OverviewBIS Hallmark Registration is legally required for all jewellers dealing in gold, silver, or platinum articles. Without it, you cannot legally sell hallmarked jewellery or use purity stamps. It assures customers that your metal quality matches national standards. Start Bharat streamlines your Hallmark registration with documentation, BIS portal filing, inspection coordination, and post-license compliance — ensuring smooth operations for your jewellery business.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s Hallmark Registration is ideal for any business dealing with precious metals.
Jewellery Retailers & Showroom Owners
Businesses selling gold or silver jewellery items — even if sourced from other manufacturers.
Jewellery Manufacturing Units
Goldsmiths and factories creating jewellery articles for commercial sale or private labelling.
Contract Manufacturers and Karigars
Units working on behalf of brands or retail chains who want BIS-approved processes.
Silver Article & Ornaments Sellers
Shops selling silver utensils, decorative items, idols, or premium gifting articles.
Jewellery Businesses Operating Across Cities
Chains with outlets in multiple states requiring separate hallmark registrations per premise.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat provides a complete BIS Hallmark registration and compliance support package.
- BIS Portal Registration and Login Setup
- Application Drafting & Submission (Form I)
- Document Preparation & Upload
- Fee Calculation & Payment on BIS Gateway
- Coordination for Assaying Centre Linking
- Site Audit & Officer Inspection Handling
- Grant of License and Download of Certificate
- Post-License Marking, Renewal & Compliance Support
Benefits Start Bharat registers your business for hallmarking through these verified steps:
Mandatory for All Gold & Silver Sellers
As per BIS order 2021, all jewellers must obtain Hallmark license before selling hallmarked items.
Proves Purity & Protects Buyer Rights
Each stamped product guarantees metal purity — 22K, 18K, 14K, etc. — certified by BIS.
Required for Sale, Manufacturing & Labelling
No person can advertise, manufacture, or sell gold jewellery without valid BIS Hallmark registration.
Avoids Penalties and Seizure of Stock
Selling unregistered or mislabelled jewellery can result in cancellation of license and product confiscation.
Improves Customer Confidence & Brand Reputation
BIS certification assures buyers of authenticity — improving showroom credibility and footfall.
Links You to Official Assaying Centres
Registration lets you partner with nearby hallmarking labs to stamp every item as per law.
Makes You Eligible for E-commerce Platforms
Online jewellery platforms mandate BIS registration for onboarding and product listing.
Easy to Renew, Amend, and Scale
BIS allows expansion of units, product scope change, or renewal digitally via their unified system.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat registers your business for hallmarking through these verified steps:
Collect Business and Premise Details
You share GST, PAN, Aadhaar, trade license, address proof, and photos of shop or manufacturing unit.
File Application on BIS Hallmark Portal
We prepare and file the application, upload required attachments, and help you choose a BIS-recognized centre.
Schedule Inspection and Officer Visit
We assist during BIS audit, guide your team to arrange purity records, weighing scale, and product samples.
Receive BIS Hallmark Certificate
After approval, you get your license and identification number — usable across packaging, display, and invoices.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Yes. It’s compulsory for anyone selling gold, silver, or platinum jewellery or articles in India — as per BIS notification.
No. Mentioning purity without official hallmarking is illegal and may attract seizure of items and cancellation of trade license.
Yes. Every sales premise or manufacturing unit needs separate registration and linkage to a BIS-assaying centre.
Generally valid for one year. BIS issues annual renewals based on business compliance and payment of fees.
BIS license fee + optional marking charges + inspection cost. Fee depends on location and scale. We’ll calculate it for you.
It’s a BIS-recognized lab that tests metal purity and stamps items before they are sold legally.