Barcode Registration: Apply for Barcode in India | GS1India (2024)

Register For GTINs For Products

Register with GS1 India to get GS1 barcode numbers (GTINs/EAN) for your products, on a renewal-based subscription. Barcode subscription fee is based on company turnover, number of barcodes, and subscription period.

While selecting the number of barcodes for registration, carefully consider your current as well as future requirements for barcodes.

Your barcode subscription includes access to our DataKart service (base version only) that allows you to allocate barcode number and manage all of your product data.

Barcode Registration: Apply for Barcode in India | GS1India (2024)

FAQs

Barcode Registration: Apply for Barcode in India | GS1India? ›

Barcode registration is not mandatory in India, but it is recommended for businesses that want to sell their products in retail stores or online marketplaces.

Is barcode registration mandatory in India? ›

Barcode registration is not mandatory in India, but it is recommended for businesses that want to sell their products in retail stores or online marketplaces.

How much does it cost to get a barcode in India? ›

Calculate Your Barcode Registration Fees For 1 Year
BarcodeRegistration FeeSecurity deposit
1-100410003000
1-1000435003000
1-10000465003000
1-100000510003000

Can I use barcode without registering? ›

Your barcode will still work in a retail environment without registering it, but if you want your product (or company) information to show up when searched, you will need to register your barcode. Visit International Barcodes Database for more information on registration.

How to get a barcode license? ›

Registration Process
  1. Applicant Company's PAN card or proprietor's PAN card for a proprietorship firm.
  2. Copy of balance sheet to substantiate your annual sales turnover.
  3. Letter on company letterhead requesting barcode allotment.
  4. Proof of status of the applicant company. ...
  5. Cancelled cheque copy of the company.

Who issues barcodes in India? ›

In India, GS1 India manages and issues barcodes for locally made products. These barcodes are accepted by major retailers and distributors all over the world. To obtain a GS1 barcode, the first step is to register with GS1 and obtain GTIN. It is a unique code given to a trade item or product.

Can I get my own barcode? ›

You can generate a barcode using a web based tool like our barcode generator on this page for free. To make a barcode, enter your email and the text or own data you want to appear when your barcode is scanned and click submit. Once you submit you will receive an email with your custom barcode attached and linked.

Which barcode is used in India? ›

EAN -13 – International Article Number which is now called the European Article Number is a 13-digit number used for barcodes in Europe, India, and other nations.

Do barcodes need to be registered? ›

Barcode registration on the International Barcodes Database is optional. However, it will increase the profile of your product on the internet.

How much does it cost to get a barcode license? ›

GS1 Company Prefix Pricing
Number of items needing a barcode/GTIN**Initial feeAnnual renewal fee
100$750$150
1,000$2,500$500
10,000$6,500$1,300
100,000$10,500$2,100
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Is a barcode compulsory in India? ›

Is Barcode registration compulsory? Barcode registration is not a government mandatory requirement. A retail barcode will work fine even without registration because stores enter the barcode number and link it to their billing or inventory software on an individual basis.

How to get gtin number in India? ›

A consumer product GTIN or barcode number is created by combining the GS1 Company Prefix licenced to you with a unique item reference.
  1. Depending upon the length of your company prefix you will allocate item reference for your product that contains a certain number of digits. ...
  2. The final 13th digit is a "Check Digit".

How do I get a barcode for my business? ›

A step-by-step guide to implementing a barcode system
  1. Choose a barcode type. There are two main types of barcodes: linear (or 1D) and 2D. ...
  2. Choose a barcode symbology. ...
  3. Get a barcode scanner. ...
  4. Generate your barcodes. ...
  5. Print your barcodes. ...
  6. Test your barcodes. ...
  7. Apply your barcodes. ...
  8. Track your barcodes.
Oct 7, 2022

Is a barcode a legal requirement? ›

Marking a product with a UPC barcode is not a legal requirement. It is a trading partner requirement, which means the company who is requiring a UPC barcode symbol on items being sold is responsible for ensuring UPC compliance.

Are barcodes mandatory? ›

It is standard for retailers to require all products they sell to display a unique product barcode for this purpose. If you want to keep selling your product through reputable retailers, we recommend that you put a barcode on it.

Is QR code mandatory in India? ›

Quick Summary

It is mandatory to have a signed QR code on e-invoices for GST verification. The app allows for quick authentication of invoice information. Taxpayers must adhere to e-invoicing regulations to avoid penalties.

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