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Celebrating Women Who Lead, Inspire & Create Impact

The WomenNext Awards 2026 celebrate exceptional women who are leading organisations, building businesses, creating innovation and making a meaningful impact across industries. A prestigious evening dedicated to recognising achievement, leadership and excellence.

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About WomenNext Awards

Celebrating women who lead, inspire and create impact.

The WomenNext Awards 2026 celebrate exceptional women who are leading organisations, building businesses, creating innovation and making a meaningful impact across industries.

A prestigious evening dedicated to recognising achievement, leadership and excellence.

Two recognitions. One celebration.

Different paths.
One powerful spotlight.

The WomenNext Awards 2026 bring together two distinct forms of recognition, celebrating both editorially selected leaders and outstanding nominees chosen by the WomenNext Jury.

Editorially researched and selected

NEXT 100 WOMEN LEADERS - INDIA 2026

A specially curated recognition honouring 100 outstanding women leaders across India, selected through editorial research and assessment by Media Mohalla. Selection is based on leadership journey, professional achievements, influence and contribution to her organisation or industry.

Open nomination and jury selected

WOMENNEXT AWARDS

Professionals, entrepreneurs, founders, CXOs and women leaders can nominate themselves or be nominated by their organisations, peers or professional networks. Final recipients are evaluated and selected by the WomenNext Jury.

WomenNext award categories

Recognition across leadership, enterprise and impact.

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WOMEN ICON OF THE YEAR

For a woman whose achievements, influence and contribution have made her an inspirational figure in her field.

WOMAN CEO OF THE YEAR

Recognising an outstanding woman CEO who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, business performance and organisational impact.

WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

Honouring a woman entrepreneur who has built and grown a successful business through vision, determination and innovation.

WOMAN BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR

For a senior woman leader who has delivered significant business growth, strategic value and organisational excellence.

WOMAN PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Recognising an accomplished professional who has demonstrated excellence, expertise and sustained contribution in her field.

WOMAN CXO OF THE YEAR

For a woman CXO who has demonstrated exceptional functional leadership and created measurable organisational impact.

EMERGING WOMAN LEADER OF THE YEAR

Celebrating the next generation of women leaders who are demonstrating strong potential, influence and achievement.

WOMAN INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR

For a woman driving innovation through new ideas, technologies, products, processes or business models.

WOMAN CHANGEMAKER OF THE YEAR

Recognising a woman creating meaningful change within her organisation, industry or community.

WOMAN TRAILBLAZER OF THE YEAR

Honouring a woman who has challenged conventions, broken barriers and created a new path for others to follow.

WOMAN INSPIRATIONAL LEADER OF THE YEAR

For a woman whose leadership journey, values and achievements inspire others.

WOMAN INDUSTRY LEADER OF THE YEAR

Recognising a woman who has made a significant contribution to the growth and advancement of her industry.

WOMAN STARTUP LEADER OF THE YEAR

For a woman founder or leader who is building an impactful and high-potential startup.

WOMAN SOCIAL IMPACT LEADER OF THE YEAR

Celebrating women creating measurable and meaningful social impact through their work or initiatives.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - WOMEN

The highest recognition for a woman whose distinguished career and contribution have created a lasting legacy.

How nominations work

From nomination
to the spotlight.

Nomination

Submit a nomination under the relevant WomenNext Award category.

Profile Review

The submitted profile and achievements are reviewed against the category criteria.

Shortlisting

Eligible nominations are shortlisted for jury evaluation.

Jury Evaluation

The WomenNext Jury evaluates shortlisted candidates based on leadership, achievements, impact, innovation and contribution.

Final Selection

The jury determines the final award recipients in each category.

Awards Ceremony

Winners are formally recognised at the WomenNext Awards 2026 in Mumbai.

WomenNext Advisory Board

Guided by experience.
Judged on excellence.

The WomenNext Awards are supported by an esteemed Advisory Board comprising accomplished leaders and industry professionals. Members of the Advisory Board will also constitute the WomenNext Jury and participate in the evaluation and final selection of nominees across the open nomination categories.

S Divaakar

S Divaakar

Chief Executive Officer | Macis Media India Pvt Ltd

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The grand awards evening

An evening of achievement and excellence.

An elegant evening bringing together distinguished women leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, jury members and invited guests for a celebration of achievement and excellence.

26 November 2026Mumbai, India

Registration & Welcome Reception

WomenNext Awards Ceremony

Cocktails & Gala Dinner

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Know a woman who deserves the spotlight?

Nominate an exceptional woman for the WomenNext Awards 2026 and give her achievements the recognition they deserve.

26 November 2026Mumbai, India
WomenNext Awards 2026

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