 | Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority |
| Total Government Fee | ₹25,000 - ₹1,00,000 | (for default assumptions stated below) |
Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.
Required documents
Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.
- ›Entity PAN + GSTIN. — Entity PAN + GSTIN.
- ›Constitution document — Partnership Deed / MoA & AoA / LLP Agreement / Certificate of Incorporation. — Constitution document — Partnership Deed / MoA & AoA / LLP Agreement / Certificate of Incorporation.
- ›Quality Manual (per ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or applicable standard). — Quality Manual (per ISO/IEC 17025:2017 or applicable standard).
- ›Quality Procedures (system procedures + technical procedures). — Quality Procedures (system procedures + technical procedures).
- ›List of test methods/standards with validation records. — List of test methods/standards with validation records.
- ›Calibration certificates of all equipment (traceable to NPL/CSIR-NPL). — Calibration certificates of all equipment (traceable to NPL/CSIR-NPL).
- ›List of technical staff with qualifications. — List of technical staff with qualifications.
- ›Layout plan of laboratory. — Layout plan of laboratory.
- ›Organisation chart and reporting structure. — Organisation chart and reporting structure.
- ›Application form (NABL 100 series) duly filled. — Application form (NABL 100 series) duly filled.
How it works
Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.
- 1Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **I-Pro / Customer**
**I-Pro / Customer**: Confirm accreditation scope (testing/calibration/medical/inspection/PT) and applicable ISO/IEC standard. - 2I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **Customer / Consultant**
**Customer / Consultant**: Develop Quality Manual, Quality Procedures, and technical procedures per ISO/IEC 17025:2017. - 3I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **Customer**
**Customer**: Implement system for minimum 3 months; conduct internal audit + management review. - 4I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Open https://nablqms.qci.org.in → register laboratory + authorised signatory. - 5I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Fill NABL 100 series form — entity details, scope (tests/calibrations/inspections), equipment list, staff, quality manual cross-reference. - 6I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **Customer**
**Customer**: Pay application fee + assessment fee online (SBI payment gateway). - 7I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **NABL**
**NABL**: Scrutinises application; assigns Lead Assessor + Technical Assessor(s). - 8I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **NABL Assessor Team**
**NABL Assessor Team**: Conducts on-site assessment — document review, equipment verification, witness tests, staff interviews. - 9I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **NABL Assessor Team**
**NABL Assessor Team**: Issues assessment report with non-conformities (NCs). - 10Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **Customer**
**Customer**: Closes NCs within 60 days; NABL Accreditation Committee reviews; grants accreditation — validity **2 years** for testing/calibration; **3 years** for medical labs (under ISO 15189). Re-assessment every 2/3 years; Surveillance annually.
Post-registration compliance
What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.
| Filing | Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) Penalty: ₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh) | One-time mandatory | Within 180 days of incorporation after bank capital deposit |
| First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1) Penalty: Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers | 5-year tenure | Within 30 days of incorporation by Board of Directors |
| Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling | Annual | Within 30 days of AGM (by 29 October annually) |
| Annual Return (Form MGT-7) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling | Annual | Within 60 days of AGM (by 29 November annually) |
| Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC) Penalty: ₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation | Annual | Every designated partner / director holding active DIN by 30 September |
Penalties for non-compliance
Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.
| Non-compliance | Provision | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) | One-time mandatory | ₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh) |
| First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1) | 5-year tenure | Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers |
| Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4) | Annual | ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling |
| Annual Return (Form MGT-7) | Annual | ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling |
| Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC) | Annual | ₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation |
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.
- 1Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofsWhy: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
- 2Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leasesWhy: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
- 3Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity codeWhy: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.
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