Gemology

Gems play an important part in Indian culture. Since time immemorial, Indians have greatly desired both precious and semi-precious stones such as diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, rubies and the like for their astrological significance. Gemology is the science dealing with gems and gemstones. Gemologists see for the compatibility of the gems and depending on that which metal should the jeweler use.

Key to Success

To be successful in Gemology you should have/ develop:

A keen eyesight
Creativity
Imagination
Aesthetic sense and a sense of color combination

Scope and Opportunities

You can enter the gem exporting industry. You can also work in the gems and stones section at the jeweler
You can work in the gem certification department as well
You can take up teaching at institutes offering this course

Lifestyle & Social Status

Confined to laboratories and conducting tests for certification
Strenuous to the eyes

Job Profile

Gemologist: Responsible for conducting a variety of tasks associated with gems. Grading of gems, and consulting for gems
Diamond Grader: he specializes in diamond grading

Skill sets

Communicative skills
Concentration

Work Value

Hard work
High level of responsibility
Patience

Current Job Scenario

A basic course in gemology can get you a salary in the range of Rs 10,000 to Rs 12,000 a month.
On the other hand a proven experience in this field may help you earn Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 a month.
A certifying gemologist at the international level can earn money and pride enormously.

Top Recruiters

TBZ Ltd.
Chunilal Nathalal & Sons
B V Jewels
Pinkcity Colorstones Pvt. Ltd
Derika International
Janki export

Course Synopsis

Course Options	Gemology Professional	Professional Graduate Diploma Programmes	Gem Identification And Colored Stones Course
Academic Eligibility	HSC (12th) or Equivalent	Graduate or Equivalent	Candidates must have qualified 10 + 2 or equivalent / Higher Secondary / Senior Secondary. Enrolment to the courses is limited and based on Interview
Fees	Rs 48520	Rs. 94270	Rs 16000
Expenditure in Metro and Tier-1	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs
Expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs
Duration	4 months	9 Months	3 Months
Mode	Regular	Regular	Regular
Approved
Affiliation	Indian Diamond Institute, JRGVTI Pune.	Indian Diamond Institute	Indian Institute of Gemology (New Delhi)
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