Forty under 40 Awards 2026
Purpose

The 40UnderForty Award is a prestigious recognition dedicated to recognizing exceptional young executives and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of business on a global scale. This accolade celebrates most influential and accomplished young business leaders under the age forty, across diverse sectors committed to business growth, professional excellence and community service and have uplifted their companies or industries at a relatively young age.

These award recipients are celebrated for their exceptional prowess, innovation, and leadership in driving revenue growth and influencing the world of business over the coming decades. They possess strong business acumen, creativity and most importantly the courage to challenge the status quo in sectors ranging from business, technology, finance, entertainment, healthcare, politics, and social impact. These leaders are recognized not only for their entrepreneurial success but also for their ability to inspire and lead teams, challenge traditional norms, and innovate to create value in their sectors.

This accolade not only honors remarkable achievements but also fosters invaluable networking opportunities among aspiring leaders and industry innovators who possess the determination and vision to transform the business landscapes. Achievers’ World aims to create a vibrant ecosystem of networking and collaboration, where we provide a platform for connecting influential young leaders across diverse industries, providing them with invaluable opportunities to collaborate, share insights, and inspire each other through their collective vision, expertise, and determination.

You can apply for this Award, if:

  • Your age should be not more than 40 years as on 10th Feb 2026
  • You are an Indian citizen residing in India or abroad
  • You are a foreign national who has established business relations with India or are contributing to world peace and humanitarian efforts.
  • You have a proven track record of achievements in your respective field, with tangible impact either directly or indirectly on India’s growth, image, or prosperity.
  • You are clear from any charges under Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), formerly known as Indian Penal Code (IPC).

The selection process for awards mechanism comprises the following 3-stage selection process, managed exclusively by an independent third-party media/research agency, composed of industry experts and thought leaders, who assess the disruptive influence, business scalability, differentiation in offerings, and the key decisions that have shaped their success.

STAGE 1: FILTRATION PHASE
At the first stage, the third-party agency thoroughly verifies the authenticity and credibility of the information provided in each nomination. Only those entries that pass this scrutiny move forward to the next stage.

STAGE 2: EVALUATION PHASE
Here, the nominee’s past achievements, accolades, and future objectives are carefully assessed against pre-defined eligibility criteria. If the nomination does not meet the criteria set forth for the Award, it may be rejected.

STAGE 3: SELECTION PHASE
In this final phase of selection, the agency meticulously evaluates the overall merit of all eligible nominees against other candidates. At this stage, the agency may request additional documentation or interviews for further cross check provided in the nomination. Nominees failing to pass this stage are declined here.

By registering for this recognition, you hereby acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

  • All deliverables associated with the applicable administrative charges will be provided by third-party event management company, M/s Brandworks Media Pvt. Ltd.
  • That, you have voluntarily opted for additional PR deliverables by paying the requisite administrative charges as specified.
  • The bestowment of this recognition is based purely on the prima facie vetting of the documents, profile and testimonials submitted by you.
  • That, this registration is subject to realisation of administrative charges paid/to be paid by you.
  • Administrative charges for availing deliverables are non-transferable and non-refundable.
  • That, your nomination has been evaluated exclusively by an independent third-party media/research agency for this recognition.
  • Any discrepancies, false information, or misrepresentation found at any stage may lead to immediate cancellation or revocation of the award.
  • This event may be re-scheduled or discontinued by the organisers at any time.
  • That, the award/certificate issued/to be issued is for personal use only.
  • That, the organisers of this event are indemnified by you from any adverse result occurring out of usage of the name and logo of Achievers’ World.
  • That, you have declared in your nomination that you (the Nominee) are free and clear of any criminal or anti-national charges.
  • In case of any disputes, the matter will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Delhi, India.

NOMINATION FORM


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How did you come to know about these Awards?
That, nominations are exclusively evaluated by a third-party media/research agency – M/s Brandmark Media based on their methodology. That, the organisers have the right to cancel nominations at any stage. That, the Research Agency, may ask for factual details of applicants for completion of the nomination. That, those who don't submit the factual details are surveyed under the perceptual category, followed by a final analysis. That, upon validation of applications, status updates are provided, and for qualifying applicants, the list of organizations/individuals is categorized accordingly. That, information, documents, pictures etc. submitted by the applicants can be used by the organisers for official purposes. That, deliverables against services are provided by M/s Brandworks Media Pvt Ltd which include the applicable administrative charges, which are non-refundable and non-transferrable. That, applicants must declare their freedom from criminal or anti-national charges and ensure accuracy in nomination details. That, any ambiguity or misinformation given by the applicant shall lead to potential revocation of the Award at any stage, even in future. That, event dates and locations may be subject to change or cancellation by the organizers. That, awards/certificates are for applicant's personal use only. That, organizers of the event are indemnified from any adverse result arising from the usage of the name and logo of Achievers’ World Award. That, The Achievers World is not involved in the evaluation process or results, which are solely determined by the Research Agency. That, all disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only.