Gem and Jewellery export Promotion Council

Overview

Official Name: Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)
Common Short Names: GJEPC
Type: Autonomous Body under Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Year Established: 1966
Campus Location: Headquarters in Mumbai, Maharashtra; Major regional office in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Approvals & Affiliations: Recognized by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Not an academic institution; hence, UGC/AICTE/NAAC accreditation does not apply.
Official Website: https://www.gjepc.org

Founder/Head: As an autonomous council, headed by a Chairman elected from industry members; Current Chairman details here.
Approximate Student Population: Not applicable; GJEPC is an export promotion body, not a teaching institution.
Departments/Faculties: Operates various industry promotion committees, training and skill development divisions.
Contact:
Phone: +91-22-2363 9634 / 6656 3777 (Mumbai HQ)
Email: info@gjepc.org
Address (Jaipur Office): 316, 3rd Floor, Dhan Mandi, Khatipura Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302012
Official Contact Page
NAAC Grade: Not applicable
Rankings: Not applicable as GJEPC is a government export promotion council, not an academic institution.

GJEPC facilitates skill development and training programs in gemology, jewellery design & manufacturing, and allied areas in collaboration with government and private institutes.
Major focus areas:
- Jewellery Designing & CAD Jewellery
- Diamond Grading and Sorting
- Valuation and Certification of Gems & Jewellery
- Polishing and Manufacturing Techniques
Programs are typically short-term courses ranging from a few weeks to months.
Mode: Mostly regular/on-campus; some workshops may be online or hybrid.
Specific detailed course structure and intake numbers are administered through training partners and skill centers endorsed by GJEPC.

Admission Mode: Direct enrollment through partnering skill institutes or GJEPC training centers.
Entrance Exams: Not applicable; admissions are merit or skill-based depending on the institute.
Important Dates: Vary by course and training partner; prospective candidates should visit GJEPC Education & Training for updates.
Application Process:
1. Visit official Education & Training section.
2. Identify suitable courses or partner institute.
3. Apply online/offline through the training institute as per their instructions.
4. Submit required documents and complete enrollment formalities.

Varies according to course; generally requires:
- Minimum 10th or 12th pass for entry-level skill courses
- Prior experience or qualifications for advanced design/management courses
Documents required:
- Educational certificates (10th/12th mark sheets)
- Proof of identity and address (Aadhar, Passport, etc.)
- Passport size photographs
- Other documents as specified by training institute

Course fees depend on the partnering institute; vocational training fees typically range from INR 10,000 to 1,00,000.
Fee heads include tuition, materials, certification charges; hostel fees depend on institute.
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Government schemes (Central and State) for skill training may apply
- Industry merit-based scholarships via GJEPC-led programs
- Reservations and concessions for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates may be available as per training partner norms
Official Education & Training Page

GJEPC assists in job placement and internships through industry linkages of the gem and jewellery sector.
Placement support mainly through facilitator role with export houses, manufacturing units, and design studios.
Placement Cell: Managed by GJEPC Skill Development Team; contact via official contacts.
Average salaries and placement percentages vary widely by course and region; formal published data not available.
Internship opportunities available in affiliated jewellery manufacturing and export companies.

GJEPC does not run educational campuses but supports infrastructure at partner institutes.
Facilities at training centers may include:
- Laboratories for gem testing and jewellery manufacturing
- CAD/CAM labs for jewellery designing
- Libraries with industry and training material
- Hostel/mess facilities depending on institute
- Wi-Fi and computer centers
Student clubs, seminars, and industry interaction events are promoted in collaboration with industry partners.

Faculty comprised of industry experts, certified gemologists, and design professionals engaged via partner institutes.
GJEPC promotes research and innovation in gem and jewellery technologies through sponsored projects and MoUs.
Major collaborations with Institutes of Design, Gem Testing Labs, and international bodies to upgrade training.
No traditional academic research grants or patents directly under GJEPC; details sparse on official portals.

GJEPC is an industry autonomous body, thus not ranked by NIRF, NAAC, QS India, or educational ranking bodies.
Highly reputed as India’s apex body promoting the gem and jewellery export sector.
Referenced by Ministry of Commerce and various trade bodies as India’s official export promotion council (MoC Official Page).

Q1: Is GJEPC a university or degree-awarding institute?: A1: No, GJEPC is the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council focused on industry development, skill training, and export promotion, not degree courses.
Q2: Does GJEPC provide diploma or certificate courses?: A2: Yes, through affiliated training partners, it offers various skill development and certification courses in jewellery designing and gemology.
Q3: How can I apply for courses under GJEPC programs?: A3: Visit GJEPC Education & Training to find course info and partner institutes’ application procedures.
Q4: Are there any entrance exams for GJEPC training programs?: A4: No centralized entrance exams; individual institutes may have their own admission criteria.
Q5: Does GJEPC offer scholarships?: A5: Scholarships and financial aid may be available through government schemes and select merit-based programs.
Q6: Does GJEPC have placement assistance?: A6: Yes, GJEPC facilitates industry linkages for job placements and internships in the gem and jewellery sector.
Q7: Are hostel facilities provided?: A7: Hostel and mess facilities depend on the partner training institutes, not directly by GJEPC.
Q8: What training programs does Jaipur office offer?: A8: Jaipur regional office coordinates regional industry support and skill training; specific programs are listed under contact.