Becoming a Legal Metrology-certified dealer allows you to legally sell, supply, or distribute weighing and measuring instruments under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009.
ð 2.â¯Types of Licenses / Certifications Offered
- Dealer License (LDâ1 â LDâ3) â for trading in weights/measures
- Manufacturer/Repairer Licenses (LRâ1)
- Importer License (for imported instruments sold as dealers)
ð¯ 3.â¯Who Needs These Services?
- Dealers of weighing scales, taxiâmeters, fuel dispensers
- Traders importing or reselling instruments
- Manufacturers also selling as dealers
- Equipment distributors in industrial and retail sectors
ð¡ï¸ 4.â¯Why Choose a Service Provider?
Consultants help you:
- Avoid hefty finesâe.g., Tata: LMD fined traders â¹53.69â¯lakh over 4,981 violations in FYâ¯2024â25
- Properly draft agreement documents (e.g., dealership agreements, NOCs)
- Prepare for premises inspection and documentation
- Track renewals (1â5 years validity) and manage compliance effortlessly
ð 5.â¯Dealer Certification Process â Step by Step
- Use Form LDâ1 to apply to district LMO
- District nodal officer forwards to Local Senior Inspector
- Premises inspection & report by inspector
- Assistant Controller reviews; may send queries
- Pay â¹100 fee via designated account
- Receive Dealer License (Form LDâ3), valid 1â5 years
ð 6.â¯Required Documents
- Passport-size photos, PAN, Aadhaar, address proof
- Identity proof of partners (for firms)
- Shop deed/rent agreement with NOC
- Partnership deed (if applicable)
- Model Approval Certificate for instruments sold
- GST registration, Trade license, Professional Tax
- Selfâdeclaration affidavits (non-conviction, rule compliance)
ð° 7.â¯Cost Involved
| Item | Cost (â¹) |
| Application Fee | â¹100 |
| Consultant Fee | â¹10,000ââ¹30,000 |
| Premises Preparation (NOC/site plans) | â¹5,000ââ¹10,000 |
| Renewal Fee (per renewal, Form LDâ2) | â¹100ââ¹5,000 depending on duration |
â±ï¸ 8.â¯Time Taken
- Document prep & application: 1â2 weeks
- State/District inspections & queries: 2â4 weeks
- License issuance: 1 week
- Total timeline: ~4â7 weeks
â ï¸ 9.â¯Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Mismatched entity details or missing affidavits
- Selling uncertified instruments (â¹335 stamping cost vs large penalties)
- Ignoring NOC or shop premise rules
- Failing to renew before expiry (common cause for rejection)
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â 11.â¯FAQs
Q1. How long is the dealer license valid?
â¡ï¸ Between 1 to 5 years, renewable via Form LDâ2
Q2. Can importers sell without this license?
â¡ï¸ No. Importers must also have dealer license to resell imported instruments
Q3. Is premises inspection mandatory?
â¡ï¸ Yesâa functional shop premises is required for issuance
Q4. What penalties apply for uncertified sales?
â¡ï¸ Fines per machine (~â¹335 stamping) but can escalate heavily in raids
Q5. Can this be applied online?
â¡ï¸ Varies by stateâsome offer online applications, but physical inspection is still required
