LMPC Registration (Legal Metrology)
If you pack, manufacture or import pre-packaged goods for sale, the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 require you to register with the Legal Metrology authority. We assist with the application, documents and label checks.
Registration is required under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011. The rule asks you to apply within 90 days of starting the activity.
- Manufacturers and packers of pre-packaged goods
- Importers of pre-packaged goods
- Label declarations under the same Rules
LMPC registration support
The Legal Metrology authority decides each application. We help you file the right one with complete documents.
1Check the authority
Depending on your case, the application goes to the State Controller of Legal Metrology (in Gujarat, online through the Investor Facilitation Portal) or to the Director of Legal Metrology, Government of India, through the national Legal Metrology portal. We confirm which applies to you.
2Documents
We give you a checklist and help put together identity and address proofs, premises documents, business registration (and IEC for importers), the list of products and pack sizes, and sample labels or wrappers.
3Label review
Before you apply, we check your labels for the declarations the Rules require, such as manufacturer/packer/importer name and address, common name, net quantity, month and year, MRP, unit sale price where required, consumer care details and, for imports, country of origin.
4Online filing and follow-up
We help you file the application, respond to queries from the department and track it until a decision.
5Changes later
If your address, products or business details change, we help with the amendment application.
Simple steps
Share details
Business type, products, pack sizes and where you pack or import.
Checklist
Documents and the right authority for your case.
Label check
We review labels against the Rules.
Apply and track
Application filed and followed up until decided.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs LMPC registration?
Under Rule 27, every manufacturer, packer or importer of pre-packaged commodities must apply for registration with the Director or the Controller of Legal Metrology.
Where do I apply in Gujarat?
Gujarat units usually apply to the Controller of Legal Metrology online through the Investor Facilitation Portal (ifp.gujarat.gov.in). Some cases go to the Director of Legal Metrology, Government of India, through the national portal (lm.doca.gov.in). We check which applies before filing.
Is it a one-time registration?
Generally yes, but you must apply for an amendment when details such as your address or products change.
How long does it take?
It depends on the department’s scrutiny and any queries. We cannot promise a timeline, but we keep you updated.
Can I apply myself?
Yes. We assist if you want help with documents, label checks and follow-up.
M. S. Advisory Services is a private advisory firm and is not affiliated with any government body. Registration is granted by the Legal Metrology department. We do not guarantee approval or timelines. Official fees are separate from our professional fee.
Packing or importing goods for sale?
Call us or send an enquiry with your products and pack sizes, and we will send the checklist.
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