The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has sharply increased the fee for gold articles by **67%**, raising it from ₹45 to ₹75. This hike will directly impact consumers, making gold jewellery more expensive, especially as festive and wedding seasons approach.
₹75
New Hallmarking Fee
Previous Fee: ₹45→₹75
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How today’s news fits into the bigger picture
April 2000
Gold Hallmarking Introduced
The BIS launched the Gold Scheme in India to certify the purity of gold jewellery, initially on a voluntary basis, to protect consumers.
2015
Gold Monetisation Scheme
The government launched the Gold Monetisation Scheme to mobilize idle household gold, aiming to reduce gold imports and boost domestic supply, indicating a focus on formalizing the .
June 2021
Mandatory Hallmarking Phase 1
of gold jewellery became mandatory in a phased manner for 256 districts, requiring all jewellers to sell only hallmarked gold. The fee was ₹45 per article.
June 2022
Mandatory Hallmarking Phase 2
The mandatory regime was expanded to include 32 new districts, further widening its scope across India.
Yesterday, Sep 18, 2026
Fee Hiked to ₹75
The BIS announced an increase in the gold fee to ₹75 from ₹45, a 67% jump, effective immediately, raising concerns among jewellers.
Today
BIS increased gold hallmarking fees by 67% to ₹75 per article, impacting consumer costs.
What happens next?
Jewellery associations are expected to push for a review or phased implementation of the increased fee, while consumers will face higher prices.
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced a significant hike in the hallmarking fee for gold jewellery, increasing it by **67%** from the previous ₹45 to **₹75 per article**. This increase, effective immediately, comes at a crucial time when demand for gold typically rises due to the upcoming festive and wedding seasons. The higher fee will directly translate to increased costs for consumers purchasing gold articles, affecting the perceived value, especially for lightweight jewellery. Jewellers are concerned about the timing, as it could dampen consumer sentiment and impact sales during peak demand periods. The move is part of efforts to strengthen the hallmarking regime, but industry experts are calling for a review.
💭 If you're wondering…
BIS stands for Bureau of Indian Standards. It is India's national standards body, responsible for setting and maintaining quality standards for various products, including precious metals like gold, through certification and hallmarking schemes.
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