Management System Certification Scheme
Guardian Product Certification Body
About the Guardian SecureApp™ Scheme
Scheme objectives, legal identity of Guardian Assessment Pvt. Ltd., what certification means and does not guarantee, target stakeholders, and compatibility with ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
Accreditation Under Process Know More →Scope, Modules and Assurance Levels
Module A – Web Application Security, Module B – SaaS / Multi-Tenant Platform Security, Module C – API / Microservices Security. Three assurance levels: Basic, Enhanced and High. Evaluation based on OWASP ASVS, OWASP API Security Top 10 and NIST frameworks.
Know More →Certification Process
8-stage lifecycle — Application Review, Technical Evaluation, Nonconformity Management, Technical Review, Certification Decision, Certificate Issuance, Annual Surveillance and 3-Year Recertification. Covers eligibility, how to apply and suspension or withdrawal.
Know More →Rights, Duties and Mark Usage
Rights of applicants and certified clients, client obligations throughout the certification cycle, change reporting requirements, and permitted and prohibited use of the Guardian SecureApp™ certificate and certification mark.
Know More →Fees and Financial Information
Fee structure based on module, assurance level and product complexity. Covers application review fee, initial evaluation fee, annual surveillance fee, recertification fee, special evaluation fee, payment terms and refund policy.
Know More →Complaints and Appeals
Any interested party may raise a complaint or appeal at no charge. Covers who can complain, what can be complained about, how to submit, the handling process with defined timeframes and the independent appeals procedure under GSA-PR-12.
Know More →Impartiality, Governance and Confidentiality
Formal impartiality commitment, governance structure (Board, Scheme Manager, Certification Decision Maker, Impartiality Committee, Quality Manager), conflict of interest controls, non-discrimination policy and confidentiality obligations for client information.
Know More →Guardian SecureApp™ Product Certification Scheme Rules
The formal Scheme Rules document (GSA-PR-01 Annex A) — defining how Guardian evaluates and certifies digital products, the conditions for using the certificate and mark, public directory operation, and governance of the Scheme under ISO/IEC 17065.
Know More →GSA Mark Usage Guide
Rules for certified clients on permitted and prohibited use of the Guardian SecureApp™ certification mark (GSA-MUG-01). Covers required accompanying information, digital and print usage, and consequences of misuse including suspension or withdrawal.
Know More →GSA Applicant Guide
Step-by-step guide for first-time applicants (GSA-AG-01) — covering eligibility criteria, how to select the right module(s) and assurance level, what documents to prepare, and what to expect at each stage of the application and certification process.
Know More →Verify PrCB Certificate
Check the authenticity and current validity of a product certificate issued under the Guardian SecureApp™ Scheme.
Verify CertificateContact Guardian PrCB
PrCB Service Enquiries: guardianassessment@gmail.com
Office Address: 812, B Wing, Samartha Aishwarya, Lokhandwala Road, Andheri West, Mumbai – 400053
GHG Validation & Verification Body
About Guardian VB — GHG Verification & Validation Body
Organization details, accreditation status, scope of services, impartiality commitment, and contact information.
Accreditation Under Process Know More →GHG Verification & Validation Services
Overview of our verification and validation services, assurance levels, standards supported, and sector expertise.
Know More →GHG Verification & Validation Process
The six-phase verification process from pre-engagement through statement issuance, timelines, and client responsibilities.
Know More →How to Apply for GHG Verification Services
Application process, fee determination factors, and enquiry form for clients seeking verification services.
Know More →Commitment to Impartiality & Independence
Guardian VB's formal impartiality policy, conflict of interest controls, and independence commitments.
Know More →Use of Verification Statements, Name & Logo
Client guidelines for referencing verification statements, permitted and prohibited uses, and validity periods.
Know More →Mark and Statement Usage Policy
Formal policy document (GVB-POL-002) governing use of Guardian VB marks, logos, and verification statements.
Know More →Verification & Validation Documents
Download all publicly available documents, forms, policies, and resources related to Guardian VB services.
Know More →Verify VB Statement
Check the authenticity and validity of a GHG Verification or Validation Statement issued by Guardian VB.
Verify StatementContact Guardian VB
VB Service Enquiries: vb@guardiancertification.com
Office Address: 812, B Wing, Samartha Aishwarya, Lokhandwala Road, Andheri West, Mumbai – 400053
Website: www.guardiancertification.com
Management System Certification Scheme
Verification Scheme Services (ISO 17029)
Guardian VB provides independent, third-party GHG Verification and Validation services for organisations seeking credible assurance of their greenhouse gas assertions. Our services are performed in accordance with ISO 14064-3:2019 and are within the scope of our accreditation under ISO/IEC 17029:2019 with the United Accreditation Foundation (UAF).
We offer two levels of assurance to meet different organizational needs and regulatory requirements.
Assurance Levels
Limited Assurance
Moderate level of assurance suitable for first-time verifications and lower-risk GHG inventories.
Reasonable Assurance
High level of assurance for regulatory submissions, investor reporting, and SBTi/CDP requirements.
Our Services Include:
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GHG Verification for organisational inventories (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions)
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GHG Validation for project design documents and emission reduction projects
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SEBI BRSR Verification services for listed Indian companies
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Voluntary Carbon Market programme verification
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CDP & SBTi Support for sustainability reporting frameworks
ISO 14064-1:2018, ISO 14064-2:2019, ISO 14064-3:2019, GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, SEBI BRSR Guidelines, and applicable voluntary carbon market programmes.
Geographic Scope
Primary operations in India; remote verification capability for international clients.
Sector Expertise
Manufacturing, Energy, IT/ITES, BFSI, Logistics, Infrastructure, Chemicals, Retail
