Where are Univate's offices in India?

Univate has offices in Bengaluru (corporate headquarters), Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi NCR and Bhubaneswar. They also have international offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, South Africa, Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia.

Do you provide ISO 27001 certification consulting in Pune?

Yes. Univate Solutions helps organisations in Pune build an ISMS and prepare for ISO 27001 certification.

How long is an ISO 27001 certificate valid?

An ISO 27001 certificate is valid for three years, subject to annual surveillance audits.

What is the current version of ISO 27001?

ISO/IEC 27001:2022, which replaced the 2013 version and contains 93 Annex A controls.

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What is GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance)?

GRC stands for Governance, Risk and Compliance. It is an integrated approach that aligns an organization’s governance structures, risk management processes and regulatory compliance activities into a unified framework. Rather than treating governance, risk and compliance as separate functions, a GRC framework connects them so that decisions in one area account for their impact on the others.

For Indian organizations operating under multiple regulatory bodies (RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, MeitY, CERT-In), a structured GRC framework prevents duplication of effort, reduces compliance gaps and provides leadership with a single view of organizational risk. This is especially important as India’s regulatory landscape continues to expand with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023, the IT Act amendments of February 2026, and sector-specific cybersecurity mandates.

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Why Indian Organizations Need GRC Consulting

India’s regulatory environment has changed significantly in the past three years. The DPDPA 2023 introduced enforceable data protection obligations. CERT-In’s April 2022 directives mandate six-hour incident reporting. RBI’s cybersecurity framework requires banks and NBFCs to maintain documented information security programs. SEBI’s CSCRF (Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework) applies to market intermediaries and listed entities. MeitY’s India AI Governance Guidelines (November 2025) set expectations for organizations deploying AI systems.

For organizations managing multiple compliance requirements simultaneously, working without a GRC framework leads to overlapping audits, inconsistent documentation, conflicting risk assessments and wasted resources. A structured GRC consulting engagement consolidates these activities, identifies where one certification (such as ISO 27001) can satisfy controls required by another (such as SOC 2 or PCI DSS), and builds an integrated management system that reduces total compliance cost by 30 to 50 percent.

Univate’s GRC consulting helps organizations move from reactive compliance to a proactive governance posture, where risk management informs business strategy rather than just checking regulatory boxes.

Our Certification Services in India

ISO 27001 - IndiaInformation security certification ISO 9001 - IndiaQuality management system ISO 42001 - IndiaAI management system SSAE 18 SOC 2 - IndiaType 1 and Type 2 attestation CMMI - IndiaFull CMMI appraisal services ISO 27701 - IndiaPrivacy information management

Industries We Serve

Univate delivers GRC consulting and ISO certification services across every major industry in India.

Technology & SaaS Compliance programs for software companies, IT services firms and SaaS platforms serving domestic and international clients.

ISO 27001 SOC 2 CMMI ISO 42001

Banking & Financial Services RBI cybersecurity compliance and DPDPA readiness for banks, NBFCs, insurance companies and fintech organizations.

ISO 27001 SOC 2 PCI DSS RBI

Healthcare HITRUST, data privacy compliance and NABH alignment for hospitals, health-tech companies and pharmaceutical organizations.

HITRUST ISO 27001 NABH DPDPA

Manufacturing Quality management, business continuity and supply chain security for manufacturers adopting Industry 4.0 practices.

ISO 9001 ISO 22301 SIRI

Government & Public Sector Cybersecurity compliance for government agencies and PSUs meeting CERT-In and MeitY requirements.

ISO 27001 ISO 9001 CERT-In

Startups Streamlined programs for fast-moving teams that need governance maturity for investors and enterprise clients without slowing product development.

ISO 27001 SOC 2 ISO 42001

Why Choose Univate for GRC Consulting in India

Multi-framework expertise: Our team holds certifications and lead auditor/appraiser credentials across ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 42001, CMMI, CISA, PCI DSS, HITRUST and more. We bring cross-framework knowledge that reduces duplication and accelerates certification timelines.

India-first regulatory knowledge: We understand the specific requirements of RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, CERT-In, MeitY and the DPDPA. Your GRC program addresses Indian regulatory expectations alongside international standards.

Integrated management systems: We build unified management systems that serve multiple certifications through shared policies, controls and evidence. Organizations pursuing two or more certifications through Univate consistently reduce total compliance effort by 40 to 50 percent.

Offices across India: With offices in Bengaluru (corporate headquarters), Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi NCR and Bhubaneswar, Univate provides on-ground consulting support wherever your operations are located. We also maintain international offices for organizations with global compliance needs.

Experienced leadership: Our consulting team includes a certified CMMI Lead Appraiser, CISA-qualified professionals, ISO lead auditors and specialists with 24 to 35+ years of experience across cybersecurity, quality management and regulatory compliance. Learn more about our team.

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How We Work

Discovery & Scoping We start with a free consultation to understand your business, compliance objectives and current state. This produces a scoping document defining which certifications, regulations and business units are in scope.

Gap Assessment Our consultants assess your existing policies, processes, controls and documentation against target framework requirements. The gap report prioritizes findings by risk and effort, giving leadership a clear picture.

Implementation We work alongside your team to build the management system: drafting policies, designing controls, implementing technical measures, building the evidence framework and training staff. For integrated programs, we build once and map to multiple frameworks.

Audit, Certification & Ongoing Support We prepare your team for the certification audit, conduct internal audits and support you through the external audit process, targeting first-attempt certification. Post-certification, we provide surveillance audit preparation, continual improvement support and help expand your management system as your business grows.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GRC Consulting in India

GRC stands for Governance, Risk and Compliance. It is an integrated approach that aligns an organization's governance structures, risk management processes and regulatory compliance activities into a single coordinated framework.

A GRC framework is a structured methodology that connects governance policies, risk management processes and compliance obligations so that organizations can manage them efficiently. It provides visibility into how risks, regulations and business objectives interact, helping leadership make informed decisions and avoid duplication of effort across compliance programs.

ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 9001 (quality management) are the most widely pursued certifications in India. Technology companies serving international clients also commonly need SOC 2 attestation and CMMI appraisals. Organizations using AI systems should consider ISO 42001, and those handling personal data need to align with the DPDPA 2023.

Timeline varies by certification and organizational readiness. ISO 27001 typically takes 8 to 16 weeks. ISO 9001 takes 6 to 12 weeks. CMMI Level 3 appraisals take 12 to 20 weeks. Organizations with existing management systems or those pursuing integrated certifications can often accelerate these timelines.

Yes. Univate specializes in integrated management systems that address multiple certifications through shared policies and controls. ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 27701, ISO 42001 and ISO 22301 all share the same Annex SL high-level structure, which means a single integrated system can satisfy all of them with significantly less duplication.

ISO 27001 is a certifiable international standard for information security management. SOC 2 is an attestation framework based on the AICPA Trust Services Criteria. ISO 27001 is recognized globally, while SOC 2 is primarily required by US-based clients. Many Indian IT and SaaS companies pursue both. The controls overlap significantly, so an integrated approach reduces total effort.

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 applies to every organization that processes digital personal data of Indian citizens, regardless of size or industry. While enforcement rules are still being finalized, organizations should begin compliance preparation now. ISO 27701 provides a structured framework that maps directly to DPDPA requirements.

CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) is a process improvement framework that assesses and improves software development and service delivery maturity. Indian IT companies, software product firms, defense contractors and organizations bidding on government contracts commonly pursue CMMI Level 3 or Level 5 appraisals.

Cost depends on the scope of certifications, organizational size and complexity. A single ISO certification for a startup typically ranges from INR 2,50,000 to INR 4,50,000. Mid-size organizations pursuing integrated certifications typically invest INR 5,00,000 to INR 12,00,000. Enterprise programs with multiple frameworks and locations are priced based on scope. Contact us for a detailed quote.

Yes. Certification requires ongoing maintenance, including surveillance audits (typically annual), continual improvement activities and management reviews. Univate provides post-certification support to help organizations maintain their certifications, prepare for surveillance audits and expand their management systems as business needs evolve.

Univate serves technology and SaaS companies, banks and financial institutions, healthcare organizations, manufacturers, government agencies, startups and any organization that needs structured governance, risk management and compliance support. See our industries page for more detail.

Univate has offices in Bengaluru (corporate headquarters), Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi NCR and Bhubaneswar. We also have international offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, South Africa, Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia. Learn more about our locations.