Gold Hallmarking Fee Hike
Bureau of Indian Standards Raises Gold Hallmarking Fees by 67 Percent
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For silver hallmarking, an Assaying and Hallmarking Centre must pay BIS ₹3.50 per article, subject to a minimum charge of ₹15 per consignment.
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BIS says the Hallmarking Scheme is intended not only to protect consumers from adulteration but also to require manufacturers to maintain legally prescribed standards of fineness.
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India’s Hallmarking Scheme currently covers two precious metals: gold and silver; BIS defines hallmarking as the accurate determination and official recording of the proportionate precious-metal content in an article.
India's Bureau of Indian Standards raised gold hallmarking fees by 67% to ₹75 per article, effective September 14, 2026. The Economic Times reported the increase jumps from ₹45, adding ₹30 to each certification. The move comes just before India's peak jewelry-buying season.
Although jewelers pay the fee directly, higher operating costs could push prices up for buyers. Hindustan Times noted the change includes a ₹200 minimum charge per gold consignment, meaning customers submitting one or two articles still pay ₹200 total.
What Hallmarking Does and Why It Matters
Hallmarking certifies the purity of gold and silver. Business Standard explained that BIS defines it as accurate determination and official recording of precious-metal content in an article. The process protects buyers from adulteration and requires manufacturers to maintain legally prescribed standards of fineness.
Silver Fees Stay Flat While Gold Surges
Silver hallmarking charges remain unchanged at ₹35 per article, with a ₹150 minimum per consignment. ETV Bharat reported that gold's 67% jump creates a sharp divide. Assaying centers themselves pay BIS ₹3.50 per silver article, subject to a ₹15 minimum per consignment.
How the New Pricing Works for Customers
The fee structure uses minimum charges that affect small orders most. One gold article costs ₹200 minimum. Two articles still cost ₹200. Three articles cost ₹225—just ₹25 more. This tiered approach means bulk submissions spread costs over more items, reducing per-article expense.
Timing Signals Pressure on Festive Season Buying
The Economic Times noted the fee hike takes effect ahead of India's festive jewelry-buying season. Higher certification costs may reach consumers through increased prices on gold ornaments. The regulation was notified through the BIS Hallmarking Amendment Regulations, making the change official and mandatory nationwide.
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