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Founded in Mumbai, the International Institute of Gemology (IIG), powered by SRDC, is one of India’s premier gemological institutes, helmed by Managing Director, Mr Rahul Desai. IIG is affiliated with the University of Mumbai, having trained 1,00,000 students since its inception (1965). It offers practical, market-oriented training in a variety of courses on gems, diamonds, and jewellery designing and merchandising. The institute is one of the few in India to offer training in rough diamond assortment.
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1508, Panchratna, M. Parmanand Marg, Opera House, Opp. Royal Opera,, 400004, Mumbai, India
- 9322262357
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Honest Review – Read Before Taking Admission in IIG ⚠️
I usually don’t post things like this, but I don’t want others to lose their hard-earned money the way I did.
I completed my Master’s in Gemology from IIG in 2019. I come from a simple background (no jewelry business, no industry contacts) and joined purely out of passion for gems and stones.
Before admission, I was promised campus placement. Based on that, I paid around ₹2 lakhs.
👉 Reality: NOT A SINGLE PLACEMENT. Not even one.
The course that was supposed to finish in 2 months dragged on for almost 8 months. Meanwhile, I had to survive in Mumbai paying rent and expenses with no income.
After completing the course:
❌ No job assistance
❌ No placement support
❌ No industry guidance
❌ No updates about openings
Basically, once you pay the fees, you are on your own.
If you already have a family jewelry business or strong contacts, maybe you’ll manage. But if you are from a non-jewelry background thinking this course will build your career from scratch — this is a serious risk.
It has been over 6 years, and I can confidently say: 👉 The promises made at the time of admission were not delivered.
My advice: ✔️ Don’t trust verbal commitments
✔️ Ask for written placement guarantees
✔️ Speak to past students before joining
✔️ Think twice before investing lakhs
This is my personal experience. Sharing it so others can make an informed decision and avoid the same mistake.
30 April 2026
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Reply from International Institute of Gemology (IIG)
If you are Real call me on 9322262357, IIG Board line number. There is plenty of jobs available. Contact: Rahul Desai
Excellent Institute for Gems & Jewellery
20 January 2026
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These are scammers don't believe what…
These are scammers don't believe what they say
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22 March 2024
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Scandel
They are scammers they will pay You for giving review and On fifth task they will ask for money about 1016 and They at first they will give you ₹350 at first to gain your trust
12 March 2024
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I appreciate the work and service they…
I appreciate the work and service they provide
10 March 2024
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All are fake reviews
All are fake reviews. Please dont misguide yourself
12 March 2024
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Very nice and kindly people with clear…
Very nice and kindly people with clear vision and aim in disposing off their and our responsibility.
12 March 2024
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3 March 2024
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Very experience
2 March 2024
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