The India Organic Logo
Who can use
the India Organic logo?
The India Organic Logo may only appear on products certified under NPOP by an accredited Certification Body — confirming that produce was grown, processed, packed, and handled to NPOP standards.
A license to use the logo is available only after obtaining certification through an accredited Certification Body. The following entities are eligible:
A product may be marketed or exported as organic under NPOP only if it carries valid certification from an authorized Certification Body. No certification, no logo — without exception.
The trademark "India Organic" is the exclusive property of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Users receive only a revocable license to use it. Ownership is never transferred, under any circumstance.
The logo may only appear on products covered by the certification scope, approved packaging, and promotional or advertising material related to certified products. It cannot appear on any uncertified product.
The manner of display — position, size, and context on packaging — must be approved by the Certification Body beforehand. The logo must be clearly visible and restricted to product categories covered by the active license.
A black-and-white version of the logo is permitted only as a narrow exception. All four conditions below must be satisfied simultaneously:
- Only at the primary production level
- Only when colour printing is not feasible
- Prior written permission from the Certification Body is required
- Permission applies only to approved products and scope
Misuse of the India Organic Logo is explicitly listed as an offence under NPOP. Using the logo on any product not certified under NPOP may result in a penalty of:
The license may also be suspended or cancelled if:
- The product does not meet NPOP standards
- The logo is used on non-compliant products
- The licensee violates any license condition
- The Certification Body identifies misuse of the mark