How to Check if an ISO Certificate is Valid or Fake?

Thanks to the growing popularity of ISO certifications in India, there has been a proliferation of small and medium enterprises, startups, and even big companies getting themselves ISO certified to increase customer confidence.But insofar as this demand is rising, so too is fraudulent ISO certificates.

So, how do you determine that your ISO certificate is valid or just a piece of waste paper?

Let's demystify.

1. Check the Issuing Body (Certification Body)

The first thing to confirm is who issued the certificate. The only legitimate ISO certificates are those from an accredited Certification Body (CB).

You can:

• Search their official website

• Search them on the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) website

• Verify if they're accredited by a recognized organization like NABCB (India), UKAS (UK), or JAS-ANZ (Australia-New Zealand)

If they don't show up anywhere — red flag!

2. Verify Certificate Number

Every ISO certificate has a specific certificate number. You can:

• Enter this number on the certifying agency's verification page

• Call or mail their support team to confirm

• Ask for a copy of their certificate of accreditation and check it

Reputable ISO agencies always have an open verification process.

3. Validate with the Client's Name

If you're facing a company that's stating they are ISO-certified, verify if their company name is spelled correctly on the certificate.

Check for:

• Spelling correctly

• Valid scope of service

• Issue and expiry dates

How E-Startup India Prevents You from Fake ISO Certificates

We at E-Startup India only issue your ISO certification through known, government-approved certification bodies.

We offer:

• 100% online process

• Transparency in pricing

• Certificate traceable directly from issuer

• Free consultation to assist you in selecting the appropriate ISO standard

We don't merely assist you with getting ISO certified — we ensure that it is valid, authentic, and accepted internationally.

Conclusion

ISO certification can lead to superior clients, alliances, and trust — but only if the certificate is genuine. A false ISO certificate is more likely to cause more harm than good, such as legal problems and reputation loss.

Choose wisely, check thoroughly, and always deal with reliable experts.

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