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Entry Guidelines

Applying for Retail Jewellers Guild Awards 2026

A simple guide on how to fill the application form

The Retail Jewellers Guild Awards 2026 recognize excellence in India’s jewellery industry. The awards celebrate jewellery retailers, brands, designers, manufacturers, family-owned stores, chain stores, marketing campaigns, retail innovations, and industry leaders who have shown strong work in design, craftsmanship, customer trust, innovation, retail experience, and business growth.

Where to Find the Application Form

The application form will be available on the official Retail Jewellers Guild Awards website:

Retail Jewellers Guild Awards

Participants need to fill and submit the form online through the website.

Who Can Apply?

The awards are open to eligible participants from the jewellery industry in India, including:

  • Jewellery retailers
  • Jewellery brands
  • Jewellery manufacturers
  • Jewellery designers
  • Goldsmiths
  • E-commerce jewellery businesses
  • Family-owned jewellery stores
  • Jewellery chain stores
  • Independent jewellery designers
  • Other relevant jewellery industry participants

The applying business should generally be in operation for at least 2 years as on 31 March 2026, unless a specific category has a different eligibility rule.

Mandatory Documents

Participants must upload the required documents based on the category they are applying for.

1. For Design Categories

Applicants should provide:

  • Clear images of the jewellery piece, pair, set, collection, or object
  • A short concept note explaining the design idea
  • Details of materials used, such as gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, gemstones, polki, kundan, jadau, enamel, etc.
  • Details of craftsmanship, finish, comfort, wearability, and uniqueness
  • Declaration that the entry is original
2. For Retail Store Categories

Applicants should provide:

  • Store or brand profile
  • Store photographs
  • Store location details
  • Store count, wherever applicable
  • Business background or ownership details, wherever required
  • Details of customer service, store experience, product range, and business strengths
3. For Marketing, Business, and Innovation Categories

Applicants should provide:

  • Campaign or initiative summary
  • Objective of the campaign or initiative
  • Target audience
  • Execution details
  • Channels used, such as digital, print, outdoor, in-store, PR, social media, etc.
  • Campaign creatives, screenshots, videos, collaterals, media coverage, or impact details, wherever available
4. For Special Recognition Categories

Applicants or nominees may be required to provide:

  • Profile summary
  • Business profile
  • Portfolio or work summary
  • Key achievements
  • Supporting reason for nomination
  • Evidence of contribution, leadership, innovation, sustainability, or industry impact

Some special recognition categories may not be open for direct application and may be decided by the jury or Awards management.

Recommended Supporting Documents

Although some documents may not be mandatory, participants are encouraged to upload supporting documents wherever available, such as:

  • Product images
  • Close-up craftsmanship images
  • Store visuals
  • Videos
  • Presentations or PDFs
  • Campaign screenshots
  • Media coverage
  • Customer testimonials
  • Case studies
  • Certifications
  • Portfolio
  • Business proof
  • Sustainability or responsible sourcing documents

These documents help the jury understand the quality, originality, and impact of the entry better.

Application Form Sections

The application form will generally include the following parts:

This section captures the contact details of the person filling the form.

Participants may need to provide:

  • Name of applicant
  • Email address
  • Mobile number
  • Designation
  • Organization name
  • City and state

This person will be the main point of contact for all award-related communication.

This section captures details about the company, brand, store, designer, or nominee.

Participants may need to provide:

  • Name of participating entity or nominee
  • Type of organization
  • Date of incorporation or years of operation
  • Registered address
  • Website
  • Store count, if applicable
  • Operating markets or regions
  • Category and subcategory selected
  • Business or nominee profile

Participants must select the most suitable category and subcategory for their entry.

The awards include categories across:

  • Design Categories
  • Retail Store Excellence Awards
  • Retail Business, Marketing & Innovation Awards
  • Special Recognition Awards

Participants can apply in multiple categories, but each entry should match the selected category properly.

This is one of the most important sections of the application form.

Participants should explain their entry in a simple and clear way. They may include:

  • What is being submitted?
  • What is the idea behind it?
  • Why is it different or special?
  • What materials, techniques, or processes were used?
  • How does it fit the selected category?
  • What customer or business need does it address?
  • What result, impact, or achievement can be shown?
  • What proof or documents are attached?

It is recommended to write answers in short bullet points so that the jury can understand the entry easily.

In this section, participants must upload all mandatory documents and any additional documents that support the entry.

Participants should make sure that all images, documents, videos, and proofs are clear and relevant to the selected category.

Before submitting the form, participants should carefully review all details.

They should ensure that:

  • All required fields are filled
  • Correct category and subcategory are selected
  • Mandatory documents are uploaded
  • The information provided is true and accurate
  • The entry is original
  • The applicant has the right to submit the entry
  • All claims can be supported with proof

Once the form is submitted, editing may not be possible. If the applicant wants to review it again, they should save it as a draft, if the option is available.

Important Points to Remember

  • Entries must be submitted in English.
  • Participants can submit multiple entries across categories.
  • The submitted work must be original.
  • Copied, plagiarized, or false entries may be disqualified.
  • Awards management may ask for additional information or documents.
  • If required details are not provided, the entry may be disqualified.
  • The jury and Awards management may recategorize, merge, split, cancel, or withhold any category.
  • Participation does not guarantee winning.
  • The decision of the jury and Awards management will be final and binding.

Winner Selection

An independent jury appointed by the Awards management will evaluate the entries and select the winners.

If required, participants may be asked to present their work to the jury in a virtual jury round.

Help and Queries

For any questions related to eligibility, categories, application form, or Terms and Conditions, participants can write to:

[email protected]

Final Note for Participants

Participants should submit complete, clear, and well-supported entries. A strong entry should clearly explain:

  • What is being submitted
  • Why it is special
  • How it fits the selected category
  • What proof is available

The Retail Jewellers Guild Awards 2026 aim to celebrate creativity, trust, craftsmanship, innovation, and business excellence in India’s jewellery industry.