Surat, July 2025: With gold prices soaring steadily, the Indian government has taken a major step by making BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) hallmarking mandatory for 9-carat gold jewellery. Previously, hallmarking was only applicable to 14K, 18K, and 22K gold jewellery. The move is expected to increase consumer trust and boost demand for more affordable gold options.
The representation for this change was led by the Surat Jewellery Manufacturers Association (SJMA), which had urged the government to allow hallmarking for 9-carat gold, making it more accessible for the common buyer. With hallmarking now extended to 9K jewellery, buyers can expect quality assurance, even for lower-purity gold.
Amit Korat, President of SJMA, stated, “This decision will not only make jewellery more affordable but will also boost demand and support the overall industry. As demand grows, so will employment opportunities across the sector.”
The industry believes that this move will particularly benefit middle-class consumers struggling with high gold rates, while also giving a fresh push to manufacturing and exports.
