A Lapidarist is an expert on precious stones and the art Of cutting, shaping and engraving them. The term lapidary is also used to describe those who collect or deal in gems.
Personal Competencies
• You have a keen interest in stones and gems
• You can determine the procedure Of your own work
• You would like to start your own business
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc/&Des) in Gemology/ Jewellery Designing OR
Complete a Diploma in Gemology OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (MSc/M.Des) in the same or related field
Please check the duration Of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
Institutes offering courses in Gemology
1. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi
2. ENSIGN - The Jewel Design Institute, New Delhi
3. Arch Gemology and Jewelry Institute, Jaipur, Raiasthan
4. National Institute Of Design, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
5. National Institute of Design, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
6. Indian Gemological Institute, Delhi
7. Indan Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai
8. Indian Institute of Art and Design, New Delhi
9. Indian Institute Of Gemology, New Delhi
10. Industrial Design Center, Mumbai
11. Gemological Institute of America, India, Mumbai
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 50,000-2,00,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry Of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA)
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Jewellery Stores, Antique Shops galleries or stores etc.
Entrepreneurship: You can choose to start your own business
Work Environment: You will spend much of their time at a workbench or polishing station, using tools and chemicals. You will not head a team, Local travel is not a part of the job profile If you were to be employed by a store or a gallery, you are likely to work 5 to 6 days a week, 8 to 9 hours every day.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Surabhi Swarup, the founder of MAIA Bespoke, is both a designer and lapidarist. Her work features everywhere from a Chanel flagship store in Paris to Indian palaces to five-star hotels Swarup has a Bachelor's in Design and History from Apeejay Institute of Design, Delhi.*
LAPIDARIST
NCS Code: NA | TST046• You have a keen interest in stones and gems
• You can determine the procedure Of your own work
• You would like to start your own business
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc/&Des) in Gemology/ Jewellery Designing
OR
Complete a Diploma in Gemology
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (MSc/M.Des) in the same or related field
Please check the duration Of the course during enrolment
Institutes offering courses in Gemology
1. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi
2. ENSIGN - The Jewel Design Institute, New Delhi
3. Arch Gemology and Jewelry Institute, Jaipur, Raiasthan
4. National Institute Of Design, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
5. National Institute of Design, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
6. Indian Gemological Institute, Delhi
7. Indan Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai
8. Indian Institute of Art and Design, New Delhi
9. Indian Institute Of Gemology, New Delhi
10. Industrial Design Center, Mumbai
11. Gemological Institute of America, India, Mumbai
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 50,000-2,00,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry Of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA)
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans
Places of Work: Jewellery Stores, Antique Shops galleries or stores etc.
Entrepreneurship: You can choose to start your own business
Work Environment: You will spend much of their time at a workbench or polishing station, using tools and chemicals. You will not head a team, Local travel is not a part of the job profile If you were to be employed by a store or a gallery, you are likely to work 5 to 6 days a week, 8 to 9 hours every day.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Apprentice → Lapidarist → Senior Lapidarist → Instructor
*These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change
The approx. salary Of a Lapidarist ranges between INR 20,415 - 4,16,667* per month.
Source: https://www.payscale.com/re-search/lN/Job=Gemologist/Salary
Experts from the field
Surabhi Swarup, the founder of MAIA Bespoke, is both a designer and lapidarist. Her work features everywhere from a Chanel flagship store in Paris to Indian palaces to five-star hotels Swarup has a Bachelor's in Design and History from Apeejay Institute of Design, Delhi.*
Source: https://www.worldconstruction-network com/contractors/interi-or-designers/surabhi-design/
*The above information is for training purposes Only and will not be used for commercial gains
gem cutter and polisher, lapidary artist, diamond grader