CERT-In Audit & CERT-In VAPT by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors
Bharat Cyber Solutions™ is a recognized CERT-In auditor, delivering statutory CERT-In audit and CERT-In VAPT engagements for BFSI, SEBI Regulated Entities, Government departments, critical infrastructure, and NGOs across India.
- Reports digitally signed & QR-verifiable through AMBAK
- UDIN-numbered certificates with MD5 hash integrity
- Sector-specific audits for RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, TRAI & Government
CERT-In Audit & CERT-In VAPT Services We Provide
As CERT-In Empanelled Auditors, we scope every engagement to the regulatory requirement and execute it against OWASP, CERT-In, and sector-specific frameworks.
VA/PT — Web Application & API
Manual and automated CERT-In VAPT for web applications and APIs, aligned with OWASP Top 10 and CERT-In guidelines to uncover business logic flaws.
Digital Forensics
Incident investigation, evidence handling, and root-cause analysis following a security event, with chain-of-custody compliance.
Android & iOS Security
Mobile application assessments (SAST/DAST) covering local storage, network transport, runtime vulnerabilities, and binary protections.
Network Security
Infrastructure hardening, cloud configuration review, firewall audit, and perimeter security penetration testing.
Automation Vulnerability Assessment
Scheduled scanning integrated into release pipelines for continuous threat detection and posture management.
Red Teaming
Adversary-simulation engagements as per SEBI CSCRF requirements, testing detection and response readiness end-to-end.
ABDM WASA Testing
Web Application Security Assessment for healthcare platforms under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission sandbox requirements.
RBI SAR & Data Localization
System Audit Report (SAR) and payment-data localization compliance assessments for RBI regulated payment system providers.
ITGC, ITAC & IT/IS Audit
IT General Controls, IT Application Controls, and Information Systems audits for statutory and internal audit requirements.
Who Needs a CERT-In Audit From CERT-In Empanelled Auditors
Sector-wise regulatory mandates that require assessment exclusively by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors.
"As a CERT-In empanelled auditor, our assessments are mandatory for government bodies, regulatory entities, and critical infrastructure. Any organization providing IT services to these sectors must undergo a CERT-In audit to demonstrate compliance, resilience, and trust."
RBI Regulated Entities Audits
Mandatory Requirement: Every entity regulated by the RBI must undergo a security audit exclusively with CERT-In Empanelled Auditors, as specified under RBI Regulations, Master Directions, and Guidelines.
Applicability: All Banks, NBFCs, and other RBI Regulated Entities.
SEBI Regulated Entities Audits
Mandatory Requirement: The SEBI CSCRF applies to all SEBI-regulated entities — stock exchanges, clearing corporations, depositories, trading members, mutual funds, portfolio managers, and other intermediaries handling sensitive investor data or securities market infrastructure. Audits must be conducted only by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors as per SEBI's mandate.
Applicability: Stock exchanges, depositories, brokers, mutual funds, and other SEBI-regulated intermediaries.
Government Organization Audits
Mandatory Requirement: As per the GIGW (Guidelines for Indian Government Websites), all government websites and web applications must undergo a security audit by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors before launch and periodically thereafter, to ensure compliance with security and accessibility standards.
Applicability: Central and state government departments, PSUs, and government web portals.
IRDAI Regulated Entities Audits
Mandatory Requirement: Under the IRDAI Cyber Security Framework and IRDAI Regulations, all insurers, insurance intermediaries, brokers, TPAs, and web aggregators must undergo a comprehensive cybersecurity audit by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors, at least annually or as required, to verify compliance with IRDAI's security standards.
Applicability: Insurers, insurance brokers, TPAs, and web aggregators regulated by IRDAI.
TRAI Regulated Entities Audits
Mandatory Requirement: As per TRAI and Department of Telecommunications (DoT) directives, all security audits for entities handling subscriber data and communication networks must be conducted only by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors, annually or as required, to verify compliance with prescribed cyber and data security guidelines.
Applicability: Telecom service providers (TSPs), internet service providers (ISPs), and other TRAI-regulated entities.
CII & Other Regulated Sectors
Mandatory Requirement: Under Section 70(1) of the IT Act, organizations notified as Critical Information Infrastructure by the Government of India, and entities regulated by any statutory or regulatory body, must be audited only by a CERT-In Empanelled Organization, as per their applicable regulations and directions.
Applicability: Critical Information Infrastructure operators and entities regulated by any statutory/regulatory body.
The CLEAR Governance Framework
Every CERT-In audit we run follows CLEAR — Compliance, Legal, Evaluation, Audit, Risk — driving continuous learning and sharper governance of People, Process, and Technology.
Compliance
Adherence to Master Directions, Regulations, and Guidelines framed by statutory and regulatory bodies.
Legal
Support in meeting legal, contractual, and data-protection obligations.
Evaluation
Maturity assessment of security frameworks against global and sectoral benchmarks.
Audit
Independent validation of controls, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements.
Risk
Identification, quantification, and mitigation of cyber risk across People, Process, and Technology.
A CERT-In Audit Report You Can Verify, Line by Line
At Bharat Cyber Solutions we take every step for your betterment — from walkthrough to final report submission — per applicable standards and laws. We believe in Authenticity, Security, Integrity and Availability for every report we deliver.
Each page of our CERT-In audit report is digitally signed with timestamping, and carries a QR code so you can verify the report against its UDIN number and match the MD5 hash of the document.
Verify a Report
Check the authenticity of any Bharat Cyber Solutions audit report via AMBAK / VIMS.
Verify the Report →Common Questions on CERT-In Audit & CERT-In Auditor Services
Everything you need to know about scope, timelines, and verification.
What is a CERT-In audit and why is it required?
A CERT-In audit is a statutory security evaluation conducted exclusively by CERT-In Empanelled Auditors to identify vulnerabilities and issue an official CERT-In security certificate. It's required for government bodies, RBI/SEBI/IRDAI/TRAI regulated entities, and critical information infrastructure.
Who is authorized to perform a CERT-In audit?
Only organizations on the official CERT-In empanelment list — recognized as CERT-In Empanelled Auditors — are authorized to conduct CERT-In audits and issue certificates accepted by RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, TRAI and Government bodies.
What is the difference between a standard VAPT and a CERT-In VAPT?
Standard VAPT is an internal security assessment identifying vulnerabilities. A CERT-In VAPT is an official regulatory-grade assessment performed by a CERT-In auditor, culminating in an accredited certificate required by regulators.
How much does a CERT-In VAPT audit cost in India?
Cost depends on scope — web/mobile app count, infrastructure size, and regulatory framework (RBI/SEBI/IRDAI). See our detailed breakdown on CERT-In VAPT cost in India, or request a scoped quote.
How long does a complete CERT-In VAPT engagement take?
Typical application assessments take 5 to 10 business days for testing and initial reporting. Once your team implements recommended fixes, re-testing and certificate issuance is completed within 2 to 3 business days.
How are CERT-In audit reports verified?
Every report is digitally signed with timestamping and carries a QR code linked to the AMBAK verification platform, letting anyone confirm the UDIN number and MD5 hash of the document at vims.bharatcyber.solutions.