Seeks to amend the Central Excise Rules, 2002 in relation to articles of jewellery or parts of articles of jewellery or both, falling under heading 7113 of the First Schedule to the Central Excise Tariff Act, 1985 (5 of 1986) - 35/2016 - Central Excise - Non Tariff

India Amends Central Excise Rules: Changes to Rules 8 & 12 for Jewellery, New Compliance for Precious Metals.

The Government of India, through the Ministry of Finance, has issued Notification No. 35/2016 to amend the Central Excise Rules, 2002, specifically concerning articles of jewellery under heading 7113 of the Central Excise Tariff Act, 1985. Key amendments include changes to Rule 8 and Rule 12, affecting the filing and content of quarterly returns for certain excisable goods. Additionally, Rule 12AA has been revised to require registration and compliance for persons involved in producing or manufacturing articles of precious metals under heading 7114 on a job work basis. These amendments are effective upon publication in the Official Gazette.