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The legal aspects of owning, shooting, importing arms/ ammo and other related legal aspects as well as any other legal queries. Please note: This INCLUDES all arms licensing issues/ queries!
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Please sign change.org petition and share far and wide
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mundaire » Tue Nov 05, 2019 9:44 pm
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Humble request to share as far and wide as possible.
Regards,
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While petitions can help raise awareness, they don’t always result in immediate, tangible change. To drive significant impact, consider engaging in...
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Thu Sep 12, 2024 4:09 pm
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Fri Aug 16, 2024 7:10 pm
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Info regarding Arms Rules 2015 - Message from NAGRI
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mundaire » Thu Jan 21, 2016 6:38 pm
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Important information regarding Arms Rules 2015
Dear Friends,
We are writing to solicit your support in ensuring that the upcoming the ARMS RULES...
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This strategy could effectively amplify our voice and potentially create meaningful change. By utilizing digital platforms and social media, we can...
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Tue Nov 07, 2023 1:25 pm
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Tue Sep 06, 2016 5:27 pm
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Expected code of conduct - MODIFIED
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mundaire » Wed Mar 28, 2007 4:27 pm
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Hi All,
Based on feedback from the membership, as well as much deliberations amongst the moderators here, we have decided to make some (rather...
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I have posted a few times, but no proper introduction. So, I am going to do that now with a set of pictures to boot! :)
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Last post by caracass77
Sat Jul 26, 2014 3:25 pm
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Importing Arms & Ammo into India
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by penpusher » Sat Dec 09, 2006 1:41 pm
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Arms Act,1959
10. Licence for import and export of arms, etc.
(1) No person shall bring into, or take out of, India by sea, land or air any arms or...
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Which calibre of Dessert Eagle, .357 and 44 Mag aren’t prohibited in India, 9mm falls into prohibited category!
As per 2016 arms act, in pistols...
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Last post by Deepraj patil1616
Tue Dec 31, 2024 10:21 am
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Applying for an Arms License in India
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mundaire » Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:36 pm
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Applying for an Arms License in India
THE OFFICIAL PROCEDURE IS AS FOLLOWS:-
1. An application for the grant of license shall be made to the...
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Sadly you already got the answer: -
pistol licence cannot be issued without a higher source or monetary consideration.
I am in my 6th year of...
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Last post by WhoCantBeNamed
Thu Nov 07, 2024 11:00 pm
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Exemption from depositing Arms during elections
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mundaire » Tue Mar 24, 2009 10:18 pm
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I have found out that the exemption from deposit of firearms during elections isn't just for NRAI members but for members of State Rifle Associations...
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There is an order of the Allahabad High Court which says that if the licence was obtained for personal safety, then the weapon need not be...
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Last post by brijesh
Sun Sep 08, 2024 4:33 pm
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All India Endorsement
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cherian.k.k » Sat Mar 10, 2007 9:58 am
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hello all of u
i would like to know how i can change my licence to all india from state. what are the rules? some one told if i am a prize winner in...
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Hi,
Going off topic here but could anyone confirm which form is to be filled for grant on second weapon on the license. Form A1 or B2??
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Last post by amirzubair
Sat Nov 04, 2023 6:39 pm
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Prohibited Bore calibres & firearms
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mundaire » Thu Sep 28, 2006 7:21 am
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Prohibited Bores
What constitutes a PB calibre under law:
(a) Bolt action or semi-automatic rifles of either .303 (British) or 7.62 mm (NATO)...
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Anyone know Procedure to surrender Prohibited bore license
First get permission/ NOC to sell weapon/s. Then sell the weapon and get it deleted from...
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Last post by Vineet
Sun Jan 12, 2020 8:33 am
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Last post by nagarifle
Sat Jun 24, 2017 12:21 pm
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Do airguns need a license?
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desperadoxx » Thu Sep 13, 2007 4:56 pm
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Hello Everyone.. This is my first post after registering in this forum. :). I have a question... Do we need a valid arms license to own a .22 Cal Air...
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i think the whole discussion has to change its flow after the arms rule 2016.i am from West bengal and was a proud owner of a .22 air rifle,but today...
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Last post by krishh
Wed Feb 01, 2017 6:40 pm
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NOTIFICATIONS
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nagarifle » Wed Oct 21, 2009 5:46 pm
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For some time now it’s been on my mind that when we discuss anything legal related we often than not say things without proving what we are saying,...
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Not all that old a list since it contains some fairly recent cartridges. Overall, a monument to the ignorance of the person(s) who compiled it.
Hi...
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Last post by ankur_ank007
Fri Jun 12, 2015 7:17 pm
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Arms Act 1959 and Arms Rules 1962
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mundaire » Fri Mar 30, 2007 7:00 pm
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FYI - you can find the complete (bare act) Indian Arms Act 1959 and Arms Rules of 1962 HERE >>
HTH
Cheers!
Abhijeet...
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Thank you Abhijeet, for making it easy for the rest of us, I liked the Intro,
Anand
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Last post by Anand
Sun Apr 05, 2015 12:12 pm
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All india validity of arms license issued by J&K
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Akhtar » Wed Feb 10, 2010 1:16 pm
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Dear Sir,
One of my friend recently obtained a NPB .32 pistol license from J&K with all India permit. Now he is residing in Jharkhand state. Inspite...
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Only way to check authenticity is by visiting the arms branch there. There is no online system to check.
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Last post by Vineet
Tue Mar 25, 2025 8:48 am
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Thu Mar 20, 2025 12:09 am
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Sat Mar 15, 2025 2:21 pm
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Existing IHP 0.22 air rifle in light of new Arms Rule
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by ankur_ank007 » Thu Jul 14, 2022 4:23 pm
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Hello All,
As many of you may know, I already own an IHP break barrel 0.22 air rifle which is at my residence in Ahmedabad.
I am currently residing...
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I finally received my AL...
you may be the first Indian getting AL for Airgun...Great (y) :cheers:
True, but the tricky part is that any airgun...
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Last post by ankur_ank
Thu Mar 13, 2025 8:32 pm
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Training certificate for arms licence
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Peacefulguns » Sat Jun 13, 2020 4:31 pm
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Hi folks. Some information urgently needed. A friend just received his licence from the Patna DM. But they are not endorsing his father's weapon on...
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price for tranning certificate
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Last post by KRISHNA SHA
Sat Mar 08, 2025 8:07 pm
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Delhi Arms License Renewal?
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rahul098 » Sat Mar 01, 2025 5:18 pm
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Hi
I am from delhi. My Gun License expires on 1st May, 2025. Today 1st March 2025, I tried to fill the online renewal form on delhi police...
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Ideally this excerise should be done at least 6 months in advance.
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Last post by pgupta
Sun Mar 02, 2025 9:06 pm
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REMOVING CURIOS FROM GUN LICENSE
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sherkhaan09 » Mon Mar 29, 2021 12:16 pm
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Arms Amendment Rules 2020 states that weapons over 50 years old can be held without License.
If we have three weapons on our license and one or more...
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Does anyone have an update to this issue of removing curios from their gun license?
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Last post by timmy
Mon Feb 24, 2025 1:48 am
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Suggestions and Guidance Needed
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Helpneeded » Fri Feb 14, 2025 3:34 pm
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My dad passed away 3 years back. Due to some reasons, we only submitted the riffle when police came to our house to collect it a year back. Now,...
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Now, according to the police, we cannot apply for transfer of licence to legal heir since it's too late.
There is no such time limit specified in...
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Last post by Vineet
Fri Feb 14, 2025 9:47 pm
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Can Gun Dealers buy & sell prohibited arms & ammunation?
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Karan13121999 » Fri May 01, 2020 9:42 pm
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I was reading the arms & ammunition act. The Form 8 (Viii) says that it allows gun dealers to buy, sell & test weapons of category 1(b), 1(c) & 3....
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Dear Sirs,
Any lead where I could purchase .38 S&W rounds in Delhi.
I have a licences, 1927 .38 Webley & Scot.
Looking at Delhi NCR
Regards
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Last post by Anty
Fri Feb 14, 2025 5:01 pm
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Last post by swajan
Sat Feb 01, 2025 8:02 pm
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Joining a Local Rifle Club Training Programme to ease obtaining a handgun license?
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Som23 » Tue Oct 31, 2023 6:05 pm
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Hello good people. I want to keep a handgun (Eyeing the Atal 32x or something similar of .32 ACP bore) for personal safety. I have joined our Local...
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Training certificate issued by State police will be needed or your club should be affiliated to NRAI. If affiliated to NTAI, then merely being there...
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Last post by king220477
Thu Jan 16, 2025 1:00 am
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de commissioning a firearm
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bangbang » Wed Mar 15, 2023 6:00 pm
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hello,
i have inherited a 12 gauge shotgun ( german deco) that i wish to have permanently destroyed in punjab. kindly advise what is the procedure,
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I am curious about decommissioning of a shotgun. The gun is of great emotional value to me but I want to buy something of a more reliable nature. I...
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Last post by gb123
Sat Jan 11, 2025 5:32 pm
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How to Register UIN for Arms
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SHINDE D N » Sun Oct 08, 2017 3:41 pm
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Please tell me how to register UIN for Arms License
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When I get UN number of gun licence of 12 bore licence number
Contact your local licensing authorities.-Moderator
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Last post by Santu Mukherjee
Sun Jan 05, 2025 12:10 pm
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Sat Jan 04, 2025 2:27 am
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Bringing Firearm and Ammunition from Australia to India
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Gurjeet sandhu » Tue Jul 16, 2024 5:21 pm
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Hi I have Australian firearm license and want to bring rifle with me, does
any one know procedure or do I need any permission from Delhi...
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Yes you can apply for license in India under NRI quota.
But if you have Australian firearm licence for more than 2 years then it will be more easily...
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Last post by avi88
Mon Dec 30, 2024 5:33 am
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OCI license
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Saksham » Tue Nov 19, 2024 5:01 am
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Hi All
Has anyone been successful in getting a gun license under the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) category under the family heirloom rules. What...
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It shouldn’t be very hard under family heirloom category!
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Last post by avi88
Mon Dec 30, 2024 5:27 am
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Can aspiring shooter apply for self defense weapon
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PINPOINT » Mon Dec 23, 2024 5:42 pm
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Can aspiring shooter apply for self defense weapon
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Yeah, totally! If you're looking to get a self-defense weapon, it's usually best to check the laws in your area. Some places have specific...
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Last post by Knifologist
Fri Dec 27, 2024 2:39 am
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Applying for the License
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WhoCantBeNamed » Thu Nov 29, 2018 1:43 pm
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Hello everyone, I am a resident of Meerut, UP, about to apply for an Arms License for first time for Handguns(revolver/Pistol) . Have obtained all...
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Updated the post:
So after 5 years file has finally reached DM office. Was wondering what should be the next approach now? Meet Aslah Babu first or...
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Last post by WhoCantBeNamed
Sat Dec 07, 2024 3:26 pm
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Licence Renewal for 75 years old.
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sandzz72 » Sun Sep 29, 2024 10:11 pm
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My uncle who has had an Arms Licence for the past 50 years will be turning 75 next year April. When he renewed his Licence last time from Collector...
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Mk621...Can you please send the relevant clause or provision from the Arms Act ?
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Last post by Pradyumna
Mon Oct 28, 2024 5:43 pm
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Getting a Gun Temporarily to India by an Overseas Citizens of India.
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captrakshitsharma » Tue Jun 04, 2024 1:07 pm
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What are the latest regulations for an NRI , An OCI or a Foreign citizen to get a weapon temporarily for self defence or sport ( shooting sport not...
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Dear Friend,
Almost impossible for sports category license, a small chance for self defence but only if you have a huge influence in the Government....
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Last post by chicky
Thu Oct 24, 2024 6:52 pm
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Medical certificate - Need advice, newbie here.
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ritwik » Sat Jul 27, 2024 3:00 am
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Hello everyone,
Hope everyone is doing well. After lurking here for a few years i have finally decided to apply for a shotgun gun licence. This is...
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Okay, thank you all.
Hope the DM gives me the licence, fingers crossed.
Any updates on your progress, sir?
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Last post by WhoCantBeNamed
Wed Oct 02, 2024 7:01 pm
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procedure to add an additional weapon in licence
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karmveer » Wed Mar 13, 2013 7:21 pm
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If i Have an Handgun in self defense ground and I wish to carry rifle in sport quota then what to do ?
will again fill up form to obtain permission...
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:agree:
but what is the procedure
Few days ago I visited ADM office to get permission to endorse an additional self protection weapon .32 bore...
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Last post by Auram Dev
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Sun Sep 08, 2024 4:19 pm
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Request opinion and advise
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pgupta » Fri Aug 23, 2024 12:39 am
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I have got a double barrel shotgun through transfer/inheritance basis from my father, and it's a old one and I was wondering if the following can be...
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It should be noted that shotgun performance depends on the powders used. Faster burning powders are consumed in shorter barrels whereas slower...
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Last post by pgupta
Mon Aug 26, 2024 7:06 am
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Exporting Gun from India
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sugill » Wed Nov 07, 2018 2:01 am
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Hello, I'm new to IFG and I need help.
What is the best and easiest way to export a gun from India?
Is there a trustworthy dealer that can do this...
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ANy luck Sam? on figuring out the procedure.
I am in the same boat with my grandfathers rifle.
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Last post by nr1215
Mon Aug 26, 2024 5:11 am
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American visiting India - bringing sidearm with me
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BalaramDas » Thu Apr 20, 2023 8:43 pm
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Hello, my name is Brendon, I will be leaving for India in May to Chittorgarh Rajasthan. I am going to visit family that live there. I want to know...
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How did it go? Were you able to process the application and finally carry it on your trip?
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Last post by Keku99
Sun Aug 11, 2024 7:03 pm
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Transfer of arms from Father to Son
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Optimus_PB » Wed Aug 14, 2013 2:44 am
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Hello Guys,
I stay in Thane(Maharashtra) My father owns a SBBL indian made field gun, licensed under Sports category(validity: Indian Union), he is...
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1) If your ancestor is alive and he is willing to allow YOU to inherit HIS weapon, he has to express his willingness in writing preferably on a 25/...
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Last post by Deepraj patil1616
Wed Jul 24, 2024 2:40 pm
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Ownership of Gun after death of Father
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slypotato09 » Fri Mar 22, 2024 10:40 am
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Hello Everyone,
I'm reaching out to the community for some guidance during a challenging time. Recently, my father tragically passed away from a...
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Hello Sir,
I hope you’re doing well. My name is Nilesh. Unfortunately, my father passed away in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. He owned a pistol...
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Last post by coolguynick
Wed Jul 03, 2024 12:30 pm
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Licence with nri status
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Gagn » Sun Jun 02, 2024 6:02 am
Hi guys, hope everyone is doing well. Just wanted to confirm with my gun licence. I had a gun licence in india which is expiring in 2028 and I...
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Last post by Gagn
Sun Jun 02, 2024 6:02 am
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Registration of licence with an outside licensing authority on change of address
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gwattal » Fri Mar 08, 2024 11:47 am
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Hi,
I came across the below information regarding legal requirements on change of address in the arms rules 2016 Page 143 para 17
It appears that...
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My experience transferring from Delhi to Noida has been that one has to have the license endorsed at the District Magistrate's office.
This is done...
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Last post by dev
Mon Mar 11, 2024 3:08 pm
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Importing an AEG Airsoft Metal Gun. Customs
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himalyandevil » Thu Jul 22, 2010 8:39 pm
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Hi,
I am very interested in airsoft guns & air rifles. Its really good that we get to feel & see what a state of the art, modern combat weapons feel...
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Hello everyone i am going to share my experience with importing 4 airsoft guns from tiger111hk in orderwise manner
1) first i imported cyma m4a1...
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Last post by Agam
Sun Feb 25, 2024 1:02 pm
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Arms License and Police Verification (Not Recommended)
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StampMaster » Wed Sep 16, 2015 11:41 pm
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Hello All,
Bureaucracy trouble as usual..
AL has been applied in district. Requirement was for a handgun for personal protection as my friend is in...
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in most of the cases their,comment is 'not recommended' very sad state of affairs.
if you grease their palms then only they recommended.
i have seen...
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Last post by drshamsherrana
Thu Feb 22, 2024 9:28 pm
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import law.any i dea
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dr.jayakumar » Sat Jan 08, 2011 9:49 pm
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as i am about to file a writ on importing weapons;can anyone post why were we banned to import guns after 1984?,on what grounds.was it operation blue...
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hey there, any updates? it's been a long time
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Last post by MKb 42
Fri Feb 09, 2024 8:38 pm
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Taxidermy import into India.
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R-Dhillon » Wed Mar 25, 2009 5:04 am
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Hey,
I was thinking of purchasing a deer trophy here in UK. Is it legal for me to bring it back to India? If it is, what do I do after buying it and...
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Some interesting information here, not sure how authentic it is.
/S
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Last post by snIPer
Tue Jan 30, 2024 4:05 pm
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Last post by ECHOFIGHTER
Thu Dec 14, 2023 7:48 pm
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Export Sporting Guns to India
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dostind » Sun Jul 30, 2023 8:44 pm
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How to export Sporting Guns to India, my friend is shooter, he is in India wants to take a gun from USA to India. How to do this?
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he a renowned shooter in India and wants to buy gun here and take guns to India.
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Last post by dostind
Sun Oct 29, 2023 8:37 am
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Legality of a 2-foot long stick during walk/hike
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GuidedKrinkov » Sun Oct 22, 2023 2:07 am
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I go on a 1-1.5 hour long walk almost every day, in a mixed-forest area, and a long 5-6 hour hike every Sunday.
I am kind of paranoid about...
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Don't worry Bro. Lathi or sticks are not under restrictions till the best of my knowledge.
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Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:34 pm
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