Celebrating Corporate Excellence in Building a Greener and Responsible India
India CSR (indiacsr.in), the nation’s leading platform on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), ESG and sustainability, has officially announced the India Sustainability Awards 2026, recognising companies that are redefining sustainability as a strategic advantage along with a compliance measure. The awards celebrate organizations that are transforming their operations to create a greener, equitable, and future-ready India — where business success contributes directly to the well-being of people and the planet.
| 🗓 Award Ceremony: To be announced soon | |
| 📍Venue: To be announced soon | |
| 🕒 Nomination Deadline: 10 Feb, 2026 (Extended) |
Honouring Sustainability Leadership
Instituted by India CSR, the India Sustainability Awards (ISA) aim to honour outstanding achievements in environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance excellence. The awards recognize innovation, leadership, and measurable impact across sectors in advancing sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance.
“The India Sustainability Awards celebrate those who integrate sustainability at the heart of their strategy — transforming challenges into opportunities and driving inclusive growth,” said Rusen Kumar, Founding Editor, India CSR.
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Award Themes and Categories
The 2026 edition features 12 major award categories across seven core themes:
- Climate Action & Energy Transition
- Resource Stewardship & Water Security
- Greening & Biodiversity Conservation
- Responsible Business & Human Well-being
- Circular Innovation & Waste Management
- Sustainability Reporting
- Leadership Excellence
List of India Sustainability Awards 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Net Zero Commitment – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Zero Emission (Clean Mobility & Green Operations) – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Water Positivity – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Zero Liquid Discharge – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Green Earth Initiatives (Tree Plantation & Ecosystem Restoration) – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Biodiversity Conservation & Natural Capital Management – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Sustainable Development Initiatives – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Zero Harm (Health, Safety & Well-being) – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Circular Economy Leadership – 2026
- India Sustainability Award for Zero Waste to Landfill – 2026
- India Sustainability Report of the Year Award – 2026
- India Sustainability Champion Award – 2026
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Evaluation Process and Jury
Entries will be assessed by an independent jury panel comprising eminent experts, academicians, and policy leaders. The evaluation will focus on standards and best practices, innovation, demonstration effect, and capacity building.
Organizations will be evaluated under three size-based categories —
| ☐ | Large Enterprise (Turnover above ₹1,000 crore / >1,000 employees) |
| ☐ | Medium Enterprise (Turnover ₹100–1,000 crore / 100–1,000 employees) |
| ☐ | Small Enterprise / MSME / Start-up (Turnover up to ₹100 crore / <100 employees) |
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Nomination Guidelines
Nominations are open to all entities — private companies, PSUs, NGOs, and foundations — with operations in India.
All initiatives should have been implemented by the end of FY 2023–24 or FY 2024–25.
Nomination Process Fee
| Award Category | Nomination & Evaluation Fee | Includes GST (18%) |
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| All Organization Categories (Category No. 1–11) | ₹25,000 per category | ✔ Included |
| Individual Category – Sustainability Champion Award (Category No. 12) | ₹5,900 per nomination | ✔ Included |
Download Nomination Details
India Sustainability Awards Brochure
Interested participants can download the nomination form from the Link and email completed applications to awards@indiacsr.in with the subject line “Nomination Submission – India Sustainability Awards 2026.”
About India CSR
India CSR is the country’s largest CSR, ESG and sustainability media network, committed to advancing responsible business practices and sustainability leadership through knowledge sharing, events, and recognition platforms.
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