Barcode Registration
Barcode Registration made easy with CASYST expert assistance.
A barcode gives every product a unique global identity, and is required by most large retailers and online marketplaces. In India, barcodes are issued by GS1 India. CASYST helps you apply for the right number of barcodes and get listed on the platforms that require them.
What is Barcode Registration?
A barcode encodes a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) that identifies your product uniquely worldwide. GS1 India allots the company prefix and the barcodes, and membership is renewed periodically.
The number of barcodes you need depends on how many product variants you sell, because each variant, such as size or colour, usually needs its own code.
Who needs Barcode Registration?
- Manufacturers and brand owners
- Sellers listing on Amazon, Flipkart and other marketplaces
- Retail and supermarket suppliers
- Exporters shipping packaged goods
Benefits of Barcode Registration
Marketplace ready
Most platforms require GTINs to list your products.
Retail acceptance
Supermarkets and distributors scan barcodes at every stage.
Inventory control
Barcodes make stock tracking faster and more accurate.
Global uniqueness
GTINs are recognised across countries.
Brand protection
Registered GTINs help prevent duplication and mislabelling.
Eligibility
- Manufacturers, brand owners, importers and marketplace sellers can apply
- A registered business with PAN and bank account
- Product details for each variant needing a barcode
- A membership plan that fits the number of barcodes needed
Documents required
- PAN of the business
- GST registration certificate where applicable
- Certificate of incorporation, partnership deed or proprietor proof
- Cancelled cheque and bank details
- Details of products and number of variants
- Trademark or brand details if available
Barcode Registration process
- 1Step 1
Estimate barcodes needed
We help you count the product variants and choose the right membership plan.
- 2Step 2
Prepare documents
We gather and verify your business documents.
- 3Step 3
Apply with GS1 India
We submit the application and pay the fee.
- 4Step 4
Receive the company prefix
GS1 allots your company prefix and barcode numbers.
- 5Step 5
Generate barcodes
We help you create barcode images for your packaging.
- 6Step 6
Renew membership
We remind you before your annual renewal.
After you get your barcodes
- Print the barcodes on packaging and labels
- Use the correct barcode for each product variant
- Renew the GS1 membership on time
- Add new barcodes when you launch new products
- Update marketplace listings with the barcode numbers
Types of barcodes
1D barcodes
Linear codes such as EAN-13 used on retail products.
2D barcodes
QR and data-matrix codes that store more information.
GS1 barcode vs free barcode generator
| Point | GS1 barcode | Free generator |
|---|---|---|
| Global uniqueness | Yes | No |
| Marketplace acceptance | Widely accepted | Often rejected |
| Cost | Paid membership | Free |
Why barcodes matter for e-commerce
Marketplace listing
Platforms ask for a GTIN for each product.
Inventory
Faster stock counting and tracking.
Retail supply
Required by large retailers and distributors.
Validity and renewal
GS1 membership is annual and must be renewed to keep your company prefix active. We remind you before the renewal date.
Industries that need barcodes
- Retail and FMCG
- Apparel and footwear
- Electronics and appliances
- Pharma and healthcare
- Books and stationery
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Barcode Registration cost
Our Barcode Registration package starts from ₹8,499. Government fees, stamp duty and other statutory charges are separate and depend on your state and the exact filing involved. We give you a clear, itemised quote before we start, with no hidden charges.
Get a QuoteBarcode Registration checklist
- Estimate barcodes needed
- Prepare documents
- Apply with GS1 India
- Receive the company prefix
- Generate barcodes
- Renew membership
Frequently asked questions
Most marketplaces require a valid GTIN, and GS1 barcodes are widely accepted.
One for each product variant, for example every size or colour.
Membership must be renewed periodically to keep the numbers active.
Marketplaces prefer GS1-issued numbers because they are globally unique.
Not always, but it helps on some marketplaces and for brand protection.
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