Small Enterprises
With turnover of INR 10 to 100 Crores
Medium Enterprises
With turnover of INR 100 to 500 Crores
Special Jury Awards
Small Enterprises
With turnover of INR 10 to 100 Crores
These awards celebrate excellence, hard work, dedication, and innovation among small enterprises that power the nation’s progress & growth. Join us in applauding and celebrating these remarkable enterprises that shape the future of our nation with the HSBC presents CNBC-TV18 SME Champion Awards Season 2– where every achievement is a story worth telling!
Excellence in
Tech Export Promotion
Recognizes SMEs that have achieved remarkable success in exporting technology-driven solutions, products, or services. It is aimed at businesses that create and deliver innovative offerings such as software, IT-enabled services, digital platforms, AI/ML-based solutions, cloud technologies, fintech, edtech, HealthTech, and other tech-based products.
Excellence in
Goods Exports Promotion
Recognizes SMEs that have excelled in exporting tangible products, including manufactured goods, artisanal crafts, agricultural commodities, or industrial products. It celebrates businesses that have consistently demonstrated quality, innovation, and global competitiveness in their export practices.
Excellence in
Community Engagement
Recognizes SMEs that have actively engaged with local communities, contributing to their social, economic, or environmental well-being through impactful and sustainable initiatives.
Excellence in
Sustainability Practices
Recognizes SMEs that have integrated sustainable practices into their business operations, demonstrating commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles while achieving measurable outcomes.
Excellence in
Digital Transformation
This award intends to honour any initiative taken by SMEs that demonstrate exceptional prowess in leveraging digital technologies to innovate, streamline operations, and enhance overall efficiency.
Excellence in
Global Expansion
This award recognizes organizations that have successfully expanded their business beyond India’s borders, establishing a strong global presence through strategic partnerships, joint ventures, acquisitions, or market entry strategies. It honors companies that have demonstrated vision, innovation, and resilience in scaling operations internationally while making a significant economic, social, or industry impact.
Manufacturing SME of the Year
Agro & Food
Recognizes SMEs in the manufacturing industry that drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in their processes, contributing significantly to India’s industrial growth while achieving measurable impact. Covers Food & Beverage manufacturing as well as value-added agricultural products.
Manufacturing SME of the Year
Industrial Excellence
Recognizes SMEs in the manufacturing industry that drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in their processes, contributing significantly to India’s industrial growth while achieving measurable impact. Covers Engineering, Industrial Solutions, and Machinery Including heavy machinery, industrial components, and engineering innovations.
Manufacturing SME of the Year
Health & Pharma
Recognizes SMEs in the manufacturing industry that drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in their processes, contributing significantly to India’s industrial growth while achieving measurable impact. Covers Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, and Healthcare Products manufacturing as well as value-added healthcare products.
Services
SME of the Year
Recognizes outstanding service-oriented SMEs that have shown innovation, customer satisfaction, and measurable business growth in the service sector.