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BIS HALLMARK
BIS Hallmark Certification can be confusing and time-consuming. We streamline the entire process with precise documentation, proper testing coordination, and error-free application filing so your hallmark approval is granted without delays.
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What is a BIS Hallmark Certificate?
BIS Hallmark Certification is an official quality mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards to confirm the purity and fineness of gold and silver jewellery. Under this mandate, jewellery cannot be sold in India without being hallmarked through a BIS-authorized centre. Hallmarking protects consumers from adulterated or low-purity jewellery and ensures that every piece meets the exact karatage claimed by the manufacturer or retailer.
BIS Hallmark Certification is mandatory for all jewellers who manufacture, import, or sell gold jewellery, and requires registration with BIS along with strict compliance to hallmarking standards and testing procedures.
Eligibility Criteria for BIS Hallmark Certification
- A jeweller or jewellery manufacturer must meet the following requirements to obtain BIS Hallmark Certification:
- The applicant must be a jeweller or jewellery manufacturer engaged in selling, manufacturing, or exporting gold or silver jewellery in India.
- A functional retail outlet or manufacturing unit is required with valid business registration and address proof.
- The applicant must comply with BIS purity standards for gold or silver (e.g., 22K, 18K, 14K).
- Proper infrastructure to handle hallmark-approved jewellery must be available (secure storage, weighing, testing compatibility, etc.).
- All jewellery must be hallmarked only through BIS-recognized Assaying & Hallmarking Centres (A&H Centres).
- Trademark or brand authorization is needed if jewellery is sold under a specific name or label.
- All documentation submitted must match across brand, licence, and business records, mismatches are a common reason for rejection.
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We Can Do It All
BIS Hallmark Certification requires strict compliance with purity standards, accurate documentation, and error-free registration with BIS. Most applications fail due to incorrect details, mismatched documents, or issues during verification at hallmarking centres. We manage the entire hallmark certification process end-to-end, eligibility check, documentation, A&H centre coordination, BIS portal filing, and approval, so your hallmark licence is issued without delays or objections.
1. Eligibility Check & Standard Compliance Review
We verify your jewellery business, purity standards, and required documentation to ensure you meet all BIS hallmark certification criteria.
2. Documentation Preparation & Application Setup
We prepare and align all documents, business registration, brand details, purity specifications, declarations, and supporting files, for accurate BIS portal submission.
3. Coordination with Authorized Hallmarking Centre
We assist in connecting with a BIS-recognized Assaying & Hallmarking Centre, ensure samples are tested correctly, and verify reports for purity compliance.
4. BIS Portal Filing & Hallmark Licence Approval
We complete your BIS hallmark application, correct objections, manage queries, and support you until the hallmark registration licence is granted.
Requirements
Documents Required for BIS Hallmark
To obtain BIS Hallmark, jewellers must submit accurate business, product, and compliance documents. Any mismatch in business details, brand name, or licence application can lead to rejection. Below are the key documents required:
1. Business & Registration Documents
- Jewellery business registration proof (GST, trade licence, incorporation documents)
- Shop or manufacturing unit address proof
- Identity and authorization documents of the owner/authorized signatory
- Trademark certificate or brand authorization (if selling under a brand name)
2. Infrastructure & Capability Documents
- Details of the retail outlet or manufacturing unit
- Inventory management process for gold/silver jewellery
- Weighing scale details & calibration certificates
- Storage and security arrangements for hallmarked jewellery
3. Product & Purity Compliance Documents
- Declaration of jewellery types to be hallmarked (gold, silver, or both)
- Purity specifications (22K, 18K, 14K, etc.)
- Details of jewellery items/models being offered for hallmarking
- Brand and label artwork if applicable
4. Legal & BIS Application Documents
- Signed BIS application forms
- Consent form to use BIS-recognized Assaying & Hallmarking (A&H) Centres
- BIS declarations and undertakings
- Nomination letter for authorized signatory
5. For Manufacturers (Additional Documents)
- Manufacturing process flowchart
- Details of raw material procurement
- Internal quality checks for purity and composition
- Sample records (if required during verification)
Before You Begin
FAQs
Is Hallmark Certificate mandatory for selling gold jewellery?
Yes. BIS Hallmark Certification is mandatory for all jewellers who manufacture, import, or sell gold jewellery in India. Selling un-hallmarked jewellery is illegal and can lead to penalties and licence cancellation.
What does a BIS hallmark on gold jewellery mean?
A BIS hallmark confirms the purity and fineness of the gold (e.g., 22K, 18K, 14K). It proves the jewellery was tested at a BIS-authorized Assaying & Hallmarking Centre and meets Indian purity standards.
Who can apply for BIS Hallmark Certification?
Any jeweller or manufacturing unit engaged in selling, making, or exporting gold jewellery can apply. A functional retail outlet or manufacturing premises with valid business documents is required.
Does hallmark certification require product testing?
Yes. Every jewellery piece must be tested for purity at a BIS-recognized Assaying & Hallmarking Centre before the hallmark is stamped.
Do jewellers need renewal for their BIS Hallmark Certification?
Yes. The certification must be renewed within the validity period. BIS may also conduct audits or inspections to ensure ongoing compliance with purity and hallmarking standards.
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