The manufacturing and export economy in India is growing faster than ever. With that speed comes a serious problem — how do buyers, project owners, and government agencies know that what they ordered is actually what they are getting?
That is what third party inspection solves.
TNV Inspection Division is India’s UAF-accredited third party inspection body, operating under ISO/IEC 17020:2012 (Accreditation No. 5241222IB04). We are a division of TNV Global Limited — a company with roots in the ISO and quality assurance industry since 2011 — and India’s first inspection body to receive UAF accreditation. We are a Type A inspection body, which means we have no commercial ties to any manufacturer, supplier, or buyer. Our only job is to tell you exactly what is there, exactly as it is.
We inspect across 36+ industry sectors, in every major Indian state, for manufacturers, exporters, importers, EPC contractors, government agencies, and procurement teams.
Verify our accreditation at any time: certificate.tnvib.com
What is Third Party Inspection?
Third party inspection (TPI) is an independent assessment of a product, process, system, or facility by an organisation that has no stake in the outcome. No financial relationship with the manufacturer. No pressure from the buyer. Just a qualified inspector, a clear standard to inspect against, and an honest report.
The “third party” in the name matters. The first party is the manufacturer or supplier. The second party is the buyer or client. The third party — the inspection body — sits outside that relationship entirely. That independence is the whole point.
Under ISO/IEC 17020:2012, inspection bodies are classified into three types:
- Type A — Fully independent of both manufacturer and buyer. Highest level of impartiality. This is what TNV is.
- Type B — Part of a larger organisation that also manufactures or supplies. Operates as a separate unit.
- Type C — Provides inspection services to clients but may also be involved in the design or supply chain.
For any inspection that involves regulatory compliance, government projects, or export certification, Type A is what you need.
Why Third Party Inspection is Important for Indian Businesses
India’s industrial and export landscape has changed significantly over the last decade. Third party inspection is no longer optional for most serious businesses. Here is why:
Regulatory Requirements Are Now Mandatory in Many Sectors
Several of India’s most active industries now require third party inspection by law or by regulatory mandate:
- Oil and Gas: The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) mandates third party inspection for pipelines, CGD networks, LPG storage facilities, and city gas distribution infrastructure under its ERDMP and technical codes.
- Food and Agriculture: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) requires third party audits and inspections for food business operators, especially for export-eligible units.
- Railways: All suppliers to Indian Railways must meet RDSO specifications. Stage-wise inspection against RDSO standards is a standard requirement for wagon components, rails, wheels, axles, and assemblies.
- Construction and Infrastructure: Under RERA, builders and developers face increasing accountability for construction quality. Government projects under CPWD, NHAI, and Jal Jeevan Mission specify third party inspection in their tender conditions.
- Government Procurement: The General Financial Rules (GFR 2017) increasingly include third party inspection requirements for procurement above specified values.
Export Quality Expectations Have Risen
International buyers sourcing from India — whether garments from Tirupur, chemicals from Gujarat, engineering goods from Pune, or food products from UP — now routinely insist on pre-shipment inspection by an accredited body before they release payment. A missed inspection or a failed PSI is not just a shipment problem; it can end a buyer relationship.
Make in India Has Raised the Stakes
As Indian manufacturers compete for contracts they previously lost to suppliers in China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, consistent quality verification has become a competitive tool, not just a compliance step.
Our Third Party Inspection Services in India
TNV provides end-to-end inspection services across the full production and supply chain lifecycle. Every service is delivered by qualified inspectors against documented standards, and every inspection results in a structured report with findings, photographs, and non-conformance details where applicable.
Pre-Production Inspection (PPI):
Conducted before manufacturing begins. We verify raw materials, supplier readiness, machinery condition, and production setup to catch problems before they become expensive.
In-Process Inspection (IPI):
Conducted during manufacturing at agreed production milestones. We monitor processes in real time, verify dimensional accuracy, check material conformance, and flag deviations before they compound.
Final Inspection (FI):
Conducted on finished goods before they leave the factory. We check against your purchase order, specifications, and applicable standards. AQL sampling, functional checks, visual inspection, and packaging verification.
Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI):
Conducted on completed goods, typically when 80–100% of the order is packed and ready. We issue a pre-shipment inspection certificate confirming the shipment meets agreed quality and quantity requirements. This is the most requested service for Indian exporters and their overseas buyers.
Container Loading Inspection (CLI):
Supervision of the actual loading process. We verify that the correct goods are loaded, packaging is intact, quantities match shipping documents, and containers are sealed properly.
Vendor and Supplier Assessment:
A structured evaluation of a supplier’s manufacturing capability, quality systems, workforce, equipment, and track record before you commit to an order. Essential for new vendor onboarding and supply chain risk management.
Factory Audit:
A detailed on-site audit of a manufacturing facility covering production capacity, process controls, quality management, safety compliance, and regulatory adherence.
In-Service and Stage-wise Inspection:
For long-duration projects such as infrastructure, pipelines, construction, and power plants, we provide stage-wise inspections at defined milestones throughout the project lifecycle, not just at the end.
NDT and Specialised Inspection:
Non-destructive testing including ultrasonic testing, radiographic testing, magnetic particle inspection, and dye penetrant testing. We also provide hydrostatic testing, dimensional checks, and calibration verification for specialised equipment.
Documentation and Regulatory Review:
Review of technical documentation, drawings, specifications, quality plans, test certificates, and regulatory filings to verify completeness and accuracy before approvals or dispatch.
Industries We Inspect Across India
TNV holds UAF accreditation across 10 IAF technical groups covering 36+ industry sectors. In India, our highest-demand sectors are:
Oil, Gas and Pipelines
PNGRB-compliant inspection for natural gas pipelines, city gas distribution networks, LPG storage tanks, petroleum product pipelines, and emergency response plan verification. Active across Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Assam.
- Construction and Infrastructure Stage-wise and final inspection for buildings, roads, bridges, dams, and urban infrastructure. CPWD specifications, IRC standards, NHAI requirements, and RERA compliance. Active across all major states.
Food and Agriculture
Grain sampling and weighing, sugar inspection, food processing plant audits, irrigation equipment inspection, and FSSAI compliance checks. Clients include Adani Wilmar and ICAR. Active across UP, Punjab, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh.- Railways and Transport Stage-wise inspection of railway wagon components, wheels and axles, rail sections, locomotive assemblies, and related fabrication against RDSO specifications and IRS standards. IRCTC is among our established clients. Active pan-India across Indian Railways vendor locations.
- Textiles and Garments Pre-shipment inspection, AQL sampling, quality audits for garments, knitwear, synthetic textiles, and home furnishings. Active across Delhi NCR, Punjab (Ludhiana), Tamil Nadu (Tirupur, Coimbatore), Gujarat (Surat), and UP.
- Steel, Metals and Fabrication Inspection of structural steel, fabricated components, pipes and fittings, castings and forgings. NDT, dimensional checks, material testing, weld inspection per AWS and ISO 3834. Active across Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.
- Chemicals and Petrochemicals Plant inspections, storage facility audits, emission monitoring, PESO compliance verification, environmental condition inspection. Active in Gujarat (Ankleshwar, Vapi, Surat corridor) and Maharashtra.
- Electrical Equipment Inspection of transformers, cables, switchgear, motors, generators, UPS systems, and solar panels. Performance testing, electrical testing, visual inspection against IS, IEC, and BIS standards. Active across Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and UP.
- Pharmaceutical Equipment and facility inspection for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Inspection against client QAPs, IS standards, and Schedule M compliance support. Active in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Baddi (Himachal Pradesh).
- Automotive Components Vendor inspection and factory audits for automotive component suppliers. Dimensional inspection, material testing, performance checks per CMVR, AIS standards, and client specifications. Active in Pune, Chennai, and Gurugram.
- Water Supply and Sanitation Inspection of water pipelines, pump systems, reservoirs, sewage treatment plant components, and sanitation facilities under Jal Jeevan Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission guidelines. Active pan-India.
- Government and Public Infrastructure Independent inspection for government-contracted projects including public housing, road construction, public parks and recreation facilities, and urban development. Supporting CPWD, NHAI, state PWDs, and municipal bodies.
Locations We Serve Across India
TNV provides third party inspection services across all Indian states and union territories. Our highest service density is in the following zones:
North India — Lucknow, Kanpur, Noida, Delhi, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Agra, Varanasi, Moradabad, Mathura, Allahabad
West India — Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, Aurangabad
South India — Chennai, Tirupur, Coimbatore, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada
East India — Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Jamshedpur, Durgapur
Central India — Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bhilwara, Indore, Bhopal, Raipur
For inspection requirements in cities not listed here, contact us directly. We mobilise inspectors across India.
Why Choose TNV For Third-Party Inspection in India
UAF Accreditation — Internationally Recognised TNV Global Limited is accredited by the United Accreditation Foundation (UAF), a signatory of the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) and the APAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA). Our accreditation number is 5241222IB04, valid through December 2028. This means our inspection certificates are accepted by buyers, banks, government agencies, and regulatory bodies in India and internationally.
Type A Independence — No Conflicts, No Compromises As a Type A inspection body, TNV has no financial relationship with any manufacturer, supplier, or buyer. We do not sell, distribute, or manufacture anything. Our inspectors have one job: report what they find, accurately, every time.
36+ Industry Sectors Under One Accreditation Most specialised inspection agencies cover one or two industries. TNV’s UAF accreditation covers 36+ sectors across 10 IAF technical groups. Whether your business is in oil and gas, food processing, railways, textiles, construction, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals, your inspection is covered under our accreditation.
Deep Roots in India’s Quality Industry TNV Global Limited has been active in India’s ISO and quality assurance industry since 2011. That background gives our inspection team a thorough understanding of Indian manufacturing realities, Indian regulatory frameworks, and the specific quality challenges Indian manufacturers and exporters face on the ground.
Trusted by Leading Indian Organisations TNV’s Indian client base includes IRCTC (Indian Railways), Adani Wilmar, Patanjali Ayurved, and ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) — spanning railway supply chain, food and FMCG, and agricultural research sectors.
Verifiable Certificates Every inspection certificate TNV issues can be verified online at certificate.tnvib.com. Buyers, banks, and customs authorities can check authenticity instantly.
Our Inspection Process in India
Every inspection engagement follows a structured six-step process:
Step 1 — Inquiry and Scope Definition You contact us with your inspection requirement — product type, factory location, applicable standards, timeline, and any specific buyer requirements. We confirm feasibility and provide a cost estimate.
Step 2 — Inspection Planning We assign a qualified inspector, review your purchase order and technical specifications, and agree on the inspection criteria, AQL levels, sampling method, and reporting format before the inspection date.
Step 3 — On-Site Inspection Our inspector visits the factory or site on the agreed date. The inspection covers all agreed parameters — visual checks, dimensional measurements, functional tests, quantity verification, packaging review, or process audits depending on the scope.
Step 4 — Inspection Report You receive a detailed inspection report within 24 hours of inspection completion. The report includes findings for each inspection criterion, photographic evidence, quantity confirmed, non-conformances identified, and overall pass or fail determination.
Step 5 — Follow-Up and Corrective Action Verification If non-conformances are found, we support you in defining corrective actions and, if required, conduct a follow-up inspection to verify that issues have been resolved before shipment.
Step 6 — Certificate Issuance For pre-shipment inspections and other applicable services, we issue an accredited inspection certificate. If you are pursuing certification from a third-party certification body, our inspection report and certificate can be submitted as part of that process.
Request a Third Party Inspection Quote in India
Tell us what you need inspected, where, and when. We will respond within one business day with a clear scope confirmation and cost estimate.
For professional, accredited, and globally recognized inspection services, Contact TNV Inspection Division today.
Email: info@tnvib.com
Website: www.tnvib.com
Head Office: TNV House, B-1/19/69, Sector-K, Aliganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226204, India
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