IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 sees selective demand, cautious capital deployment, and a clear move towards lightweight, lower-ticket jewellery, says Arpit Kala.

IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 opened at JWCC, Mumbai, bringing together industry leaders, and 1,600 exhibitors and global buyers; with a focus on exports, product launches, and knowledge sessions, the show is likely to set the tone for the industry for the rest of the year.

IIJS Signature is the first jewellery event of 2026, and it will set the tone for the rest of the year, says Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

GJEPC’s IIJS Bharat–Signature 2026 will be held in Mumbai from January 8–12 across two venues, bringing exhibitors and global buyers together to set early-year sourcing and business direction.

The 18th edition of IIJS Bharat-Signature is scheduled from January 8 2026 to January 12 2026 at the JIO World Convention Centre Bombay Exhibition Centre. The event is expected to unite the entire global gem and jewellery community under one roof. With a diverse array of exhibitors and industry leaders, the 18th edition promises to be a convergence of innovation, networking, and business opportunities.

JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.

The 21st Jaipur Jewellery Show returns from December 19 to 22 at Novotel Convention Centre, spotlighting ‘Coloured Gemstone’ as its annual theme, with record exhibitors, curated B2B spaces, and expanded design showcases.

In the run up to JJS 2025, a roadshow was held in Chennai at Hotel Taj Coromandel on October 4, 2025, with prominent jewellers from the city attending the event.

Jos Alukkas, one of India’s most trusted jewellery brands, has been recognised as India’s Most Iconic and Preferred Jewellery Retailer at the India Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS) 2025, held at the Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai.

Dassani Brothers unveiled their latest high-jewellery collection, Aranya, at IIJS 2025 in Mumbai, paying homage to India’s sacred forests through intricate designs inspired by nature.

The Indian jewellery major joins hands with De Beers for an exclusive showcase featuring homegrown couture, immersive education, and rare high-jewellery collections.

Ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, the seventh edition of GJS showcased a vibrant mix of lightweight innovative, modular bridal jewellery, with event highlighting a renewed interest in silver. While some exhibitors saw high engagement, others noted a more cautious buying environment shaped by soaring gold prices

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) unveiled a sparkling new chapter at the 7th edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show (GJS) by announcing Nikita Porwal, Femina Miss India World 2024, as the official Brand Ambassador for 2025–2026

The soft launch of the facility took place at JIO World Convention Centre (JWCC) - Level 3 Pavilion - Launch Pad on the 4th of January, 2025