Section 2
Eligibility & Segments
A fair, structured framework so every nominee competes within their own peer group.
2.1 · Who can apply
- Individuals, businesses, organisations, institutions, NGOs and professional bodies operating legally in India.
- Subsidiaries and Indian arms of multinational corporations.
- Family businesses, partnerships, LLPs, Pvt Ltd, Public Ltd and listed entities.
- Registered startups, MSMEs and emerging enterprises.
- Educational institutions, hospitals, NGOs and impact organisations.
- Professionals nominated for individual leadership categories.
2.2 · Segment Model
Four tiers. Fair competition.
S1
S1
Micro & Emerging
- Annual Turnover
- Up to Rs. 5 Crore
- Employee Strength
- Up to 50 employees
- Business Age
- 1–7 years of operation
- Legal Structure
- Proprietorship, LLP, Pvt Ltd, Partnership
- Presence
- Regional or single-state operations
S2
S2
Small & Growth
- Annual Turnover
- Rs. 5 Cr – Rs. 50 Cr (audited / CA certified)
- Employee Strength
- 51 – 250 employees
- Business Age
- 5–15 years of operation
- Legal Structure
- LLP, Pvt Ltd, registered MSME
- Presence
- Multi-city / multi-state presence
S3
S3
Mid-Market Corp.
- Annual Turnover
- Rs. 50 Cr – Rs. 500 Cr
- Employee Strength
- 251 – 2,500 employees
- Business Age
- 8–25 years of continuous operation
- Legal Structure
- Pvt Ltd, Public Ltd, Listed SME
- Presence
- National or significant regional reach
S4
S4
Large & Legacy
- Annual Turnover
- Above Rs. 500 Crore
- Employee Strength
- 2,500+ employees in India
- Business Age
- 15+ years, or recognised group subsidiary
- Legal Structure
- Public Ltd, Listed Entity, MNC, Conglomerate
- Presence
- 3+ states or international presence
2.3 · Compliance & Integrity
Documentation
All claims must be supported by valid documents — financials, certifications and legal records.
Segment Accuracy
Self-declared segment must be honest. Misrepresentation results in disqualification.
Completeness
Incomplete nominations or submissions past the deadline will not be processed.