The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) increased the gold hallmarking fee by nearly 67%, raising the charge from ₹45 to ₹75 per gold article, effective September 14, 2026
Buying gold jewellery this festive season could cost you more as hallmarking charges have jumped nearly 67%. Under revised BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) rules effective Sept 14, 2026, jewellers must pay Rs 75 per gold article to recognised hallmarking centres, up from Rs 45. A minimum fee of Rs 200/consignment also applies. The separate BIS fee for centres is Rs 7.50 per article. Always check for a valid hallmark.
