How to Get Accredited
A step-by-step guide to achieving EQSAB accreditation for your Certification Body.
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Process Steps
3-6
Months Timeline
3 Years
Accreditation Cycle
Annual
Surveillance
Accreditation Process
Our structured process ensures thorough evaluation while maintaining efficiency.
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1
Pre-Application
1-2 weeksInitial enquiry and information gathering
Submit enquiryReceive info packageSelf-assessmentClarification meetings
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2
Application
2-4 weeksFormal application submission and review
Complete application formSubmit documentationPay application feeAdequacy review
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3
Document Review
4-6 weeksReview of management system documentation
Team assignmentReview proceduresIdentify gapsIssue review report
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4
Office Assessment
2-5 daysOn-site assessment of CB operations
Opening meetingPersonnel interviewsProcess observationClosing meeting
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5
Witness Assessment
1-3 daysObservation of CB auditors conducting audits
Witness certification auditEvaluate auditor competenceAssessment report
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6
Corrective Actions
4-8 weeksResolution of identified nonconformities
Submit action planImplement correctionsSubmit evidenceVerification
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7
Decision
2-3 weeksAccreditation decision by committee
Package reviewCommittee evaluationDecision madeNotification
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8
Surveillance
AnnualOngoing monitoring of accredited CB
Annual assessmentsWitness assessmentsScope updatesReassessment (3yr)
Required Documents
Legal entity documentation
Quality manual and procedures
Organizational structure and personnel records
Competence records for key personnel
List of certified clients (if existing CB)
Impartiality risk assessment
Insurance and liability coverage
Fee Structure
Application FeeNon-refundable
₹25,000Document ReviewPer scheme
₹50,000Office Assessment+ travel
₹75,000/dayWitness Assessment+ travel
₹50,000/dayAnnual SurveillancePer year
₹60,000Certificate FeePer certificate
₹15,000* Fees are indicative and may vary based on scope and complexity
Ready to Start Your Accreditation Journey?
Contact our secretariat for guidance and to receive the application package.