What is Government Stamping?
Government Stamping is the official process of verifying and weighing equipment, such as weighbridges, platform scales, and precision balances, to ensure accuracy and legal compliance. Conducted by a Legal Metrology Officer (LMO), this process is mandated under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, and ensures that every commercial weighing device meets national standards. Once verified, the equipment is sealed with a stamp and issued a certification of conformity.
Only government-stamped equipment is legally approved for trade, billing, or regulatory use. Using unstamped or uncertified machines may lead to legal consequences, including fines or imprisonment. The process is governed by both central and state-level legal metrology departments and is critical for ensuring fairness, consumer protection, and audit-readiness in all commercial weighing activities.
Penalties for non-compliance:
- Fine up to ₹25,000 for the first offense
- Up to ₹50,000 or imprisonment for repeated violations
- Tampering with the government stamp is a punishable offense
Coverage Includes
We take complete ownership of the process, from documentation to final certification, so you don’t have to navigate complex government protocols on your own.
- Guiding you through model approvals and regulatory compliance requirements
- Preparing and submitting all necessary documents to the Legal Metrology Department
- Scheduling inspections and coordinating with Legal Metrology Officers (LMOs)
- Providing on-site support during stamping and weighing equipment verification
- Collecting stamped certificates and maintaining centralized digital records
- Issuing expiry alerts and managing stamping renewal cycles
- Liaising with department officers to resolve compliance delays and challenges
