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BIS Hallmarking for Jewellers

BIS hallmarking of gold and silver jewellery is mandatory under the BIS Hallmarking Regulations. Jewellers must register with BIS and get jewellery hallmarked at an Assaying and Hallmarking Centre. Earth Bond Solutions assists jewellers with BIS registration, process compliance, and ongoing audit readiness.

Estimated timeline: 15-45 days

Overview

Who needs this service?

This service is suitable for manufacturers, importers, and product teams that need regulatory clearance before sale or launch.

Documents

Required documents

1. Shop and establishment registration
Required document
2. GST registration certificate
Required document
3. PAN card
Required document
4. Business address proof
Required document
5. Jewellery stock and assay details
Required document

Process

Step-by-step process

Step 1: Verify eligibility under BIS Hallmarking Regulations
Confirm applicability for your jewellery category.
Step 2: Prepare and submit BIS registration application
File registration on BIS portal.
Step 3: Select an authorised Assaying and Hallmarking Centre
Identify the nearest AHC for assaying.
Step 4: Submit jewellery for assaying and marking
Arrange batch submission to AHC.
Step 5: Affix HUID hallmark on compliant items
Apply six-digit alphanumeric HUID code.
Step 6: Maintain records for BIS inspection
Keep batch records and HUID logs for audits.

Benefits

Business and compliance benefits

• Mandatory compliance for jewellery trade — Required for selling gold and silver jewellery in India.

• Consumer trust through verified purity — HUID hallmark assures buyers of gold purity.

• Avoid penalties under BIS Hallmarking Regulations — Reduces risk of enforcement action.

• Registration and AHC selection support — Guidance on BIS portal registration and lab selection.

Timeline

Expected completion window

15-45 days

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