ICC Technology
Excellence Award
The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is pleased to announce the "Technology Excellence Awards" to recognize and reward individuals and companies that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies, driving innovation, and improving business performance. The awards aim to promote the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, digital transformation, and sustainable practices among Indian businesses.
Award Categories
ICC
Tech Icon
of the Year
Recognizes world leaders and innovators driving transformative change in technology, often highlighting those with ground-breaking ideas, digital excellence, and strategic leadership in areas like AI, technology, and sustainable solutions. The Award will be conferred to one or two individuals only at the discretion of the Jury.
To recognise and reward the efforts of IT leaders in conceptualizing and successfully adopting and delivering game-changing innovation and digital transformation initiatives for their organizations. The Awards will be given in the following sub-categories:
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Global Capacity Centre (GCC)
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Cloud Computing
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Cybersecurity
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Industry 4.0
Outstanding Tech Innovator Award
To recognise PSUs, companies, and start-ups that have successfully leveraged new technologies to achieve significant outcomes. The Awards will be given in the following sub-categories
Digital Transformation Champion :
Recognizing companies that have successfully implemented digital transformation initiatives, driving business growth and innovation over a period of at least two years and above.
Sustainability Excellence :
Recognizing companies that have implemented sustainable practices, reduced environmental impact, and optimized natural resources.
Innovation Catalyst:
Awarding companies that have developed innovative products, services, or processes, driving business growth and competitiveness.
Emerging Technology Adoption:
Recognizing companies that have adopted emerging technologies such as blockchain, cloud computing, AI, IoT, cybersecurity solutions over the last two years.
ICC
Tech Excellence Award
Eligibility Criteria
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Companies must be registered in India.
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Companies must have implemented cutting-edge technologies and innovations in the last two years.
Evaluation Process
Applications will be evaluated by a panel of industry experts and judges based on the following criteria:
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Innovation and impact of technology adoption.
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Business benefits and ROI
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Sustainability and environmental impact.
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Leadership and vision.
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Demonstrable and measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and environmental sustainability.
Opportunities
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Recognition and visibility for award-winning companies
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Networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers
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Insights from keynote sessions and panel discussions
Event Details
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Date: 8-9 May 2026
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Venue: Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai
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Event format: Inaugural session, Sectoral sessions, Panel discussions, Awards ceremony.
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Expected attendees: 500+ industry leaders, CEOs, and dignitaries
Application Fees
ICC Tech Icon of the Year
No application fees are applicable for this category of Awards and the winner/s will be on the recommendation of the Jury only.
Outstanding Tech Innovator Awards
The nominations of CIOs, CTOs, R&D Specialists and other Tech Innovators will be accessible to the WTC Partners only. For further information, please refer to the WTC Sponsorship matrix. All applications thus forwarded will be adjudged by an independent Jury Panel. Winners will be chosen on the recommendation of the Panel only.
Outstanding Tech Innovator Awards
Organisation Type | Type Turnover | For 1 category | For 2 categories | For 3 categories |
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Large & Medium Enterprise | 250 Cr+ | ₹ 40,000 | ₹ 50,000 | ₹ 60,000 |
Small Scale Enterprise | 249 - 50 Cr | ₹ 20,000 | ₹ 25,000 | ₹ 30,000 |
Start-ups | 49 - 10 Cr | ₹ 15,000 | ₹ 20,000 | ₹ 25,000 |
Important Notes
All applications will be evaluated by an independent Jury Panel based on innovation, impact, sustainability, and measurable outcomes. The decision of the Jury would be final and ICC secretariat will have no role in deciding the winners.
