India 500 SME Awards

Recognising India's Small and
Medium Enterprises that let their quality speak for itself.

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ABOUT THE AWARD

India 500 SME Awards 2026

The India 500 SME Awards recognises Small and Medium Enterprises that have demonstrated a consistent commitment to quality in their products, services or management. Built for businesses that have grown past the early stages and are now delivering quality at scale, this award acknowledges the work of enterprises that hold themselves to a standard worth recognising.

Every application goes through a structured screening, audit and independent jury evaluation process. Only businesses that meet our defined quality parameters earn a place on the INDIA 5000 list.

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Why Apply

National Recognition

Your business gets officially listed on the INDIA 5000 winners list on india5000.com, a verified national credential that tells clients and partners exactly what standard you hold yourself to.

Winner Logo License

As an INDIA 5000 winner you receive six officially licensed logo designs for your category and year, yours to use across your website, marketing materials, packaging and everywhere your brand appears.

Corporate Video

INDIA 5000 produces a corporate video featuring your business. Production ready content about your work, yours to use across every platform.

Media Exposure

Receive a press release template and a curated list of PR platforms to announce your win to local media, trade publications and industry press.

Trophy and Certificate

Receive an official INDIA 5000 trophy and certificate along with digital 3D versions of both.

The Conference

Winners are invited to the annual INDIA 5000 Conference and Awards Ceremony to receive their award in person and connect with business leaders from across India.

Eligibility

Any Small or Medium Enterprise registered and operating in India with an annual turnover of more than 10 crore is eligible to apply.

Applications are evaluated on quality of products, services or management and must meet the criteria set by Benchmark Trust and verified by TQV Private Limited

Ready to be Recognised?

Applications for the India 500 SME Awards 2026 are open now.

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