INFORMATION

CELEBRATION OF DESIGN

The JJS-IJ Design Awards 2025 will bring together the greatest talent in the industry, competing with extraordinary pieces of jewellery—the finest blend of art and luxury.

Whether you have participated before or are entering for the very first time, whether you are an established name or a new brand, the JJS-IJ Design Awards 2025 is your opportunity to showcase your design expertise. Once again, we are set to honour breathtaking creations that challenge conventional standards. Stop wishing and step ahead—get your designs noticed!

How Can IJ Awards Add Value to You?

The awards will be extensively endorsed across India through multiple media channels to amplify participation and voting by retailers. Both electronic and print media will provide wide coverage, as in previous years.

• Pan-India endorsement across numerous media channels to boost participation.
• A panel of experts from fields such as architecture and fashion will evaluate Retail Category designs via a secure online voting platform.
• The top 3 or 5 designs with the most votes will qualify for the second round of evaluation by our expert jury.
• Award-winning designs will be featured in the Special Awards Supplement in January 2025, as well as across all social media platforms.
• Winners will be felicitated at the Gala Award Ceremony on December 19, 2025.

PAN-INDIA PROMOTION & MULTIPLE WAYS OF VOTING

The awards will be promoted extensively to maximize participation and voting by the Jury Panel. This ensures transparency, fairness, and significant publicity for winners.

To simplify the voting process, jury members will be able to vote through multiple devices, including computers, iPads, smartphones, and physical voting forms.

ENTRY TYPES

• Product Categories – Only for Jewellery Manufacturers.
• Retail Categories – Only for Jewellery Retailers.

Please refer to the category requirements in the Official Rules before submitting your entry to ensure eligibility.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (Product & Retail Categories)

• Complete one entry form for each piece entered in each category. Ensure all fields are accurate and complete before submission.
• Each entry must be accompanied by photograph(s), video(s), and full payment.

PHOTO SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Submit photos of finished jewellery only. Photos and videos must be submitted on CD along with your entry form. Acceptable formats: TIFF/JPEG, 300 dpi, suitable for reproduction at a minimum size of 8x10 inches.
2. Include a colour print for reference to ensure correct reproduction.
3. Each photo/video must contain only one piece of jewellery (the entry piece). Do not include lines or collections.
4. Up to 4 different photos may be submitted per piece (we recommend showcasing various angles). Indicate your primary photo choice; the other three photos and the video will be available to jury members when enlarging the entry.
5. The photographs and video submitted will be used in all Jewellers’ Choice online and print products.
6. Photos and videos must be on a black or white background only.

Tip: We strongly recommend using professional photography and videography. Proof all copy before submission, as we cannot make changes after receipt.

PARTICIPATION CATEGORIES & SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICES

• You may enter a maximum of 4 entries per category.
• A separate entry form, photo(s), video, and fee must be submitted for each piece and category.
• All products entered must be finished jewellery and commercially available.
• Prototypes and CAD drawings will not be accepted.
• Semi-mounts must be shown with a center stone.
• Price categories are based on suggested retail price.

Please refer to the category requirements in the Official Rules before submitting your entry.

THE 2025 IJ DESIGN AWARDS OFFICIAL RULES

All participants and voters must carefully read the Official Rules of the Awards and adhere to them to ensure their entries or votes are valid.

To read the Official Rules of the Awards, Click here