Hallmarking of gold becomes costlier by 67% before festivals: per piece fee increased from ₹45 to ₹75, silver fee stable at ₹35
New Delhi55 minutes ago copy link Just before the festival and wedding season, Bureau of Indian Standards i.e. BIS has increased the hallmarking fees on gold jewelery and artwork. Now jewelers will have to pay ₹75 per article instead of ₹45. This change has come into effect under the BIS (Hallmarking) Amendment Rules, 2026. However,…