Bengaluru | April 11, 2026 — In a landmark achievement for the Ministry of Ayush, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru, has been awarded the prestigious ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for its clinical laboratory in both Biochemistry and Haematology.
This makes CARI Bengaluru the first institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) to reach this international benchmark for diagnostic precision and quality.
Elevating Ayush Diagnostics
The accreditation transitions the facility from an entry-level NABL-certified lab to a globally recognized centre of excellence.
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Scope of Testing: The laboratory is now accredited for 50 parameters, including critical diagnostics such as HbA1c, liver and kidney function tests, lipid profiles, thyroid panels, and complete blood counts (CBC).
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Operational Scale: In the 2025–26 period alone, the lab conducted over 1.52 lakh investigations for more than 9,300 patients.
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Advanced Tech: Equipped with fully automated systems and digital reporting, the lab provides results via SMS, email, and WhatsApp, ensuring faster turnaround times and patient convenience.
Leadership Perspectives
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Shri Prataprao Jadhav (Union Minister of Ayush): Highlighted that this achievement transforms Ayush infrastructure into a “benchmark of quality and reliability,” essential for effective treatment outcomes.
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Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha (Secretary, Ministry of Ayush): Described the accreditation as a “landmark step” in integrating high-quality modern diagnostics with traditional systems of medicine.
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Prof. Rabinarayan Acharya (DG, CCRAS): Noted that this elevates Ayurveda research to the highest level of scientific rigor, positioning the institute as a premier Ayurveda Science Incubation Centre.
A Five-Year Surge in Public Trust
The accreditation comes amidst a period of explosive growth for CARI Bengaluru. Since 2021, the institute has seen a massive increase in its service delivery:
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Inpatient Growth: Since launching IPD services in July 2024, the institute has maintained nearly full bed occupancy.
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Research & Validation: The institute manages 20–25 research projects annually and has significantly scaled up its efforts in medicinal plant validation.
Future Roadmap
CARI Bengaluru is currently progressing toward BIS IS/ISO 9001:2015 certification to further reinforce its quality management systems. Moving forward, the institute plans to expand its menu of accredited tests, aiming to provide even more comprehensive, affordable, and evidence-based healthcare to the public.
