Industry Leaders Awards & Convention 2026

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Industry Leaders Awards 2026

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Industry Leaders Awards 2026

More Than An Award Ceremony

Industry Leaders Awards 2026 by Brand Empower invites Entrepreneurs, Startups, MSMEs, Companies, Professionals, Organisations and Institutions to showcase their achievements and earn prestigious recognition for excellence, innovation and leadership.

More than an award ceremony, it is a high-impact platform for recognition, investment, networking, media visibility and business growth.

Most Prestigious Corporate Awards
Entrepreneurs & Business Networking
Government Connect
National Media Coverage
Brand Visibility
Growth Opportunities

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Eligibility for ILA 2026

Who Can Participate?

Industry Leaders Awards 2026 welcomes entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, companies, professionals, organisations and institutions from diverse industries across India.

21+ Award Categories

90+ Eligible Industries

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WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

INDUSTRY LEADERS AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

Recognizing the Top 1% of businesses & entities across over 120+ specialized categories, evaluated against our trusted recognition standards.

Manufacturing & Industries

Manufacturer of the Year
Entrepreneur of the Year – Manufacturing
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
Most Trusted Manufacturing Brand
Industrial Innovation Award
Best Export Company

Professional Services

Professional Excellence Award
Law Firm of the Year
Chartered Accountant of the Year
Business Consultant of the Year
Architect of the Year
Interior Designer of the Year

Healthcare & Wellness

Healthcare Excellence Award
Hospital of the Year
Doctor of the Year
Best Healthcare Startup
Best Hair Transplant & Cosmetic Clinic
Wellness Brand of the Year

Education & Training

Education Excellence Award
School of the Year
University of the Year
Coaching Institute of the Year
EdTech Company of the Year
Education Leader of the Year

Real Estate, Construction & Infrastructure

Real Estate Developer of the Year
Construction Company of the Year
Infrastructure Excellence Award
Builder of the Year
Best Building Materials Manufacturer
Best Interior & Architecture Firm

Hospitality, Food & Travel

Hotel of the Year
Restaurant of the Year
Hospitality Excellence Award
Travel Company of the Year
Food Brand of the Year
Tourism Excellence Award

Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle

Fashion Brand of the Year
Beauty & Wellness Brand of the Year
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year – Beauty
Jewellery Brand of the Year
Fashion Designer of the Year
Skincare & Cosmetics Brand of the Year

Media, Events & Creative

Creative Agency of the Year
Event Management Company of the Year
PR Agency of the Year
Media Excellence Award
Content Creator of the Year
Video Production Company of the Year

Technology & Digital

Technology Company of the Year
IT Services Company of the Year
AI Innovation Award
Software Company of the Year
Digital Marketing Agency of the Year
Startup of the Year – Technology

Spiritual, Astrology & Healing

Astrologer of the Year
Vastu Expert of the Year
Numerologist of the Year
Spiritual Excellence Award
Holistic Healing Expert of the Year
Wellness & Energy Healing Excellence Award

Social Impact & Public Service

Social Impact Award
NGO of the Year
Social Entrepreneur of the Year
Woman Changemaker Award
Community Leadership Award
Excellence in Public Service

Retail & Distribution

Retail Brand of the Year
Distributor of the Year
Franchise Brand of the Year
E-commerce Excellence Award
Consumer Brand of the Year
Retail Entrepreneur of the Year

Award Categories You Can Apply For

Business & Enterprise Excellence Customer Service Excellence Digital Transformation Excellence E-commerce & Retail Excellence Manufacturing & Industrial Excellence Marketing & Branding Excellence Educational Excellence Entrepreneurship Excellence Executive Leadership Excellence Healthcare & Wellness Excellence Hospitality & Tourism Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award Product or Service Innovation Professional Excellence Real Estate & Infrastructure Excellence Social Impact & Community Service Excellence Startup of the Year Sustainability & Social Impact Technology & Innovation Excellence Women Entrepreneur of the Year Young Achiever of the Year

Industries Eligible to Apply

Industrial Plants & Machinery Industrial Supplies Building & Construction Service Providers Apparel & Garments Herbal & Ayurvedic, Fitness Furniture & Supplies Food & Beverages Medical & Healthcare Electronics & Electrical Agriculture & Farming Automobile & Auto Components Banking & Financial Services Beauty & Wellness Construction & Real Estate Digital Marketing & Branding E-commerce Education & EdTech Energy & Power Entertainment & Events Export, Import, Wholesale & Trading FMCG Healthcare & Hospitals Hospitality & Tourism Information Technology Legal & Compliance Services Logistics & Supply Chain Manufacturing & Industrial Media & Publishing NGO / Social Work / CSR Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences Real Estate & Property Development Retail & Distribution Sports & Fitness Startups & Incubators Telecommunication Textile & Handicrafts Training & Skill Development Transportation & Mobility Water & Waste Management Art & Entertainment

Selection Process

Recognising Excellence Through a Fair & Transparent Process

The Selection Process for GEA, ILA, NQA Awards by Brand Empower is a meticulous journey that ensures only the most deserving and outstanding brands receive recognition for their excellence in their respective industries.

Research

Comprehensive research is done to discover recognisable brands.

Nominations

Eligible brands are invited to participate through nominations.

Shortlisting

Committee of experts & jury shortlists the best out of the best nominees.

Communication

Communication is established with the shortlisted brands for their confirmation.

Recognition

Selected & confirmed brands are recognised for their excellence in their respective industry.

PR & Media Coverage

Covered through PR on online news & media sites through an effective PR campaign.

Why Participate?

Benefits Designed For Every Audience

Discover tailored opportunities, connections and visibility based on how you participate in Industry Leaders Awards & Convention 2026.

For Entrepreneurs

Get recognition, visibility and meaningful business connections.

Awards

Compete for prestigious industry recognition.

Recognition

Build credibility among leaders and media.

Networking

Meet entrepreneurs, founders.

PR Exposure

Gain media visibility and brand recall.

For Sponsors

Put your brand in front of decision-makers and high-value audiences.

Brand Visibility

Showcase your brand across event assets.

Leads

Generate relevant business and partnership leads.

Media

Get visibility through media and digital coverage.

Positioning

Associate your brand with India's growth story.

For Media

Access powerful stories, leaders and business growth conversations.

Coverage

Capture premium business and award moments.

Interviews

Interact with entrepreneurs, guests and leaders.

Stories

Find strong stories around investment and impact.

Access

Get event access for media reporting.

For Students

Learn from leaders and understand India's future opportunities.

Learning

Understand business, startup and industry growth.

Inspiration

Get inspired by entrepreneurs and changemakers.

Networking

Meet professionals, founders and mentors.

Career Exposure

Explore future career and business directions.

For Visitors

Meet people, explore opportunities and experience India's business movement.

Networking

Connect with entrepreneurs and professionals.

Discovery

Explore businesses, brands and growth sectors.

Event Access

Attend conclave, award and networking sessions.

Opportunities

Find new ideas, contacts and collaborations.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers related to awards, fees, selection, venue, sponsors, delegates, media, and event arrangements.

Yes, award nomination may include an application or participation fee depending on the selected category.

Winners are shortlisted based on profile, achievements, business impact, innovation and category relevance.

Award nomination or participation fees are generally non-refundable once the application is processed.

Yes, startups, MSMEs, entrepreneurs, corporates, institutions and professionals can apply.

The event will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Parking details will be shared with registered participants before the event.

Business formal, ethnic formal or smart formal attire is recommended.

Entrepreneurs, professionals, founders, students, executives and business owners can register as delegates.

Yes, confirmed delegates will receive a pass or QR code after successful registration and payment.

Journalists, media houses, digital creators, YouTube channels, print, TV and radio partners can apply.

Media registration may go through verification before confirmation and media pass approval.

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