Model Approval
Secure your Model Approval prior to product launch
LEGAL METROLOGY-WEIGHTS & MEASURES – Model Approval
Manufacturing License – Weights & Measures
Importer License – Weights & Measures
Dealer License – Weights & Measures
Repairer License – Weights & Measures
Model Approval
Renewal / Amendment in License
Calibration – Stamping & Verification
Setting the foundation
Metrology refers to the science of measurement. It refers to the units and methodologies of
weighing and measurement, governed by laws and regulations. Legal metrology provides
regulations for the control of measurements and measuring instruments.
The Directorate of Legal Metrology is established under the purview of the Department of
Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. It is responsible for overseeing and regulating the
model approval, manufacturing and import of weighing and measuring instruments and devices.
Additionally, it regulates trade and commerce for goods sold by weight, measure, or number, along
with related matters.Model Approval Overview
For any new measuring or weighing device, it is necessary to obtain Model Approval, from the
Legal Metrology Department operating under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. Model Approval
means all weight and measuring instruments undergo testing and calibration according to the
standards laid down in the Legal Metrology Act to maintain accuracy. The Legal Metrology
Department inspects and regulates the quality and standards of such devices.
The Legal Metrology Act, 2009
Section 22 of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 (“LM Act”), regulates Model approval of weights and
measuring instruments.
The Legal Metrology (Approval of Models) Rules, 2011.
Model Approval of weight and measure instruments is regulated by Legal Metrology Act, 2009
read with the Legal Metrology (Approval of Models) Rules, 2011. These rules govern approval by
Central Government for manufacturing and importing weighing and measuring instruments in
order to avoid usage of faulty and unauthorised instruments.
WHO CAN APPLY
FOR MODEL APPROVAL?
Every person before manufacturing or importing
any weight or measure instruments shall seek
the approval of model from the Legal Metrology
Department, ensuring compliance with the
OIML standards.
How
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Types of Model Approval
Mechanical Type model of weights or
measures
- Weights and measures that are
mechanical in nature like measuring types,
mechanical weighing scales etc. - Government fee for Model Approval-
Rs.10,000 per model.Digital or Electronic type model of
weights or measures- Weights and measures that are
automatic and digital in nature like
automatic weighing scales, automatic
gravimetric machines, etc. - Government fee for Model Approval-
Rs.25,000 per model.
QUICK ANSWERS
Instruments covered under Model Approval Rules- Auto rickshaw and Taxi meter
- Automatic gravimetric filing instrument
- Automatic instruments for weighing road vehicles in-motion and measuring axle loads
- Automatic rail weighbridge
- Catch weighing instrument (check weigher)
- Clinical thermometer
- CNG dispenser
- Counter machine
- Discontinuous totalizing automatic weighing instrument (Hopper weigher)
- Flow meters
- Gas meters
- Liquor measures
- Measuring systems for Liquids other than water
- Measuring tape
- Non-automatic weighing instrument
- Sphygmomanometer (Blood Pressure Meter)
- Volumetric capacity measures of higher Capacities
- Water meter
- Any other weight and measures.
When is Model Approval not required?
Model Approval may not be required in respect of any cast iron, brass, bullion or carat weight or any
beam scale, length measures (not being measuring tapes) which are ordinarily used in retail trade for
measuring textiles or timber, capacity measures not exceeding 20 litre in capacity, which are
ordinarily used in retail trade for measuring kerosene, milk or potable liquors.
Model Approval procedure- Manufacturer/Importer of any weighing and measuring instrument shall make an application of
Model Approval to the Director of Legal Metrology Department; - Submission of the model to Regional Reference Standard Laboratory (RRSL), Department of
Consumer Affairs, Government of India along with the prescribed fee; - Testing for the assessment of fitness of a model submitted, is carried out by RRSL;
- Issue of Certificate of Approval.
When will manufacturing or import license be issued for weight or measure?
As per Rule 20 of Legal Metrology (Approval of Model) Rules, 2011, before issuing a license to
manufacture or import any weight or measure, the State Government shall satisfy itself that a
Certificate of Approval of the Model of such weight or measure has been granted by the Central
Government.
How can importers sell their weights or measures in India?
Importers of weights and measuring instruments after obtaining Model Approval are required to
obtain a Dealer license in LD-1 to sell such weights and measures.
Registration AuthorityCentral Government- Director- Legal Metrology
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This information is in summary form and is therefore intended for general guidance only. It is not intended to be a substitute for detailed research or the exercise of professional judgment. Mind Sync does not accept any responsibility for loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a result of any information provided herein. On any specific matter, reference should be made to the appropriate advisor.
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