Business Excellence Awards
In a dynamic and competitive jewellery industry, excellence is reflected in every aspect of a business, from bold ideas and breakthrough strategies to technology, customer experience, workplace culture, growth and meaningful impact.
The Retail Jeweller Business Excellence Awards recognises the achievements, initiatives, businesses and individuals that are setting new benchmarks and advancing jewellery retail. Across business models, markets and stages of growth, the awards celebrate excellence that is shaping a stronger future for the industry.
Timeline
Entries Period:
Oct 2025 – Sept 2026
The eligible period for entries spans from October 2025 to September 2026.
Registration:
1 Sept – 31 Oct 2026
Registrations open on 1st September 2026 and close on 31st October 2026.
Excellence Evaluation:
20 Nov 2026
The jury convenes to evaluate entries and finalise the winners.
Awards Night:
6 Jan 2027
Winners will be announced and honoured at the Awards Ceremony.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Excellence in Integrated Marketing of the Year
Excellence in Digital Brand Marketing of the Year
Excellence in Online Retail
Excellence in Omni Channel Brand
Excellence in Technology Integration
Excellence in People Welfare, Workplace Culture and motivation
Excellence in Customer Centricity
Excellence in CSR Commitment & Impact
Excellence in CSR Project
Retail Start Up of the year
New Age Brand of the year
Independant Jeweller of the Year
Regional Retail Chain of the Year
Next-Gen Leader of the Year
Debutant of the Year
Visionary Leader of the Year
Women Leader of the Year
Special Contribution to the Industry
Lifetime Achievement in Retail
Lifetime Achievement in Manufacturing
NOMINATE
Nominate yourself, a peer, or any deserving individual or organisation for recognition
NOMINATION PROCESS
To nominate yourself, a peer, or a company, please complete the official online nomination form.
All sections must be filled out for the nomination to be considered. You can upload supporting materials—such as high-resolution photos, videos, and documents—directly within the form.
TIMELINE
Timeline
Entries Period:
Oct 2025 – Sept 2026
The eligible period for entries spans from October 2025 to September 2026.
Registration:
1 Sept – 31 Oct 2026
Registrations open on 1st September 2026 and close on 31st October 2026.
Excellence Evaluation:
20 Nov 2026
The jury convenes to evaluate entries and finalise the winners.
Awards Night:
6 Jan 2027
Winners will be announced and honoured at the Awards Ceremony.
30 November 2025
All nomination forms must be submitted online
27 December 2025.
Award finalists will be notified via email
7 January 2026
Finalists will be invited to attend the Awards Ceremony, where winners will be announced during a celebratory dinner.
30 November 2025
30 November 2025
All nomination forms must be submitted online
27 December 2025.
Award finalists will be notified via email
7 January 2026
Finalists will be invited to attend the Awards Ceremony, where winners will be announced during a celebratory dinner.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
– Open to retail jewellery companies, brands, or individuals with a walk-in retail outlet active in India.
– The retail business can be in any jewellery stream, as the awards honour leadership in the jewellery business, keeping it category-agnostic. It will include gold, precious gemstones, silver, lab-grown, or any other.
ENTRY PROCESS
Step 1
Step 2
Select category/categories and complete the nomination form
Step 3
Upload required documents (images, videos, supporting proofs)
Step 4
Provide Single Point of Contact (SPOC) details
Step 5
Complete payment to confirm submission
Step 6
Submit before 31 October 2026
GUIDELINES FOR ENTRY
Submission Guidelines
- Each category has specific criteria. Submissions must adhere to these to be considered.
- Entries may be submitted across multiple categories at no additional fee.
- The nomination form must be fully completed, including a 300-word statement detailing contributions and achievements.
- All submissions must be in English.
- All supporting documents must be self-attested and submitted as required.
- Incomplete entries or missing documents will lead to disqualification.
- Once submitted, entries cannot be modified.
- Submission Guidelines for all categories are attached for your reference.
Fees & Deadlines
- Participation Fee: ₹50,000 + 18% GST (non-refundable)
- Entries without fee payment will not be considered
- Submission Deadline: 31 October 2026
- Late submissions may be accepted at the discretion of the Awards Management
Judging & Verification
Awards Management and an independent jury will review all eligible entries.
The jury reserves the right to:
- Verify submitted information
- Request additional documentation
- Disqualify entries with incorrect or misleading claims
False information at any stage will result in disqualification and withdrawal of any awards conferred.
Awards Management may contact references provided for verification.
Awards Process & Communication
- Finalists will be notified via email in December 2026
- Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on 6 January 2027
- Participants must provide required documents within 30 days of notification
- A maximum of three contact attempts will be made; non-response may result in forfeiture
- Awards not claimed within 30 days will be forfeited
Use of Submitted Content
By participating, nominees grant Awards Management the right to use submitted content for publicity across:
- Websites, social media, press, trade publications, and event promotions.
- Content may be edited and displayed in full or in part.
Prohibited Activities
Participants must not:
- Upload viruses, malware, or malicious code
- Attempt unauthorized access or disrupt the website or server
- Tamper with entry processes or data
Legal Terms
- Participation does not guarantee selection or recognition
- Awards Management reserves the right to amend, withdraw, or cancel the Awards at any stage
- All decisions by the jury or Awards Management are final and binding
- Any disputes will be governed by Indian law, with jurisdiction in Mumbai
Contact
For queries, contact SPOC:
Priya Rangdal – 89769 07876
