Presents

India Digital Awards

About India Digital Awards

Started in 2009, the annual India Digital Awards (IDA) celebrate organizations, teams, and practitioners who have delivered exemplary business outcomes using digital as a medium. IDA stands as India’s most esteemed recognition in the digital domain - a true symbol of innovation and excellence.


These awards give entrants below opportunity:

To establish a benchmark in your industry!

To differentiate your agency/
organization/product

To help you win new businesses!

To boost the morale of your employees!

To boost the visibility of your clients!

Jury 2026

Mr. Abhishek Mehta
Mr. Abhishek Mehta
Digital Marketing Lead
Dabur India
Mr. Abhishek Ranjan
Mr. Abhishek Ranjan
Digital Head (Catch Foods)
DS Group
Mr. Ajey Maharaj
Mr. Ajey Maharaj
Senior Vice President & Head – Corporate Communication & PR
Fortis Healthcare
Mr. Atul Hegde
Mr. Atul Hegde
Founder
YAAP
Mr. Azim Lalani
Mr. Azim Lalani
Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer
Bullet
Mr. Bharat Panchal
Mr. Bharat Panchal
Chief Risk & Regulatory Officer - APAC and Middle East, Global Payment Network, CapitalOne
Discover
Ms. Binda Dey
Ms. Binda Dey
Group Chief Marketing Officer
Knight Riders Sports
Mr. Boby Paul
Mr. Boby Paul
Senior General Manager Marketing
Manorama Online
Mr. Chirag Aga
Mr. Chirag Aga
Chief Marketing Officer
Godrej Petcare
Mr. Dippak Khurana
Mr. Dippak Khurana
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Vserv AudiencePro
Mr. Gaurav Arora
Mr. Gaurav Arora
Chief Operating Officer
Jagran New Media
Mr. L. V. Krishnan
Mr. L. V. Krishnan
Chief Executive officer
TAM Media
Mr. Madakshira Prahalad Sundar
Mr. Madakshira Prahalad Sundar
Chief Marketing Officer
Sinch
Mr. Mahip Singh
Mr. Mahip Singh
Co-Founder
Scatter
Mr. Manoj Varma
Mr. Manoj Varma
Executive Director
Lyra Network
Mr. Mayank Prabhakar
Mr. Mayank Prabhakar
General Manager, Head Of Media & Digital Marketing
vivo India
Ms. Minakshi Achan
Ms. Minakshi Achan
Head - Brand
Jio HotStar
Ms. Nikita Malhotra
Ms. Nikita Malhotra
Head Of Digital Marketing
Woodland
Mr. Pranay Jhaveri
Mr. Pranay Jhaveri
MD India & South Asia
Euronet Worldwide
Mr. Prashant Puri
Mr. Prashant Puri
Chief Executive Officer & Co founder
AdLift
Mr. Pravin Sharma
Mr. Pravin Sharma
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Getepay
Ms. Prrincey Roy
Ms. Prrincey Roy
Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
Huella Services
Mr. Puneet Singhvi
Mr. Puneet Singhvi
Chief Strategy Officer
Network18 Group
Mr. S Anand
Mr. S Anand
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
PaySprint
Mr. Sabhareesh Muralidharan
Mr. Sabhareesh Muralidharan
Head of Marketing & Inside Sales
Gnani.ai
Mr. Samir Sethi
Mr. Samir Sethi
Vice President & Head Of Brand Marketing
Policybazaar.com
Mr. Sarthak Vij
Mr. Sarthak Vij
Head Of Digital Marketing & D2C business
Borosil
Mr. Shaurya Tyagi
Mr. Shaurya Tyagi
Head Of Digital Marketing
JSW
Mr. Shawn Chandy
Mr. Shawn Chandy
Chief Marketing Officer
Paragon
Ms. Shefali Khalsa
Ms. Shefali Khalsa
Sr. Director & Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications
TransUnion CIBIL
Mr. Shetanshu Dikshit
Mr. Shetanshu Dikshit
Lead Digital Communications
Pernod Ricard India
Mr. Sujit Janardanan
Mr. Sujit Janardanan
Chief Marketing Officer
Neysa
Mr. Vivek Bhargava
Mr. Vivek Bhargava
Founder
Consumr.ai

Partners 2026

Platinum Partner
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Gold Partner
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Silver Partner
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Knowledge Partner
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Award Categories

Best Digital Advertising Awards
Best Digital Advertising Awards
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Recognises breakthrough digital marketing and advertising campaigns that demonstrate creativity, strategic thinking, execution excellence, and measurable business impact across online platforms.

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Best Digital Content Awards
Best Digital Content Awards
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Celebrates outstanding storytelling and content-led engagement across formats such as branded content, influencer collaborations, digital series, social narratives, and interactive experiences.

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Best Mobile & App Awards
Best Mobile & App Awards
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Honours mobile-first innovation including app-based services, UI/UX excellence, customer engagement, feature enhancements, and growth driven through intuitive mobile experiences.

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Best Use of AI and Data
Best Use of AI and Data
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Awards transformative use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven insights that enable personalisation, automation, customer intelligence, product optimisation, or performance efficiency.

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OTT & Streaming Platforms
OTT & Streaming Platforms
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Highlights innovation and excellence across streaming platforms including original programming, engagement models, platform experience, user personalisation, and audience growth strategies.

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Special Category Awards
Special Category Awards
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Recognises leadership, purpose-driven initiatives, emerging talent, and distinctive achievements that go beyond traditional categories spotlighting contributions that shape the digital ecosystem.

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Special Category Awards
Special Category Awards
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This award is dedicated to recognizing unique innovations and achievements with respect to creativity, efforts and/or groundbreaking contributions, thus pushing the envelope to inspire in extraordinary ways.

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Best Digital Awards- Healthcare
Best Digital Awards- Healthcare
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This award category recognizes those who have contributed to transformative healthcare solutions and medical advancements.

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Best Digital Awards - Ecommerce
Best Digital Awards - Ecommerce
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This award category celebrates the trailblazers of the e-commerce sectors. From cutting-edge e-commerce platforms to exceptional customer experiences, this accolade spotlights the industry leaders who continue to shape the future of retail.

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Timeline

Nominations Open

11th November, 2025

Early Bird Deadline

30th November, 2025

Nomination Deadline

5th January, 2026

Extended Deadline

*Late fee applicable

14th January, 2026

Awards Night

30th January 2026

Participants Over The Years

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Why Should You NOMINATE?

Brand Visibility

Showcasing Innovation:

It's an opportunity to highlight your creativity, technical expertise, and unique approaches, demonstrating how your company is pushing the boundaries of digital marketing in the ever-evolving landscape.
   
Networking

Networking Opportunities:

Participating in IDA opens doors to valuable networking opportunities helping you engage with industry leaders and potential partners, fostering collaborations that can lead to new business ventures, partnerships, and collaborations. The event serves as a hub for connecting with like-minded professionals and staying updated on the latest trends and technologies.
   
Recognizing Teams

Enhanced Employee Morale and Motivation:

Being acknowledged for hard work and innovative contributions will instil a sense of pride and accomplishment, inspiring your team to push their creative boundaries and excel in digital marketing endeavours. This motivated workforce can be a significant asset for your organization's success.
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Coverage

Recognition and Prestige:

Nomination for IDA will open an opportunity for your organization to win an award ensuring its recognition and prestige within the digital marketing industry. Winning an award will also enhance your brand's credibility and reputation, making your business stand out among competitors.
   
Industry Benchmarking

Benchmarking and Continuous Improvement:

Nominating for IDA will encourage a culture of continuous improvement. It will allow you to benchmark your efforts against industry standards and competitors. The feedback received during the evaluation process would serve as valuable insights for refining your digital marketing strategies.
   
Industry Benchmarking

Industry Insights and Learning:

Nominating for the IDA will offer a unique chance to gain valuable industry insights and knowledge. By showcasing your work and interacting with industry peers, you'll stay updated on the latest trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, fostering continuous learning and growth.

Steps to Nominate

Nomination Closed

Note: Shortlist is announced.

MEMBER

  • - Early Bird -
    ₹ 7,500 + GST
  • - Regular -
    ₹ 9,000 + GST
  • - Extended + Late Fees -
    ₹ 10,000 + GST

NON-MEMBER

  • - Early Bird -
    ₹ 10,000 + GST
  • - Regular -
    ₹ 12,500 + GST
  • - Extended + Late Fees -
    ₹ 14,000 + GST
Click Here to view the IAMAI Member List

Essential Guidelines for Curating Your Entries

As per the submission criteria for the categories you are entering, it's time to start preparing your entries. Make sure to follow these essential guidelines to meet all the necessary requirements and ensure your submission stands out.

  • File size: ≤ 20 MB
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Resolution: 1920 px x 1080 px
  • Format: mp4/mov
  • Codec: H.264 (max bitrate 8196 kbps)
  • Audio Compression: AAC

  • File Size: ≤ 5 MB
  • File Formats: jpg/jpeg

  • Please make sure the URL you share is active.
  • If your website is behind a paywall, please provide details to go past that.

Provide a description of your project in 200 words or fewer, as this will be reviewed by the jury. Take the time to craft your descriptions thoughtfully, as they will help the jury understand your work better. If you are submitting the same project across multiple categories, tailor your description to suit each category rather than using the same text for all.
  • Final review
    • Before submitting your entry, please ensure that you thoroughly review all your submissions.
    • Does the entry title meet your expectations?
    • Is the description accurate?
    • Have you acknowledged all necessary credits?
    • Have you uploaded the correct media for each entry?
Tips

As per the submission requirements of the categories you have chosen to enter in, you will have to start crafting your entries. Ensure you meet these basic hygiene checks while creating your entries.

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Rewind 2024

Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC
Admitad Media
Air India Express
Amazon Seller Services
American Tourister by BigTrunk Communications Pvt Ltd
Angel One by Ethinos Digital Marketing
Asian Paints by FCB Kinnect
Associated Broadcasting Company
Blossomfield Gamingzone
Booking
Chalo Mobility
Cipla Digital Health
Dabur Odonil by Bobble AI
EpiFi Technologies
HDFC Bank by AdLift
Heritage Foods
Indiamart Intermesh
InMobi Technology Services
Intellihealth Solutions
Interactive Avenues
Kellogg's by Interactive Avenues
KFin Technologies
Lego by Amazon Seller Services
LetsFAME Technologies
mediasmart
MMTV
Mobikwik by Applabs Media
Niva Bupa Health Insurance
ONDC
PayU Payments
Pernod Ricard India by Team Pumpkin
Pluxee India
Pocket FM
Pocket smHRt Tech
Poonawalla Fincorp
Reliance Retail
Sameer Nigam
Starcom
State Bank Of India
STT Global Data Centres India
Tanishq by Interactive Avenues and Mahindra Supro Duo by Interactive Avenues
TVS Motor Company
Unimoni Financial Services
Xapads Media - Ad Tech Company of the Year
Xapads Media
Zatun
Acture Media
Adani Digital Labs