Legal Metrology Director Nomination Under Section 49, Done Right
Nominate one responsible director for Legal Metrology matters — and keep the rest of your board out of the line of fire. We draft the board resolution and the director’s consent, prepare the notice in the prescribed format, file it online with the Department of Consumer Affairs and track the nomination certificate.
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Legal Metrology Director Nomination (Section 49) in brief
Who it applies to, what it costs, how long it takes and which law governs it — before the details.
Under Section 49(1) of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, when a company commits an offence, every person in charge of and responsible for its business can be proceeded against. Section 49(2) lets a company authorise one of its directors to take the steps needed to prevent offences and give notice to the Director, Controller or authorised Legal Metrology officer — with the director’s written consent — that this director is the person responsible. The notice follows Rule 29 and the Thirteenth Schedule of the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, and is filed online through the Department of Consumer Affairs portal.
- Professional Fee
- Custom quote
- Governing Law
- Legal Metrology Act 2009, S.49
- Rules
- LM (General) Rules 2011, Rule 29
- Format
- Thirteenth Schedule notice
- Filed With
- Director (LM) / Controller
- Mode
- Online (DoCA portal)
- Key Documents
- Board resolution & consent
- Validity
- Until withdrawn or ceased
- Act
- Legal Metrology Act, 2009 — Section 49
- Rules
- Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011 — Rule 29
- Format
- Thirteenth Schedule notice
- Authority
- Director (LM), DoCA / State Controllers
- Mode
- Online nomination facility
- Last Reviewed
- 23 Sep 2026
What Is Legal Metrology Director Nomination (Section 49)?
A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.
It is a formal notice telling Legal Metrology authorities which director of your company is responsible for complying with the Act. Once accepted, that director is treated as the person responsible, instead of every person in charge of the business.
Section 49(1) of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 makes every person in charge of and responsible for a company’s business liable when the company commits an offence, subject to due-diligence defences. Section 49(2) allows a company to authorise any of its directors to prevent offences and to give notice, in the prescribed form and manner and with the director’s written consent, nominating that director as responsible. Rule 29 of the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, with the Thirteenth Schedule, prescribes the notice. A company with different establishments or branches can nominate different persons for each.
The notice is given to the Director of Legal Metrology (Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India), the Controller of Legal Metrology, or an authorised Legal Metrology officer. The Department of Consumer Affairs provides an online facility for nominating directors under Section 49.
Under Section 49(3), the nominated person remains responsible until the company withdraws the notice, the person ceases to be a director, or the person requests in writing that the nomination be cancelled — so the nomination has no fixed expiry but must be updated when these events occur.
Is This Service Right for You?
Ideal for
- Manufacturers and packers of pre-packaged commodities
- Importers of packaged goods and of weights & measures
- E-commerce sellers and marketplaces dealing in packaged products
- Manufacturers and dealers of weighing & measuring instruments
- FMCG, food, electronics and consumer brands with multiple units
- Companies with branches or plants in several States
You may need this if
- You want Legal Metrology liability focused on one responsible director
- Your company holds LMPC, importer or manufacturer registrations
- The nominated director has resigned or ceased to be a director
- You have opened a new plant, warehouse or branch
- An inspector has asked who is responsible for compliance
- You want branch-wise responsibility for different establishments
Not sure if you need this?
Talk to an Expert →Why Should a Company Nominate a Director Under Section 49?
Without a nomination, Legal Metrology prosecutions can name everyone in charge of the business. A nomination makes responsibility clear. Here is why it matters.
Talk to a Legal Metrology Expert →Focused Liability
Responsibility for Legal Metrology offences rests with the nominated director rather than every person in charge of the business.
Clear Compliance Owner
One accountable director drives labelling, registrations, verification and inspections across the company.
Branch-Wise Flexibility
Companies with several establishments or branches can nominate different persons for each, matching real operational control.
Recognised by the Act
The nomination is a statutory mechanism under Section 49(2), filed in the prescribed format with the authorities.
Smoother Inspections
Inspectors and Controllers know whom to contact, which helps resolve notices and queries faster.
Protects Independent Directors
Directors not involved in day-to-day operations are better protected when a responsible director is on record.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Custom quote for your case
Fees depend on your business type and scope. Get a clear, itemised quote upfront — no hidden professional charges, government fee billed at actuals.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility checklist
- The nominee is a director of the company (or partner, in a firm)
- The nominee consents in writing to the nomination
- A board resolution authorising the nominee
- Details of the establishments or branches the nominee will be responsible for
- DIN, PAN, address and contact details of the nominee
- An authorised signatory to file the notice online
Everything You Need. One Professional Team.
Structure Advice
Decide whether one nomination or branch-wise nominations suit your plants and warehouses.
Board Resolution
Draft the board resolution authorising the director under Section 49(2).
Consent Letter
Draft the nominee director’s written consent in the required wording.
Thirteenth Schedule Notice
Prepare the notice with the nominee’s name, address and particulars.
Online Filing
File the nomination through the Department of Consumer Affairs portal and track it.
State Intimations
Advise where State Controllers of Legal Metrology should also be informed.
Certificate Handover
Hand over the nomination acknowledgement or certificate for your records.
Change Management
Replace or withdraw the nomination when the director resigns or roles change.
What You’ll Receive
What Documents Are Required for a Section 49 Nomination?
The nomination rests on a board resolution and the director’s written consent. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely over WhatsApp or email.
Company Documents
Who is nominating- Certificate of Incorporation and PAN of the company
- GST registration of the company
- Existing Legal Metrology registrations (LMPC, importer, licences), if any
- List of establishments / branches with addresses
Board Approval
Authority for the nomination- Certified copy of the board resolution
- Resolution signed as required by the company and the nominee
- Authorisation of the signatory filing online
- List of current directors
Nominee Director
Who is responsible- Written consent of the nominee director
- DIN and PAN of the nominee
- Residential address and ID proof
- Mobile number and e-mail of the nominee
Consent is essential
Section 49(2) requires the nominated director’s written consent. A nomination without it is not effective.
Branch-wise nomination
A company with different establishments or branches may nominate different persons for each; each is responsible for their establishment or branch.
Update on resignation
The nomination ends when the nominee ceases to be a director. File a fresh nomination promptly so there is no gap.
Firms count as companies
For Section 49, a company includes a firm or other association of individuals, and a partner is treated as a director.
Don’t have all the documents?
We’ll identify what your case needs →How to Nominate a Director Under Section 49 (Step by Step)
The nomination is filed online through the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Legal Metrology facility.
Consultation
We review your Legal Metrology registrations, establishments and board to recommend the nomination structure.
Board resolution
Draft and help pass the board resolution authorising the nominee director.
Consent & notice
Obtain the nominee’s written consent and prepare the notice in the Thirteenth Schedule format.
Online filing
File the nomination through the Department of Consumer Affairs online facility with the supporting documents.
Review & queries
Track the application and answer any clarifications from the Legal Metrology authority.
Nomination on record
Hand over the acknowledgement or certificate and set a reminder to update it on any change.
How Long Does a Director Nomination Take?
| Stage | Expected Time |
|---|---|
| Structure advice, board resolution & consent | Depends on board meeting timing |
| Notice preparation & online filing | Filed once documents are signed |
| Review & nomination record | Subject to departmental processing |
The main dependency is passing the board resolution and getting the nominee’s signed consent. After filing, processing depends on the Legal Metrology authority and on how quickly any clarifications are answered.
Key Dates — At a Glance
| Frequency | What Is Due |
|---|---|
| Event-Based | File a fresh nomination if the nominee ceases to be a director · Withdraw or change the nomination by notice when roles change · Add nominations for new establishments or branches |
| Annually | Confirm the nomination still matches the board · Review Legal Metrology registrations and renewals · Brief the nominee on compliance status |
| Ongoing | Maintain label, declaration and verification compliance · Keep records ready for inspections · Respond to notices through the nominee |
| Regulatory | Track Legal Metrology amendments and notifications · Follow changes under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 · Update internal policies accordingly |
Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.
Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue
Doing It Yourself
- Interpret Section 49 and Rule 29 yourself
- Draft a resolution and consent that meet the format
- Decide on single or branch-wise nominations alone
- Navigate the online nomination facility
- Answer clarifications from the authority
- Remember to re-nominate when directors change
- Risk a gap where every officer stays exposed
With TaxClue
- Nomination structure advised upfront
- Resolution and consent drafted correctly
- Thirteenth Schedule notice prepared
- Online filing handled for you
- Clarifications answered by our team
- Changes tracked when directors move
- Compliance checklist for the nominee
Skip the guesswork.
Let an expert handle it →What happens next
Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application
TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.
What Compliance Applies After the Nomination?
Event-Based
- File a fresh nomination if the nominee ceases to be a director
- Withdraw or change the nomination by notice when roles change
- Add nominations for new establishments or branches
Annually
- Confirm the nomination still matches the board
- Review Legal Metrology registrations and renewals
- Brief the nominee on compliance status
Ongoing
- Maintain label, declaration and verification compliance
- Keep records ready for inspections
- Respond to notices through the nominee
Regulatory
- Track Legal Metrology amendments and notifications
- Follow changes under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026
- Update internal policies accordingly
Penalties & Consequences
What is at stake if you do not comply
- Without a nomination, every person in charge of the business can be proceeded against
- A lapsed nomination after a resignation leaves a gap in responsibility
- Nomination without written consent is not effective
- Branches left uncovered where operational control differs
Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2022: The Legal Metrology (General) Amendment Rules, 2022 revised the nomination provisions and the Thirteenth Schedule format.
- Apr 2026: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 rationalises penalties under the Legal Metrology Act, including improvement notices for certain first offences.
Why Businesses Choose TaxClue
CA / CS Team
Company secretaries who draft board resolutions and handle director-level compliance every day.
Legal Metrology Know-How
We connect the nomination with your LMPC, importer and labelling obligations.
Always Updated
We track Legal Metrology rules, portal changes and penalty reforms.
Fully Online
Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.
Transparent Fees
A clear quote upfront — government fees, if any, at actuals, zero hidden charges.
Change Support
Fresh nominations and withdrawals handled as your board changes.
Your Documents Deserve Professional Care
- Director and company documents handled under confidentiality
- Access limited to the team working on your file
- Communication over secure digital channels
- Documents retained only as long as needed for compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is director nomination under the Legal Metrology Act?
Why should a company nominate a director?
Is director nomination mandatory?
Which rule and format apply?
Where is the nomination filed?
What documents are needed?
Can different directors be nominated for different branches?
Can an officer who is not a director be nominated?
Do partnerships and LLPs need this too?
How long does a nomination remain valid?
What happens if the nominated director resigns?
Does nomination protect other directors completely?
Is there a government fee for nomination?
Does the nomination replace LMPC or other registrations?
What changed under the Jan Vishwas Act, 2026?
Official Sources & Legal References
Every regulatory detail on this page is drawn from primary law and official government sources. Verify them directly:
- Legal Metrology — Department of Consumer AffairsLists the online service for nominating a director under Section 49
- Legal Metrology Act, 2009 — India CodeFull text of the Act, including Section 49 on offences by companies
- DoCA — online director nomination facility (Section 49)The Department of Consumer Affairs application for nominating a company director under Section 49
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