The Economic Times Awards forEnterprise Tech Excellence2026
Honouring the Leaders & Organisations Building India's Digital Future
About the Award
India's Most Prestigious Enterprise Technology Recognition
Celebrating the visionaries and organisations shaping the future of the enterprise through technology.
The ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence recognise visionary CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CAIOs, CISOs, technology leaders and enterprises that are leveraging AI, data, cloud, cybersecurity, digital engineering and emerging technologies to drive innovation, business transformation and measurable impact.
With categories spanning AI, Data, Digital Transformation, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Enterprise Applications, Manufacturing, Sustainability and Emerging Technologies, the awards recognise the leaders, teams and initiatives redefining modern enterprises. Every category is designed to celebrate measurable business impact, innovation and technology excellence across the enterprise.
Key dates
Road to Glory 2026
15 August 2026
Nomination Starts
Open now
30 September 2026
Nomination Deadline
Closing soon
31 October 2026
Shortlist Announcement
Upcoming
17 November 2026
Finalist Announcement
Upcoming
27 November 2026
Grand Celebration
Upcoming
Six reasons. One decision.
Why you should enter
Free to nominate. Open to any individual, business or organisation that meets the eligibility criteria.
Free to Nominate
No fees to submit your entry.
Open to Every Business
Organisations of every size can participate.
Independent Evaluation
Every entry undergoes a fair review.
Global Recognition
Winners gain visibility beyond India.
Dedicated Winner Profiles
Showcase your achievement on our platform.
Amplify Your Success
Extend recognition across ET's ecosystem.
Categories
Every recognition sits under one of three routes — Organisation, Project & Technology, or Individual Leadership. Choose the route that fits the work, then pick your category.
Organisation · Project & Technology · Individual Leadership
Organisation Excellence
Digital Enterprise Excellence
The leading digital transformation case study in your industry. One common recognition, judged within your sector and revenue peer set.
Nominate in this type
Project & Technology Excellence
Excellence in Technology Implementation
Technology initiatives that have moved from concept to production at scale — segmented by industry and technology domain.
Nominate in this type
Individual Leadership Excellence
Leadership Excellence
Visionary technology leaders shaping the digital future of their organisations and delivering measurable business transformation.
Nominate in this typeGlimpses from past editions
The room where recognition is earned.
Ministers, jury chairs and enterprise technology leaders — the company you keep when your work is recognised here.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need before you file
01What are the ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026?+
India aspires to become a leading digital force, with the goal of achieving a $1 trillion digital economy by 2028. Enterprise technology is the cornerstone of India's digital transformation, fostering innovation and growth. On this journey, visionary digital leaders are crucial in propelling India to new heights. It is time to recognise the outstanding efforts of these leaders who spearhead digital excellence. Following the successful launch of Enterprise IT Excellence Awards, featuring N. R. Narayana Murthy, Founder of Infosys, as the Grand Jury Chair, we are now poised for an impressive third edition — The Economic Times Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026. The Economic Times Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026 will highlight India's business and digital transformation successes. By bringing together India's leading IT minds, the awards will serve as a breeding ground for innovative ideas and strategies.
02What categories are included in the ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026?+
The awards include multiple categories that recognise enterprise technology leadership, digital transformation, innovation, cybersecurity, data and analytics, cloud adoption, customer experience, and other high-impact technology initiatives.
03Who can participate in the ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026?+
The ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence recognise visionary CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CAIOs, CISOs, technology leaders, and enterprises that are leveraging AI, data, cloud, cybersecurity, digital engineering, and emerging technologies to drive innovation, business transformation, and measurable impact.
04What criteria are used to evaluate nominations for the ET Awards for Enterprise Tech Excellence 2026?+
Nominations are generally evaluated on innovation, strategic relevance, execution quality, scalability, measurable business impact, stakeholder value, and the sustainability of the technology initiative.
Contact us
Talk to the programme team
For any issue requiring immediate escalation, please write to shahbaz.khan@timesinternet.in — Md. Shahbaz Khan, Director, Special Initiatives & Business Strategy, The Economic Times Business Verticals.
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