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Department of Consumer Affairs - Legal Metrology

Legal Metrology Model Approval for Weights and Measures (Section 22)

Weights and measures model approval

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What it is

Verify and approve instrument models before manufacture, import or use where the current Legal Metrology route requires model approval.

What you get

  • Weights and measures model approval

Who it is for

  • the instrument model is within the current model-approval scope
  • the applicant supplies drawings, specifications, test and manufacturer/importer evidence required by the current route
  • testing, verification, OIML or State/UT obligations are checked for the model and intended market
  • the current rules and any 2025/2026 amendments are reconciled before filing
ManufacturerImporterModel ownerCompanyLlpProprietorshipResearch and development entityPrototypeManufacturingImportCertificationMarket entryIndustrial equipmentRetail equipmentWeighing instrumentsMeasuring instrumentsMedical instrumentsIndia

How to apply

  1. 1
    Confirm model-approval applicability

    Classify the instrument and reconcile the current Approval of Models Rules and amendments before preparing the application.

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  2. 2
    Prepare technical and test evidence

    Compile drawings, specifications, test reports, manufacturer/importer details and any required laboratory or OIML material.

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  3. 3
    Submit through the official model system

    Use the official Model Approval System or NSWS route, respond to technical queries and retain the approval certificate and post-approval obligations.

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Keep ready

Instrument model, technical specification and test evidence