India’s transition to mandatory HUID-based hallmarking for silver has seen an impressive response, with more than 17 lakh silver pieces registered within just three months of the 1 September 2025 rollout. Most of these belong to the widely used 925 and 800 purity grades, reflecting both modern and traditional buying patterns.
Among the most hallmarked items are culturally rooted pieces such as payals, along with silver lamps, plates and idols—categories that have long held significance in Indian households. Southern India is currently driving the highest volume of hallmarking, with other regions gradually picking up pace.
The government notes that making HUID compulsory for voluntarily hallmarked silver has strengthened purity assurance and reduced the scope for counterfeit markings. Each piece now carries a six-digit alphanumeric code, engraved by laser alongside the BIS mark and purity grade.
This system brings silver traceability on par with gold, enabling complete digital verification. Through the BIS CARE app on Android and iOS, buyers can check essential information including purity, article type and the credentials of the hallmarking centre.
With over 17 lakh items already moving through the system, HUID is reshaping confidence in the silver market by promoting transparency, accountability and informed purchasing.