Is BIS_HALLMARK the same as Bureau of Indian Standards mark?

Yes. BIS_HALLMARK, Bureau of Indian Standards mark, BIS all denote the same material — verified. Different markets and eras stamp it differently, but the purity is identical.

How do I confirm a BIS_HALLMARK stamp is genuine?

Look at the mark under 10× magnification for crisp, even strikes, cross-check the weight-to-volume ratio against the expected density, scan it with the Jewelry Identifier app, and — when it matters — have an XRF test done by an assay office or gemological lab.

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The BIS_HALLMARK hallmark: meaning, purity & value

Indian government hallmark from the Bureau of Indian Standards. Mandatory for all gold jewelry in India since June 2021 (HUID system). Includes BIS logo, fineness, jeweler ID, and HUID code.

Published May 30, 2026

Quick facts

Metal: verified
Common regions: India
Standard: IS 1417

Stamps that mean the same thing

This purity may be struck into jewelry as any of: BIS_HALLMARK / Bureau of Indian Standards mark / BIS. The mark differs by country and era, but the metal content is identical.

What BIS_HALLMARK tells you

Indian government hallmark from the Bureau of Indian Standards. Mandatory for all gold jewelry in India since June 2021 (HUID system). Includes BIS logo, fineness, jeweler ID, and HUID code.

How to check it yourself

Examine the stamp under a 10× loupe — genuine marks are crisp and evenly struck, not doubled or smeared.
Confirm the mark reads BIS_HALLMARK or an equivalent such as Bureau of Indian Standards mark.
Photograph it in the Jewelry Identifier app to read the metal, hallmark, and any gemstones from the image.
For a binding result, have an assay office or gemological lab run an XRF purity test.

Sources

Bureau of Indian Standards IS 1417
Wikidata Q866935

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FAQ

Q. Is BIS_HALLMARK the same as Bureau of Indian Standards mark?: A. Yes. BIS_HALLMARK, Bureau of Indian Standards mark, BIS all denote the same material — verified. Different markets and eras stamp it differently, but the purity is identical.
Q. How do I confirm a BIS_HALLMARK stamp is genuine?: A. Look at the mark under 10× magnification for crisp, even strikes, cross-check the weight-to-volume ratio against the expected density, scan it with the Jewelry Identifier app, and — when it matters — have an XRF test done by an assay office or gemological lab.

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