Hallmark Registration

Hallmark Registration – An Overview

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Hallmark registration is a quality certification provided by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to ensure the purity and authenticity of precious metals like gold and silver. When a jeweller is BIS-certified, it means that their jewellery has been tested, verified, and marked for standard purity. Every hallmarked item carries:

The BIS logo

Purity grade (e.g., 22K, 24K)

The jeweller’s identification mark

A 6-digit HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification Number) for traceability

Why Hallmarking Matters

For consumers, hallmarking guarantees purity and protects them from fraud. For jewellers, it adds credibility, builds trust, and ensures legal compliance. Certification involves submitting documents, testing jewellery at a BIS-authorized lab, and obtaining a hallmarking license.

Role of BIS

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regulates and maintains the hallmarking system. It audits hallmarking centers, manages jeweller certifications, addresses customer complaints, and ensures standardization and transparency across the industry.

Benefits of Hallmark Registration

Boosts Credibility: Confirms your products meet purity standards

Builds Customer Trust: Customers feel safer buying certified jewellery

Quality Assurance: Each item bears verified karat value and BIS mark

Legal Protection: Ensures compliance with Indian hallmarking laws

Market Transparency: Helps eliminate fraud and ensures fair practices

Increases Resale Value: Hallmarked jewellery holds higher market value

Customer Loyalty: Trusted products lead to repeat purchases and referrals

Documents Required for Hallmark Registration

Company registration certificate & MOA (if applicable)

Partnership deed (for partnership firms)

CA certificate (for proprietorship or turnover above ₹40 lakhs)

GST registration certificate

Sale deed / Lease agreement / Rent agreement with recent receipt

Latest property tax receipt

Latest income tax assessment order

State government registration certificate (if available)

Identity proof: Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, DL, or Voter ID

Government-issued photo ID (if applicable)

Aadhaar e-signature or digital verification

Location map of business from nearby landmark

Previous year GST return

New businesses: declaration of estimated turnover & GST filing assurance

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1. Is hallmarking mandatory for all jewellers in India?

Yes, as per BIS regulations, hallmarking of gold jewellery and artefacts is mandatory for all jewellers in notified areas. Only BIS-registered jewellers are legally allowed to sell hallmarked gold.

2. What does a BIS hallmark on jewellery include?

A BIS hallmark includes: BIS Logo Purity in karats (e.g., 22K, 18K) Jeweller’s identification mark 6-digit HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification Number)

3. How long does it take to get a hallmark registration certificate?

The processing time for BIS hallmark registration usually ranges from 7 to 15 working days, depending on documentation and verification by BIS authorities.

4. Can a jeweller operate multiple outlets under one hallmark registration?

No. Each outlet must be separately registered with BIS and requires a unique license. Jewellers must apply for individual registrations for each branch or showroom.

5. What is the validity of a BIS hallmark registration?

BIS hallmark registration is generally valid for one year and must be renewed annually to continue legally selling hallmarked jewellery.