Women Listed Excellence Awards 5th Edition
Recognition rooted in continuity, not moments
The Women Listed Excellence Awards is shaped by years of working closely with women-led businesses, professionals, and leaders across industries. It reflects an understanding developed through consistent engagement — where recognition is informed by context, contribution, and continuity.
The fifth edition marks a phase of maturity for Women Listed and its community, reinforcing a continued commitment to recognising work with depth, integrity, and perspective.
The Women Listed Ecosystem
Women Listed has always focused on building meaningful pathways for women — through visibility, capability-building, market access, industry initiatives, and community connection.
The Excellence Awards sits within this larger framework.
It is not an isolated moment, but a point of acknowledgement within an ongoing relationship.
Award Objectives
The Women Listed Excellence Awards aim to recognise and support Indian women who are building businesses, services, and professional practices with intent and responsibility.
The objectives of the awards are to:
- Acknowledge women entrepreneurs, homepreneurs, and service professionals across stages and scales.
- Increase visibility for women-led work across diverse sectors in India.
- Recognise consistent effort, innovation, and meaningful contribution over time.
- Create opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared learning.
- Highlight journeys that can inform and encourage others within the ecosystem.
These objectives are closely aligned with Women Listed’s broader commitment to access, growth, and long‑term engagement.
Why Nominate Yourself
Nominating yourself is an opportunity to have your work acknowledged within a community that values depth, continuity, and responsible growth.
Through the nomination process, you gain:
- Recognition for work built with intent and consistency
- Visibility within the Women Listed platform and wider ecosystem
- Access to a network of women entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals
- Inclusion in a curated community supporting learning and collaboration
- An opportunity to be recognised as part of a collective shaping women-led work in India
The nomination is not only about winning — it is about participation and visibility within a sustained ecosystem.
How to Nominate?
Nominating yourself or someone else is easy! Follow these steps to get started:
Submit your Application
Fill out the online nomination form with accurate details about your business or professional journey.
Verification & Confirmation
Our team will connect with you to verify your details.
Once verified, complete the nominal nomination fee to confirm your entry.
Detailed Nomination Form
After confirmation, you will receive a second form to share deeper insights about your journey, growth, and online presence.
Review & Recognition
All nominations are reviewed by a panel, with awardees announced at the on-ground awards ceremony.
Judging Criteria for Celebrating Excellence Awards 2026
Nominations will be evaluated on the following key areas:
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Business Story – Your journey, inspiration, and what makes your business unique.
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Achievements – Key milestones, challenges you’ve overcome, and measurable successes.
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Customer Impact – Commitment to customer satisfaction and memorable success stories.
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Innovation and Adaptability – Introduction of creative ideas and ability to adapt to change.
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Community Contribution – Positive impact on the community through collaborations, sustainability, or support initiatives.
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Future Vision – Goals for the coming year and your roadmap to achieve them.
We welcome nominees at all stages of their journey — whether your business is home-based or growing.
Poonam Barua
An accomplished Global business leader, Economist, Independent Board Director, Author, CEO of WILL Forum India, and Founder Chairman of the "Forum for Women in Leadership.
Dr. Ananta Singh Raghuvanshi
Corporate leader with 30 years
in the real estate industry, she
has held CXO positions with DLF,
EmaarMGF & more. She is the
President and Founder of
NAREDCO MAHI.
Dr. Prerna Kohli
Awarded Clinical Psychologist
with over 27 years in the field &
Founder of MindTribe. She is also
a published author, a 4 times
gold medalist, and an intensive
research scholar.
Advancing Women, One Listing at a Time
Event Details
Pannel Discussion
A Glimpse into Our Past Events
Catch highlights from previous editions featuring inspiring women entrepreneurs, conversations, and celebrations of success.
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| Time | Awards Event Schedule / Agenda |
|---|---|
| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Guest Entry & Registrations |
| 11:30 AM - 11:40 AM | Opening of the Event |
| 11:45 AM - 11:55 AM | Address by Ms. Meeta Gutgutia |
| 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM | Lighting of the Lamp & Special Note by Chief Guest |
| 12:20 PM - 12:50 PM | Panel Discussion: Increasing Visibility of Indian Women Entrepreneurs |
| 01:00 PM - 01:10 PM | Introducing the Jury & Awards |
| 01:10 PM - 02:10 PM | Award Ceremony |
| 02:10 PM - 02:15 PM | Thank You Note |
| 02:15 PM - 03:30 PM | Lunch, Photo Ops & Networking |
Contact Us
+91 95558 95556 | info@womenlisted.com
FAQ
The Women Listed Awards celebrate the achievements of women entrepreneurs, homepreneurs and practitioners from diverse fields, providing them with recognition and visibility.
Women-led business, home-run businesses, women entrepreneurs, practitioners, experts, and social entrepreneurs in specific industries (details provided in the application form) are eligible to apply.
We have several categories tailored to different business sectors and achievements. A detailed list of categories will be available on the application form or website. Choose the category that aligns most with your business type and accomplishments.
Participants gain increased visibility, a chance to connect with a larger audience, recognition for their achievements, access to the Women Listed Exclusive Community, and opportunities to network with other entrepreneurs and professionals.
The process involves filling out an online application form with accurate details. After you submit, you will receive a call from our Team to verify your details. Check your details, and fill the nominal nomination charges to confirm your entry to the Awards.
After your Nomination is confirmed, you will receive another form to complete, where you need to share more details about your business journey, inspiration, business growth, social media links, and so on. This form will help our Jury/Panel to access your Nomination accurately.
It takes 15–20 minutes to fill out the application form. The follow-up form seeking your business details may take additional time, depending on how much information you can provide us.
The judging panel comprises experts, entrepreneurs, and professionals from various sectors who bring credibility and impartiality to the selection process.
The judges evaluate innovation, business impact, customer engagement, growth, and how well the applicant meets the criteria set by the Panel.
The Winners will be announced at our on-ground Awards Event on 28th of March, 2026, in Delhi.
We are charging a Nominal Nomination Fee of 3499 INR. This fee includes application processing and event participation for nominees.
There are no additional costs beyond the application fee for the Nominees. However, the Application fee charge would only cover entry for 1 Person at the Event. For anyone accompanying the Nominee at the Event, additional Attendee Charges (1999 INR per person) need to be made.
No, the application fee is non-refundable.
We accept online payments via credit/debit cards, UPI, net banking, and digital wallets.
The awards ceremony details, including date and venue, are all on our Awards Page. The Event will be held on 28th March, 2026, at the India Habitat Centre (IHC), Delhi.
Yes, we have made arrangements for a delicious and thoughtfully curated Complimentary Lunch for all attendees during the awards ceremony.
Yes, you can bring guests to accompany you to the Event. However, each additional attendee will be charged 1999 INR. If you wish to bring along a guest, please inform the organiser beforehand, as this is an Invite-Only Event.
Yes, the Guest (+1) accompanying you can make the payment for the attendee pass (1999 INR per person) at the Venue. However, guest seating is subject to availability. So we encourage you to register them in advance.
Winners will receive personalised trophies and a special certificate. Additional benefits will be there for Awardees, such as Branding Coverage, Community Access, Networking Opportunities, and Promotions on Women Listed platforms and social media channels, providing them with visibility.
The Awards will be handed out by our Esteemed Special Guests present at the Event, including our Jury Members.
All Nominees will receive a Certificate of Recognition from Women Listed for their self nomination.
Yes, the Event will be attended by other women entrepreneurs and professionals from diverse fields. You can use this chance as a networking opportunity for yourself and your business.
If due to any unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend the event, you can send 1 representative to the event to collect it on your behalf. If this is also not feasible, you can coordinate with our team to collect your award from our office at a convenient time. Alternatively, we can arrange for the award to be delivered to you, provided you cover the shipping cost. Please reach out to us in advance to discuss the necessary arrangements.
Absolutely! As a Nominee or a Winner you get a Women Listed profile and Access to our WhatsApp Community of women entrepreneurs. You also get a chance to connect with a network of over 100 fellow entrepreneurs during our exclusive events that happen in future.
Yes, winners are encouraged to use the official award badge in their marketing materials and social media to showcase their achievement.
Yes, the event is open to those who wish to attend as supporters or for networking purposes. Whether you have a home-based or small-scale business or practice, or are a budding professional in the process of setting up a venture, or simply curious to learn, this event provides an excellent opportunity to network and gain insights into the journeys of other women entrepreneurs. You can purchase an Attendee Pass for 1999 INR per person to be part of this exclusive event.
The attendee pass grants you access to the awards ceremony, networking opportunities, and a complimentary lunch during the event.
You can contact our organizing team or visit our website's event page to book your attendee pass. Please note that the event is invite-only, so prior confirmation and registration are mandatory.
Yes, you can attend with others, but each person must purchase an individual attendee pass (1999 INR per person). Please inform the organisers beforehand to ensure your group is accommodated.
Yes, the event is strictly invite-only, and attendee passes must be booked in advance. Entry without a valid pass or invitation will not be permitted.
As it is a formal, business awards event, we encourage the attendees to follow the dress code: Formal Indian or Formal Western attire.
Yes, the event organizers reserve the right to refuse admission or remove any attendee if deemed necessary. This may include, but is not limited to, instances of non-compliance with event guidelines, inappropriate behavior, or failure to meet eligibility criteria. Our priority is to maintain a respectful and professional environment for all attendees.
