AWARD CATEGORY

Corporate Excellence Award (Institutional)

The Corporate Excellence Award recognizes organizations that have made significant contributions to Education and Employability.

Companies can nominate themselves by showcasing their achievements in any one of the following impactful areas:

  • Demonstrating excellence in education or employability initiatives
  • Advocating for tech-driven learning solutions, fostering inclusion and diversity in the workplace
  • Implementing innovative strategies for hiring and onboarding freshers
  • Creating exceptional employee engagement and retention programs
  • Leading apprenticeship initiatives
  • Executing outstanding CSR programs focused on education or employability

By highlighting your company's efforts and successes in one of these domains, you can showcase your commitment to making a difference in the education and employability landscape.

Excellence in Higher Education Award (Educational Institutions)

The Excellence in Higher Education Award celebrates institutions that have excelled in enhancing Education and Employability.

Institutions can nominate themselves by highlighting their accomplishments in any one of the following key areas:

  • Developing outstanding vocational education programs
  • Providing exceptional career services
  • Championing education in rural and remote areas
  • Leading in digital literacy and skills development
  • Effectively implementing technology in online learning

By showcasing your institution's achievements and initiatives in one of these domains, you can demonstrate your commitment to advancing higher education and improving student employability.

Change Maker Award (Industry)

The Change Maker Award - Industry celebrates exceptional leaders in the industrial sector who have driven transformative changes in employability and skill development. These trailblazers showcase significant contributions that align with the vision of Making India Employable through innovation, training, and impactful industry practices.

Nominees for this award should exhibit distinction in at least one of the following areas:

  • Pioneering technological advancements in skill development and training
  • Leading initiatives for industrial digitization and workforce adaptation
  • Implementing forward-thinking training methodologies
  • Promoting robust employee development programs
  • Driving impactful projects that enhance community employability

This award is open to professionals at various career stages who have significantly impacted their industries through innovative and positive changes. Nominate yourself or a colleague to highlight the transformative work contributing to India's employability and industrial excellence.

Change Maker Award (Academia)

The Change Maker Award - Academia recognizes distinguished educators, administrators, and academic leaders who have made significant strides in improving education, fostering employability, and enhancing skilling initiatives within academic institutions. This accolade honors those who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to shaping future-ready graduates through innovative practices and impactful programs.

Nominees should exemplify excellence in any one of the following areas:

  • Developing cutting-edge curricula that align with industry demands
  • Leading initiatives that bridge the gap between education and employment
  • Implementing effective skilling programs for students
  • Driving impactful research and collaborations with industry partners
  • Promoting inclusive education practices that enhance employability for all students

This award is open to educators and academic professionals at all levels who are pioneering innovative solutions and making meaningful contributions to the academic landscape. Nominate yourself or a peer to highlight the transformative work being accomplished in educational institutions.

Rising Stars (Individual)

The Rising Stars Award celebrates young individuals who have shown exceptional talent and dedication in both academic and professional settings. This award is open to students and early-career professionals, including those who are traditionally enrolled in educational programs and those who are employed learners.

Nominees should demonstrate achievements in any one of the following areas:

  • Academic excellence
  • Outstanding skill development
  • Innovative thinking
  • Exemplary Apprenticeship/Internship
  • Leadership in community service
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • STEM excellence
  • Arts and humanities accomplishments
  • Sporting achievements
  • Contributions to environmental and sustainability initiatives

By nominating yourself or a peer, you can showcase the exceptional potential and accomplishments of young individuals who are making a significant impact in their fields.

Bharat Nirman Award (Individual)

The Bharat Nirman Award honors individuals who play a crucial role in shaping and improving the framework for higher education and employability. This award celebrates those who collaborate within a broad network of partners, contributing to initiatives that drive national development and public service.

Nominees should exhibit excellence in areas such as:

  • Creating innovative educational programs
  • Influencing impactful policy changes
  • Executing large-scale employability projects
  • Fostering key collaborations
  • Generating sustainable impact in education and employability

By nominating yourself or a colleague, you can highlight the dedicated efforts being made to empower youth and elevate their career opportunities through visionary and transformative work.