Realizing the need for an organized body, the Gem & Jewellery Trade Council of India was founded in the year 2000 with the following identified principal objectives:

• Guidance and Assistance to members in bringing professionalism.
• Conducting Events / Exhibitions / Seminars / Trade Delegations.
• Participating in various foreign exhibitions by visiting them.
• Disseminating of useful information.
• Liaisoning with Government and other professional & trade bodies within the country and internationally.
• Identifying the need for trade promotional activities.
• Sourcing Design, Technology and Machinery.
• Conducting workshops for craftsmen and impart training in jewellery designing and manufacturing.
• Organising Training sessions for members and their staff on Management subjects like Marketing Management, Self Development, Leadership, Communication skills etc.
• Arranging competition and awarding prizes.