Topnotch Foundation presents
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul KalamInspiration Awards2026
The evening.
Thursday, 17 December 2026 · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- 01High teaNetworking with fellow awardees, dignitaries and guests
- 02SpeechesAddresses by the chief guests and Ministers
- 03Award ceremonyAwardees honoured on stage before national media
- 04Media interviewsOn-the-spot interviews with our media partners
- 05DinnerGala dinner with dignitaries and fellow leaders
In the presence of our Chief Guests.
Tap a portrait to watch their personal video invitation.
About the awards.
Named in honour of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India, the Inspiration Awards recognise leaders, entrepreneurs and institutions in business, healthcare and education whose work is building a stronger India.
Organised by Topnotch Foundation — a research, ratings and media consultancy recognising India's finest since 2012.
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Research-led selection
Every nomination is evaluated by our research team against category benchmarks. Recognition is earned, never sold.
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Since 2012
Over a decade of market research, ratings and national recognition platforms across India.
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National dignitaries
Union Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers, MPs and icons have presented our awards.
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National media reach
Coverage across leading TV channels, news portals and magazines for every awardee.
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Premium venues
Ceremonies at landmark New Delhi venues — Bharat Mandapam, Vigyan Bhawan and Hotel Shangri-La Eros.
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Lasting brand value
Trophy, certificate, logo rights, pictures and films you can use across your marketing.
Media & participation packages.
based
Recognition is earned, never sold. Awardees are selected only through our research-led evaluation. Packages are optional — they cover media coverage, venue, hospitality and promotion, and have no role in selection.
01Basic Participation & Print MediaEssential · 9 benefits
Pricing on request
- Award presented by Ms Saina Nehwal and one Minister / Politician
- Coverage in 100+ online news portals (ANI, Zee, HT, DailyHunt, Outlook, etc.)
- Promotion on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn
- Award trophy, certificate & logo usage rights
- Use of event pictures & videos on official / third-party platforms
- 1-page PPT profile display
- 2 invitation passes
- Professional event photography & videography, shared after the ceremony
- Your representative or CEO receives the award on stage before media & dignitaries
02Media TelecastMost chosen · 10 benefits
Pricing on request
- Award presented by Ms Saina Nehwal and two Ministers / Politicians
- Featured in the Top 50 Awardees list
- Telecast / interview on India Today & Aaj Tak International
- Coverage in 100+ online news portals
- Coverage in Lifestyle Magazine & Medgate Today Magazine
- Logo branding on event media backdrops
- 3 invitation passes
- 1-page PPT profile display
- Professional event photography & videography, shared after the ceremony
- Full award branding & promotional rights
03Top 20 Award with Media TelecastPremium · 10 benefits
Pricing on request
- Recognised among the Top 20 Awardees by a Union Minister & Ms Saina Nehwal
- Telecast / interview on India Today UAE & Aaj Tak International
- Speech opportunity for company officials during the event
- Screening of your corporate film (1–2 minutes)
- Featured on 150+ online news portals
- Coverage in Lifestyle Magazine & Medgate Today Magazine
- 4 invitation passes
- 2-page PPT profile display
- Professional event photography & videography, shared after the ceremony
- Full rights to award logo, pictures & certificate for promotional use
04Title SponsorExclusive · one partner · 11 benefits
₹10,00,000+ taxes · only one title partner
- "Presented by" title association with the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Inspiration Awards 2026
- Your logo on the main stage backdrop, entry gate, trophies and certificates
- Chairman / CEO keynote address on the main stage (5 minutes)
- On-stage felicitation alongside Ms Saina Nehwal and Union Ministers
- Dedicated telecast / interview on India Today & Aaj Tak International
- Corporate film screening (up to 3 minutes)
- Featured on 150+ online news portals + dedicated press release
- Branding on the event website, emailers, social campaigns and press kit
- Product display / experience zone at the venue
- 10 invitation passes with front-row seating
- Professional photography & videography with a dedicated highlights film
How awardees are selected.
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Application
Submit your nomination with organisation details, achievements and supporting documents.
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Shortlisting
Our research team evaluates each profile against category benchmarks and eligibility.
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Finalising
Final awardees are confirmed and invited to the national ceremony.
Leaders who have graced our stage.
Dr. Pramod SawantChief Minister of Goa
Shri Chirag PaswanUnion Cabinet Minister, Food Processing Industries
Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal JiUnion Cabinet Minister, Law & Justice
Shri Giriraj SinghUnion Cabinet Minister, Rural Development
Shri Parshottam RupalaUnion Cabinet Minister, Fisheries & Animal Husbandry
Shri Ramdas AthawaleUnion Minister, Social Justice & Empowerment
Shri Bandaru DattatreyaHon'ble Governor of Haryana
Shri Bhagat Singh KoshyariHon'ble Governor of Maharashtra
Dr. Harsh VardhanFormer Union Health Minister
Smt. Hema MaliniFilm Actress & Member of Parliament
Ms. M C Mary KomOlympic Boxer & Former MP
Mr. Ravi KishanFilm Actor & Member of ParliamentOur previous ceremonies.
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Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Inspiration Awards 20252025
Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Memorial Awards 20252025
Sardar Patel Unity Summit 20252025
Atal Samman Samaroh 20242024
Global Leadership Summit & Awards 20242024
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Good to know.
When and where is the ceremony?
The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Inspiration Awards 2026 will be held on Thursday, 17 December 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM, at Hotel Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi. The evening includes high tea, speeches, the award ceremony, media interviews and dinner.
Who are the chief guests?
Ms Saina Nehwal, Indian badminton player, and Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary Ji, Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Govt. of India — with more high-level Ministers to be announced.
Do I have to pay to receive an award?
No. Awards are decided only through our research-led evaluation of your nomination. The packages are optional and cover media coverage, venue, hospitality and promotion — they do not influence selection.
How are awardees selected?
Three steps: Application (your nomination with achievements and documents), Shortlisting (our research team evaluates each profile against category benchmarks) and Finalising (awardees are confirmed and invited to the ceremony).
What do the packages include?
Each package bundles media coverage (news portals, TV telecast, magazines), invitation passes, on-stage presence, profile display, photography and videography, and branding rights. Our team shares the details on a call.
How do I nominate or talk to the team?
Fill in the nomination form, request a call back on this page, call +91-7678491100 or email [email protected].
Let us know a good time to talk.
We'd be happy to walk you through the nomination and the packages.
+91-7678491100 [email protected]