Government Approved Test Centres

Government Launches Online Portal for Test Centre Recognition

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has launched an online portal for private industries and laboratories to apply for recognition as Government Approved Test Centres (GATCs). This initiative aims to enhance India's verification ecosystem for weights and measures, ensuring accuracy and transparency in trade. Applications are open until November

Legal Metrology

India Strengthens Legal Metrology with New Amendments

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has announced significant amendments to the Legal Metrology (GATC) Rules, 2025, expanding the scope of Government Approved Test Centres to include 18 categories of measuring instruments. This initiative aims to enhance consumer protection, improve accuracy in measurements, and promote public-private partnerships in verification processes. The