IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026 to Open the Global
Jewellery Business Calendar as the First Trade Fair of
the Year
1,600+ exhibitors and 3,300+ stalls across 1.25 lakh sq. m. at two premier
Mumbai venues
25,000+ trade buyers, including 1,400 international buyers from 40 countries
and 12 international buyer delegations.
368+ new companies making their debut at this edition
Brilliant Bharat – Art Forms of India theme, featuring the Crafts Pavilion and live
GI-tagged craft demonstrations
Select CLUB luxury segment, showcasing high-end couture and fine jewellery
Strong focus on sustainability and digital experience, aligned with GJEPC’s One
Earth initiative
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is
set to open the global jewellery calendar with the 18th edition of IIJS Bharat –
Signature 2026, the first global B2B jewellery trade fair of the year, scheduled to be
held across two premier venues in Mumbai later this week.
The exhibition will be held at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), Bandra Kurla
Complex, from 8 to 11 January 2026, and concurrently at the Bombay Exhibition
Centre (NESCO), Goregaon, from 9 to 12 January 2026, alongside the machinery
and technology showcase IGJME Bharat – Signature 2026.
IIJS is a name to reckon with, synonymous with business in the gem and
jewellery industry. As the first trade event of the year, IIJS Bharat – Signature is
widely regarded as a barometer of market sentiment, setting the direction for
sourcing, design, and business for the year ahead.
The exhibition will feature over 1,600 exhibitors across 3,300+ stalls, spread across
1.25 lakh square metres, and welcome more than 25,000 trade buyers from over
800 cities in India, including 1,400 international buyers from 40 countries
worldwide. Buyers will have access to a comprehensive sourcing environment covering
Gold, Diamond, Silver, Loose Natural Diamonds, Coloured Gemstones, Couture
Jewellery, and Lab-Grown Diamonds, along with Machinery and allied section too.
This edition will see the participation of 12 international buyer delegations, reinforcing
IIJS Bharat – Signature’s role as a global sourcing platform. The show will also feature
international exhibitors, including 21 jewellery companies with 43 stalls from the
USA, UAE, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, and Germany, along with 4
international machinery and allied companies across 7 stalls.
Reflecting renewed business momentum and strong industry interest, 368+ new
companies are participating in this edition, collectively occupying 472 stalls,
underscoring IIJS Bharat – Signature’s continued growth and relevance.
Speaking ahead of the event, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “As the first
global jewellery trade fair of the year, IIJS Bharat – Signature plays a defining role in
setting the industry’s direction. India’s gem and jewellery sector today is focused on
strengthening global trust, expanding market access, and building long-term
competitiveness through quality, innovation, and responsible practices. IIJS reflects this
larger ambition.”
The Select CLUB, a curated luxury segment at the Jio World Convention Centre
(Jasmine Hall 3 rd floor), brings together 107 select companies showcasing high-end
couture and fine jewellery for premium buyers and luxury connoisseurs. Designed as an
exclusive sourcing destination, it reflects India’s growing strength in design-led, high-
value jewellery.
Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC and Convener, National Exhibitions,
said, “IIJS Bharat – Signature is where the industry begins its annual business cycle.
The dual-venue format allows us to meet growing exhibitor demand while delivering a
seamless experience for buyers. From curated sections and knowledge forums to
technology-driven services, the show is designed to help businesses start the year with
clarity and confidence.”
Under the Brilliant Bharat theme, IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026 celebrates the Art
Forms of India, highlighting the country’s rich jewellery craftsmanship through focused
promotion of heritage techniques such as Filigree and Banarasi Meenakari. Taking
this vision forward, a key addition to this edition is the Crafts Pavilion, which brings
grassroots craftsmanship to an international audience through live demonstrations by
National Award-winning artisans. The pavilion will showcase GI-tagged jewellery
traditions including Thewa (gold on glass), Banarasi Meenakari, the 500-year-old
Silver Filigree craft from Cuttack, and distinctive silver anklets from the Hupari
cluster, offering buyers and visitors an immersive experience of India’s living jewellery
heritage.
Complementing this initiative, IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026 will also celebrate the
Jewellery Crafts Design Competition, conducted among participating exhibitors to
recognise design excellence rooted in traditional Indian art forms. Aligned with the
Brilliant Bharat – Art Forms of India theme, the competition invited designers to
reinterpret heritage crafts into contemporary, wearable jewellery. The winning pieces
will be felicitated and displayed at the Brilliant Bharat Theme Gallery across both
venues, reaffirming IIJS Bharat – Signature’s commitment to nurturing design talent
while preserving India’s diverse craft legacy.
The Innov8 Talks and Symposium Knowledge Forums at IIJS Bharat – Signature
2026 will cover a wide range of critical and forward-looking topics shaping the
future of the gem and jewellery industry. Key sessions will focus on the future of the
natural diamond market, examining recovery trends, challenges, and emerging
opportunities; Free Trade Agreements, including their modalities, nuances, and
strategic implications for India’s gem and jewellery sector; and InCent-LGD, IIT
Madras, highlighting India’s growing leadership in lab-grown diamond science and
indigenous technologies beyond gems. The programme will also address Ease of
Doing Business, with perspectives from Customs, MSMEs, and DGFT, alongside
sessions on Artificial Intelligence, exploring how AI is set to re-imagine jewellery
design, manufacturing, and retail by 2030.
This edition of IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026 will also witness the unveiling of
JewelStart, a flagship GJEPC initiative to nurture future-ready enterprises in the gem
and jewellery sector. Conceived as a dedicated business incubation platform,
JewelStart will support start-ups, MSMEs, designers, and artisans through
mentorship, infrastructure, technology enablement, and market access, reinforcing
India’s vision of becoming the “Jeweller to the World.”
Sustainability continues to be a core focus under GJEPC’s One Earth initiative. At IIJS
Bharat – Signature 2026, the Council will take a significant step towards greener
exhibitions by eliminating over 600,000 single-use plastic water bottles at BEC
(Nesco)during the show, building on earlier measures such as renewable energy
integration, minimal-waste booth systems, and the discontinuation of vinyl
printing—reinforcing its commitment to responsible and eco-friendly exhibitions.
The Council has placed strong emphasis on enhancing the overall participant
experience at IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026. From Prime Plus Lounges at both
venues, seamless digital entry, the IIJS App featuring a 3D interactive floor plan,
to shuttle services and a wide range of accommodation options, every effort has
been made to ensure a smooth and efficient show experience. In addition, advanced
search functionality has been introduced on the IIJS website, enabling visitors to
easily explore exhibitors in advance, while a new enquiry feature on the IIJS App
allows buyers to connect directly with exhibitors—ensuring participants can focus on
what truly matters: business.
With global buyers and industry leaders converging in Mumbai, IIJS Bharat –
Signature 2026 is poised to set the tone for the gem and jewellery industry in the
year ahead, combining heritage, innovation, and business opportunity on a truly global
platform.
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