India’s jewellery industry is preparing for an evening that aims to bring business leaders, retailers, manufacturers, designers, craftsmen, entrepreneurs and innovators under one roof. As the sector continues to evolve through technology, branding and changing consumer preferences, the India International Jewellery Awards (IIJA) 2026 is preparing to spotlight the people and businesses shaping its future.
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The inaugural edition of IIJA 2026 has already received an overwhelming industry response, with around 200 nominations across various award categories. The event, an initiative of the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) and Tefla’s, will be held on Friday, October 2, 2026, at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, Mumbai.
Conceived around the theme “A Global Celebration of Jewellery Excellence,” the awards will bring together leading jewellery houses, national and regional retailers, manufacturers, designers, craftsmen, innovators, entrepreneurs, technology companies and other industry leaders representing different parts of the jewellery value chain.
IIJA 2026 to Present 50 Honours Across Six Shades of Brilliance
At the centre of the event will be 50 honours, organised under six broad themes collectively described as “Six Shades of Brilliance.”
These include:
- The Business of Brilliance
- India Shines
- The Makers of Magic
- Craft Without Boundaries
- The People Changing the Game
- Icons, Legends & Legacy
The awards will recognise achievements across a wide range of segments within the jewellery industry. Categories include Jewellery Company and Brand of the Year, National and Regional Retailers, Manufacturer of the Year, Bridal Jewellery, Mangalsutra, Temple Jewellery, Antique & Heritage Jewellery, Jewellery Masterpieces, Fusion Jewellery, Gold Chain & Lightweight Jewellery, Silver Jewellery, Jewellery Design, Innovation, Young and Women Entrepreneurship, Platinum Jewellery, Industry Leadership, Heritage & Legacy and Lifetime Achievement, among others.
The objective is to recognise the entire jewellery ecosystem, covering business performance and regional excellence alongside craftsmanship, innovation, entrepreneurship and long-term industry contributions.
IIJA 2026 to Combine Awards with Business Thought Leadership
The event is being positioned as more than a conventional awards ceremony. IIJA 2026 will combine industry recognition, business thought leadership, technology, glamour, celebrity participation and entertainment as part of a single evening.
Awards will be presented by a distinguished mix of industry leaders, eminent personalities and celebrities. The programme will culminate in a celebration bringing together award winners, industry icons, jury members, partners and celebrities under the event’s central thought:
“One Industry. One Stage. One IIJA.”
Harish Bijoor to Deliver Special Business Keynote
A key feature of the evening will be a special business keynote by renowned Brand Guru Harish Bijoor, Founder of Harish Bijoor Consults Inc.
His keynote, titled “The Golden Power of Brand India: Heritage, Technology & Global Ambition,” will examine how India can combine its deep jewellery heritage and craftsmanship with technology, branding, scale and global ambition.
The session will focus on the potential for India to develop some of the world’s leading jewellery brands by connecting its traditional strengths with modern technology and global business opportunities.
IGM India Gold Metaverse Joins as Title Partner
IGM – India Gold Metaverse has joined IIJA 2026 as the Title Partner, bringing a strong technology-focused dimension to the event.
With its defining philosophy “Gold Is Technology,” IGM’s association reflects the convergence of gold, technology, innovation and the expanding digital ecosystem.
The partnership aligns with IIJA’s broader vision of celebrating India’s established jewellery heritage while recognising the technological and digital transformation shaping the industry’s future.
Major Industry Partners Support IIJA 2026
The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 is supported by several prominent organisations from the jewellery, bullion and precious-metals ecosystem.
Royal Chain Limited is the Powered By Partner, while Malabar Group is the Sustainability Partner.
Other partners include:
- Safari Bullion – Bullion App Partner
- World Gold Council – Knowledge Partner
- Swarn Shilp – Craftsmanship Partner
- CB Chains – Bronze Partner
The event also has media associations with Gold & Precious Metals Outlook (GPM) and Gold Price Today.
Around 1,000 Guests Expected at Mumbai Event
Approximately 1,000 guests from across the jewellery and precious-metals ecosystem are expected to attend the event.
The evening will feature a specially created arrival and networking environment, along with a red-carpet experience and media interactions. The awards programme will be combined with high-level entertainment and celebrity participation.
The event is expected to bring together jewellery businesses and professionals from across the value chain, creating an opportunity for industry leaders, award nominees, winners, partners and other stakeholders to interact at one platform.
IIJA Aims to Become a Long-Term Industry Institution
For IBJA and Tefla’s, the India International Jewellery Awards is being envisioned as more than a single awards evening. The organisers see IIJA as the beginning of a long-term institution for India’s jewellery fraternity, designed to celebrate the diversity, enterprise, craftsmanship and people behind one of the country’s most dynamic industries.
The spirit of the event is reflected in its defining theme:
The Night India Shines
The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 will take place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, Mumbai, bringing together the jewellery industry for an evening focused on excellence, recognition, innovation, craftsmanship, leadership and legacy.
About Tefla’s
With more than three decades of experience, Tefla’s is an established creator and curator of high-impact business platforms in India. The organisation brings together industry leadership, market intelligence, global networking and prestigious recognition through its various initiatives.
Its portfolio includes influential properties such as Globoil India, along with conferences, exhibitions, leadership forums and awards. Through these platforms, Tefla’s has built long-standing connections between businesses, policymakers, thought leaders and global stakeholders.
With the India International Jewellery Awards, Tefla’s brings its experience in content, industry engagement and business platforms to create a new recognition platform focused on the excellence, enterprise, craftsmanship and leadership of India’s jewellery industry.
About India Bullion and Jewellers Association
Established in 1919, the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) has a 107-year legacy and is recognised as an apex industry body representing India’s bullion and jewellery ecosystem.
Over more than a century, IBJA has developed significant institutional credibility and industry reach. Its gold and silver rates are widely used as important benchmarks in the Indian bullion market.
IBJA’s association with IIJA brings the awards platform the strength of a century-old institution, extensive industry connections and a long-standing commitment to advancing and recognising excellence across India’s bullion and jewellery sector.
FAQ’s
1. What are the India International Jewellery Awards 2026?
The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 are a new industry recognition platform initiated by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association and Tefla’s to celebrate achievements across India’s jewellery ecosystem, including businesses, craftsmanship, innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership and industry legacy.
2. How many nominations have been received for IIJA 2026?
The inaugural edition of the India International Jewellery Awards has received around 200 nominations across different award categories, with participation from stakeholders representing major segments of the jewellery value chain.
3. What areas will be recognised at the India International Jewellery Awards 2026?
IIJA 2026 will recognise a broad range of achievements, including jewellery brands and companies, retailers, manufacturing, bridal and traditional jewellery, design, innovation, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, platinum and silver jewellery, industry leadership, heritage and lifetime achievement.
4. Who is the Title Partner of IIJA 2026?
IGM – India Gold Metaverse is the Title Partner of the India International Jewellery Awards 2026. Its association brings a technology and digital focus to the event under its philosophy, “Gold Is Technology,” highlighting the connection between gold, innovation and the evolving digital ecosystem.
5. When and where will the India International Jewellery Awards 2026 take place?
The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 will be held on Friday, October 2, 2026, at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake in Mumbai. Approximately 1,000 guests from the jewellery and precious-metals ecosystem are expected to attend the event.
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