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GJEPC Certificate India
National RCMC membership with the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council.
What is GJEPC Certificate India?
GJEPC (Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council) Registration provides RCMC and membership for exporters of gems, jewellery, and related products, mandatory for accessing sector-specific export incentives, exhibitions, and trade delegations.
GJEPC is the designated Export Promotion Council for India's gem and jewellery sector — one of India's largest export categories by value — set up to represent exporter interests in trade policy, run quality and certification support, and organise the international trade fairs and buyer-seller platforms (such as India's major gem and jewellery exhibitions) that connect Indian exporters with global buyers.
GJEPC membership functions as the sector's RCMC issuer, meaning gem and jewellery exporters generally can't access Foreign Trade Policy incentive schemes tied to RCMC without it. Membership categories are typically structured by business type (manufacturer-exporter, merchant-exporter, and so on) and by export turnover, which determines the membership fee tier and voting/participation rights within the Council.
Beyond RCMC issuance, GJEPC plays an active market-development role — organising India's flagship gem and jewellery trade shows, facilitating international buyer delegations, and supporting due-diligence/certification schemes (particularly relevant for diamonds, given global supply-chain traceability expectations like the Kimberley Process). Many members find these promotional and compliance-support functions as valuable as the RCMC itself.
Products/Activities Covered
Who Needs It
Types & Categories
Manufacturer Exporter Membership
For businesses that manufacture gems/jewellery in-house and export their own production.
Merchant Exporter Membership
For trading companies that source and export gem & jewellery products without in-house manufacturing.
Key Benefits
Documents Required
- IEC certificate
- Business registration and product category details
- Bank certificate
- GST registration certificate
- Manufacturer/merchant classification supporting documents
Our Process
Membership Category Determination
We confirm whether Manufacturer Exporter or Merchant Exporter membership fits your business model.
Documentation Compilation
We compile IEC, GST, and business registration details against GJEPC's checklist.
Application Filing
The RCMC/membership application is filed with GJEPC's national office.
Verification
Business and product details are verified by the Council.
Certificate Issuance
The GJEPC Certificate/RCMC is issued, renewable periodically.
Validity & Renewal
GJEPC RCMC is legally valid for five financial years from the date of issuance, but the annual membership subscription must still be paid every financial year by 30 April to avoid penalties and keep the membership active.
Penalty for Non-Compliance
Missing the 30 April annual subscription deadline can attract penalties on top of the subscription fee, and a lapsed RCMC affects eligibility for Foreign Trade Policy incentive schemes and GJEPC event participation until renewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GJEPC membership required for all jewellery exporters?
Yes — it's the designated Export Promotion Council for this sector, so RCMC through GJEPC is required to access related Foreign Trade Policy benefits.
What's the difference between Manufacturer Exporter and Merchant Exporter membership?
Manufacturer Exporter membership is for businesses that produce gems/jewellery in-house, while Merchant Exporter membership is for trading companies that source and export without owning manufacturing operations.
Do diamond exporters need any additional certification beyond GJEPC membership?
Yes — diamond exports typically also require Kimberley Process compliance for conflict-free sourcing, which GJEPC helps coordinate alongside RCMC.
Is GJEPC membership open to costume/imitation jewellery exporters?
Yes — the Council's coverage extends beyond precious gems and metals to costume and imitation jewellery exporters as well.
How is the membership fee structured?
It's tiered by your company's export turnover, running from roughly ₹6,000 + GST for exports up to ₹25 lakh through to ₹65,000 + GST for exports up to ₹50 crore, plus a one-time admission fee — we confirm the exact applicable slab during documentation review.
What happens if my GJEPC RCMC lapses?
A lapsed RCMC can affect your eligibility for Foreign Trade Policy incentive schemes and event participation, so we track the five-year validity and file renewal well ahead of expiry.
Is the annual subscription separate from the five-year RCMC validity?
Yes — the RCMC itself is valid for five financial years, but GJEPC still requires the annual membership subscription to be paid every year by 30 April; missing that date can attract a penalty even though the RCMC hasn't technically expired.
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