A barcode is a series of vertical bars and spaces carrying information about the object to which it is attached in a machine readable format. This property of a barcode enables its use as an effective tool for automatic identification and data capture. As opposed to manual data entry, which is tedious and prone to inaccuracies, barcodes enable automatic data capture with 100% accuracy.

Four key features:

• Open: Used by organizations across industry throughout the world.
• Available in standard formats: Standard formats facilitate data updating and modification.
• Accurate: Low error rates – one error for millions of characters – and even these errors can be trapped by using a ‘check digit’ technique.
• Quick: Quicker data capture, as the simplest of scanners can read a barcode printed as per specification at one go.

The following documents are required to be submitted for allocation of GCP number:

• Registration form duly filled and signed along with the product classification.
• Copy of PAN card of the applicant company. In case of Proprietorship firm, copy of PAN card of the Proprietor.
• Proof of status of Applicant Company.
• For Proprietorship firm – copy of VAT Registration certificate
• For Partnership firm – copy of VAT Registration certificate/ Partnership deed.
• For Pvt. Ltd / Public Ltd etc– copy of ROC / ROS / MOA / VAT Registration certificate.
• Copy of your audited balance sheet as on 31st March, 2015 or latest.