Trusted Audit Partner Since 1994
Factory Audit Services in India
Don't risk your brand on unverified factories. Our on-ground audit teams across 15+ Indian manufacturing hubs conduct thorough capability, quality, social compliance, and environmental audits — before you commit a single dollar.
1,500+
Audits Conducted
15+
Cities Covered
30+
Years Experience
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Audit Scheduling
Types of Factory Audits
Comprehensive audit services tailored to your industry and compliance needs.
Capability Audit
Assess factory production capacity, machinery, workforce skill, and ability to meet your volume and quality requirements.
Social Compliance Audit
SEDEX, BSCI, SA8000, and WRAP audits covering labor practices, working conditions, wages, and child labor prevention.
Quality System Audit
Evaluate quality management systems, ISO 9001 implementation, testing equipment, and defect tracking processes.
Environmental Audit
ISO 14001, LWG, and OEKO-TEX compliance checks for waste management, chemical handling, and sustainability practices.
Pre-Qualification Audit
First-time supplier verification covering legal registration, financial stability, export history, and client references.
Corrective Action Audit
Follow-up audits to verify that identified non-conformances have been corrected and preventive measures implemented.
Why Audit Factories Through Us?
30+ years of factory auditing experience across India
On-ground teams in 15+ manufacturing clusters
Audit reports within 3–5 business days
Photo and video documentation of every audit
Compliance expertise: SEDEX, BSCI, SA8000, WRAP, ISO
Unannounced audit capability for true verification
Corrective action tracking and follow-up audits
Industry-specific checklists for textiles, food, chemicals, leather
Transparent Pricing
Factory Audit Pricing in India
Transparent factory audit rates across India. Combined capability + social compliance + environmental audits available at bundled pricing.
| Service | Man-Days | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)Most popular | 1 man-day | $220 – $320 |
| During Production Inspection (DUPRO) | 1 man-day | $220 – $320 |
| Pre-Production Inspection (PPI) | 1 man-day | $200 – $300 |
| Container Loading Supervision (CLS) | 1 man-day | $220 – $320 |
| Initial Production Check (IPC) | 1 man-day | $220 – $320 |
| Factory / Capability Audit | 1 man-day | $350 – $550 |
| Social Compliance Audit (SEDEX/BSCI) | 1–2 man-days | $650 – $1,200 |
| Production Monitoring (full-time) | Per day rate | $180 – $260/day |
All inspections include a photo-documented PDF report within 24 hours. Travel surcharges may apply for factories outside major hubs (Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Tirupur, Jaipur, Ludhiana, Moradabad, Panipat, Jodhpur, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad).
SWI vs Other Inspection Companies
Why Buyers Choose Small World India
How our integrated sourcing-and-inspection model compares to standalone inspection agencies and factory in-house QC.
| Criteria | Small World India | Standalone Agency | Factory In-House QC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence from factory | 100% independent | Independent | Conflict of interest |
| Cost per inspection | $220–320 (bundled) | $300–450 | Free but biased |
| Coverage in India | 15+ cities, 24–48hr | Major cities only | Single factory |
| Years of India expertise | 30+ years | 10–20 years | Variable |
| Free re-inspection if failed | Yes | Charged extra | N/A |
| Combined sourcing + QC team | Single point of contact | Inspection only | Production only |
| Live video remote inspection | Available | Limited | Rare |
Free 60-Point Factory Audit Checklist (PDF)
Print-ready checklist covering legal registration, capacity, QMS, social compliance, H&S, environment and financial stability — the same framework we use on every Indian factory audit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a factory audit in India?
A factory audit is an on-site assessment of an Indian manufacturer's capabilities, quality systems, social compliance, and production capacity. It verifies whether a factory can meet your requirements before you place orders.
How much does a factory audit in India cost?
Factory audits in India typically cost $300–$800 per audit depending on factory size, location, and audit scope. Social compliance audits (SEDEX/BSCI) may cost $800–$1,500. Small World India includes factory audits as part of our sourcing service.
How long does a factory audit take?
A standard capability audit takes 1 day on-site. Social compliance audits take 1–2 days. Environmental audits take 1–2 days. Report delivery: 3–5 business days after the audit.
What should a factory audit checklist include?
Key areas: legal registration, production capacity, quality management system, machinery & equipment, raw material sourcing, worker conditions, safety measures, certifications, financial stability, and export experience.
Can I do a virtual factory audit?
Yes, virtual audits via video call are possible but not recommended as primary verification. They work for follow-up checks but cannot replace physical on-site audits for first-time supplier assessment.
What certifications should Indian factories have?
Depends on your market: ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), SEDEX/BSCI (social), GOTS/OEKO-TEX (textiles), LWG (leather), HACCP/ISO 22000 (food), CE/REACH (EU), CPSC/CPSIA (US).
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