Model Approval Certificate for Weights and Measures is required from the Department of Consumer Affairs before a manufacturer or importer starts selling or distributing weighing and measuring instruments in India. Each model must meet the applicable technical specifications and obtain approval under the Legal Metrology (Approval of Models) Rules, 2011, based on testing by a notified laboratory. This requirement applies to both mechanical and digital weighing and measuring instruments.
Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
What is Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
Who Can Apply for Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
Manufacturers of weights and measures.
Importers of weights and measures.
Manufacturers of weighing and measuring instruments.
Importers of weighing and measuring instruments.
Manufacturers of digital weighing and measuring instruments.
Importers of digital weighing and measuring instruments.
Documents Required for this Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
- Sketch and Drawing of arrangements and Installation includes details of construction
- Sealing diagram with write up
- Circuit Diagram with details
- Working Principal
- Operating Manual
- Photographs of model
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Role of Shamkris and Process of Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.
The Application acquisition process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Certificate File
Inspection by the department if required
Certificate department
Certificate issued
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue Application for approval of a model of weight or measure (Digital)
FAQ
A Model Approval Certificate confirms that a particular model of a weight or measuring instrument meets the applicable technical and metrological requirements.
Manufacturers and importers of weights, measures, and applicable measuring instruments can apply for model approval.
The approval is granted by the Director of Legal Metrology, Government of India, under the applicable rules.
Model approval is required for instruments covered under the Legal Metrology Act and applicable rules, subject to specified exemptions.
The Legal Metrology (Approval of Models) Rules, 2011, govern the model approval process.
Yes. The instrument model is tested by a recognized laboratory to assess compliance with applicable technical standards.
Documents may include the applicant’s details, technical specifications, drawings, operating instructions, photographs, and test procedures. Digital instruments may also require circuit diagrams.
Each model must be assessed according to its design and technical characteristics. Whether a separate application is required depends on the applicable rules and the changes between models.
Yes. A model that has been rejected may be resubmitted after the necessary modifications. It is generally treated as a fresh application for fees and testing.