Business Registrations • Licenses and Registrations

Legal Metrology

Registration/certification under the Legal Metrology Act for businesses that manufacture, sell, or use weighing and measuring instruments, ensuring accuracy and standard packaging declarations.

Who needs it

Manufacturers, packers, and traders of pre-packaged goods and weighing/measuring equipment.

Authority / law

Department of Consumer Affairs, Legal Metrology Act 2009

Documents generally required

PAN and business registration certificate; ID and address proof of applicant; premises address proof; details/list of weighing & measuring instruments; passport photo; NOC from local authority.

FAQs

Who needs Legal Metrology registration?

Manufacturers, packers, importers, and dealers of weights, measures, or pre-packaged commodities.

How often must the license be renewed?

Typically annually or as prescribed by the respective state department.