Diploma in Gemmology and Jewellery Manufacturing (Regular)

Duration: 1 Year

Eligibility: 12th any stream

Specialization: Gemmology and Jewellery Making

Awarding Body: Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India

Job Prospects: Gemmologist, Diamond Grader, Production Manager, QC

Course Content: Diamond Grading, Precious Stone Identification, Casting, Handmade Jewellery

Course Fee: INR 48000 per semester, Total Two Semester

Program Structure: Full Time Regular

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Frequently Asked Questions

January 1, 2026
This document contains Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and answers related to admission procedures, norms, and policies of the Institute of Gems and Jewellery (IGJ). The information provided is subject to change as per management decisions from time to time. This document is intended for internal reference.

  • BBA jewellery Design and Management(3 years)
  • Professional Diploma in Jewellery Designing (PDJD)-1 Year
  • Diploma in Gemmology and Jewellery Manufacturing (DGJM)-1 Year
  • Professional Diploma in Jewellery Management (PDJM)-1 Year
  • BBA : Admissions commence every July.
  • One-Year Diploma Programmes: Two intakes per year – July and January.

No. The following programmes are of one-year duration, consisting of two semesters of five months each:

  • Professional Diploma in Jewellery Designing (PDJD)
  • Diploma in Gemmology and Jewellery Manufacturing (DGJM)
  • Professional Diploma in Jewellery Management (PDJM)

All applicants will attend an interview with course counsellors to assess skills and interests and to guide them in choosing the right programme.

  • Semester Fee: 48,000 per semester
  • Diploma Programmes: 2 semesters
  • Degree Programmes: 6 semesters

Yes. In addition to the course fee:

  • Application Fee: 500
  • Registration Fee: 5,000 

No. Hostel and mess charges are to be paid separately and are approximately 7,000 per month.

Hostels are located approximately 1 km from the campus. Free college bus transportation is provided. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls.

At the time of admission, the following fees must be paid:

  • Application fee
  • Registration fee
  • Uniform fee
  • Toolkit charges 
  • First semester fee

Yes. The institute will provide all necessary documents required for applying for an education loan.

No. Hostel and mess facilities are optional for day scholars. Concessions may be provided for mess facilities.

Institute bus services are provided from selected points within the city to the campus free of cost.

Study materials will be provided by the respective faculty. Students may take copies of the materials as required.

Yes. The institute provides placement assistance by connecting students with recruiting companies through placement drives and industry interactions.

Salary depends on the student’s skills, performance, and negotiation with the recruiting company. The typical salary range is 10,000 to 100,000 per month.

Recruitment depends on company requirements and student suitability. Companies decide final selection.

Students are provided opportunities to express their areas of interest during industry interactions and placement processes.

No. Fees once paid are non-refundable in case of withdrawal, as per the prospectus.

All faculty members are qualified, skilled, and trained in their respective domains.

Yes. Uniform cloth will be provided at a reasonable cost. Students are required to wear formal uniforms whenever specified.

Yes. Students enrolled in programmes such as Gemmology, Jewellery Designing, and Jewellery Manufacturing must purchase individual toolkits, which are available at the institute.

Yes. Skills such as visual merchandising, inventory management, quality management, and retail operations are transferable to other organized luxury and retail sectors.

Graduates can explore opportunities such as:

  • Setting up a jewellery manufacturing unit (DGJM)
  • Freelance jewellery designing or starting a design studio (PDJD)
  • Establishing a gemmological laboratory (Gemology)
  • Consulting services for existing jewellers
  • One-year programmes are divided into two semesters with a minimum of five subjects per semester.
  • Final grades are based on performance across both semesters.
  • Six-month programmes have a final examination covering three subjects.
  • One-year programmes are divided into two semesters with a minimum of five subjects per semester.
  • Final grades are based on performance across both semesters.
  • Six-month programmes have a final examination covering three subjects.

Passing Grade: C (GPA 2.0 or above). C- is not a passing grade.

Exam results are communicated in person and via SMS to the registered mobile number.

Grading Scale

Percentage

Grade Points

Grade

GPA Value

Above 95%

3.71 – 4.00

A

4.0

92% – 95%

3.31 – 3.70

A-

3.7

89% – 91%

3.01 – 3.30

B+

3.3

85% – 88%

2.71 – 3.00

B

3.0

82% – 84%

2.31 – 2.70

B-

2.7

79% – 81%

2.15 – 2.30

C+

2.3

75% – 78%

2.00 – 2.14

C

2.0

72% – 74%

1.70 – 1.99

C-

1.7

68% – 71%

1.30 – 1.69

D+

1.3

64% – 67%

1.00 – 1.29

D

1.0

60% – 63%

0.70 – 0.99

D-

0.7

Below 60%

0.00 – 0.69

F

0.0

You may apply through the official website www.theigj.com. Complete the application form and submit it to the institute along with a fee 5,500 in favour of Institute of Gems and Jewellery, payable at Malappuram.