International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur: GJEPC's Export-Focused Sourcing Platform, Explained
A curated, invitation-driven show built to put Indian manufacturers directly in front of global buyers — in the heart of the Coloured Gemstones Capital of the World.
Most jewellery trade shows chase scale. The International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur chases something different: precision. Organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) — the apex body of India's gem and jewellery industry, sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry — IGJS is deliberately built as a curated, export-specific platform, matching a focused group of Indian manufacturers with a hand-invited group of international buyers rather than opening the floor to the widest possible crowd.
At Jewelslly, we pay close attention to shows like IGJS because that curated-matching model is exactly the kind of efficient, relationship-first sourcing our own platform is designed to extend beyond the show floor. This guide covers what IGJS actually offers, who exhibits and attends, and how the show fits into Jaipur's broader identity as one of the world's great gemstone hubs.
What Makes IGJS Different
IGJS is explicitly described by its organisers as an exclusive, export-specific tradeshow designed to enhance the visibility of Indian gem and jewellery products among international buyers — not a general-admission event. The show is deliberately curated: exhibitor numbers are kept modest (recent editions have run 85 to 150 companies) specifically to keep the buyer-to-exhibitor experience focused, rather than overwhelming.
That curated approach shows in the buyer mix, too. IGJS invites merchandisers representing major and independent retailers, design houses, importers, exporters, and jewellery manufacturers sourcing diamonds and gemstones — pulling attendees from the USA, UK, Europe, Oceania, Latin America, the Middle East, Russia, and the CIS region, among others.
What's on Show
IGJS Jaipur showcases a comprehensive range of India's gem and jewellery output, spanning:
- Loose stones — lab-grown diamonds, coloured gemstones, and natural diamonds
- Gemstone & diamond studded jewellery — including pret, couture, and bridal styles
- Silver jewellery
- LGD (lab-grown diamond) jewellery
That range reflects where the Indian gem and jewellery export sector's strengths actually lie — coloured gemstones, precision-set diamond jewellery, and an increasingly significant lab-grown diamond segment, all produced at scale by manufacturers based in and around Jaipur.
Recent Editions at a Glance
| Edition | Dates | Exhibitors / Booths | International Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|
| IGJS 2024 | 12–14 April 2024 | 54 companies | 250 buyers from 27 countries |
| IGJS 2025 | 3–5 April 2025 | — | Buyer registration figures vary by source |
| IGJS 2026 | 9–11 April 2026 | 85 companies, 110 booths | 230+ buyers from 30 countries |
Notably, IGJS is also held in Dubai in partnership with the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group, giving GJEPC two dedicated international showcases each year specifically aimed at global buyers rather than the domestic Indian market.
Why Jaipur, Specifically
Jaipur's role in this show isn't incidental — it's the point. Recognised as the Coloured Gemstones Capital of the World, Jaipur offers what GJEPC officials describe as a unique and integrated ecosystem for the gem and jewellery industry, spanning sourcing, manufacturing, certification, and trade, all within close proximity. IGJS Jaipur is positioned to let international buyers engage directly with that concentrated capability, rather than sourcing from scattered manufacturers across the country.
For buyers: International visitor registration is handled directly through GJEPC's dedicated portal, and some editions have included hotel accommodations with complimentary breakfast for registered international buyers — worth checking on the current edition's terms.
Why a B2B Marketplace Still Matters After the Show
IGJS's curated model does real work matching serious buyers with serious manufacturers over three intensive days each April. But three days a year, however well-targeted, is still a narrow window — and buyers who find a strong Jaipur manufacturer at IGJS need a way to keep that relationship active for the rest of the year.
That's the gap a B2B jewellery marketplace like Jewelslly is built to close. Buyers who connect with an exporter at IGJS Jaipur can keep sourcing from them online — comparing catalogs across loose stones, studded jewellery, and lab-grown diamonds, and placing repeat orders without waiting for the next April edition.
