🏆 NAFCON 2026

21st NBFC & Fintech Awards 2026

Celebrating innovation, leadership, and excellence across India’s NBFC & Fintech ecosystem

Awards stand as a testament to the exceptional work carried out by individuals or organizations. They reflect the true value of the contributions made and inspire a renewed drive to achieve even greater milestones. Awards also act as a catalyst, motivating others to think innovatively and push boundaries. Such recognition is invaluable—beyond measurement—yet deeply cherished and celebrated.

To honor this spirit of innovation and dedication, Bharat Network Group | The Banker Media, in association with FIDC, Sa-Dhan, BCFI, and AKMi, will present the 21st NBFC & Fintech Awards 2026. These awards recognize outstanding personalities and organizations that have delivered remarkable and impactful contributions for the betterment of their company and society.

We have categorized the awards into multiple segments to ensure that a wide range of exemplary work is acknowledged and celebrated.

Event Details
When 27th Feb 2026
Where Holiday Inn, Aerocity, Delhi
Important Dates
15th Feb 2026 Last Date for Entry Submission
20th Feb 2026 Shortlist Announcement
27th Feb 2026 Winner Announcement

Award Categories

NBFC
Best IT Implementation of the Year
Best Technology based NBFC
Best NBFC in SME Co-Lending
Best Customer Centric IT Implementation of the Year
Best Innovative IT Implementation of the Year
Best Data Driven NBFC of the Year
Best House Financer of the Year
Best Upcoming NBFC of the Year
Best FinTech NBFC of Year
Smart NBFC of the Year
Most Influential NBFC of the Year
The Dominant NBFC of the Year
Best Vehicle Financer of the Year
Outstanding Company in Affordable Housing Finance
Microfinance
Best Tech Savvy Microfinance of the Year
Best IT Implementation of the Year
Best Technology based Microfinance
Best Customer Centric IT Implementation of the Year
Best Innovative IT Implementation of the Year
Best Data Driven Microfinance of the Year
Best Upcoming Microfinance of the Year
Smart Microfinance of the Year
Most Influential Microfinance of the Year
The Dominant Microfinance of the Year
Fintech
Best FinTech of the Year
Most Influential FinTech of the Year
The Dominant FinTech of the Year
Best FinTech NBFC of the Year
Best Customer Centric IT Implementation of the Year
Best Innovative IT Implementation of the Year
Best Innovation in Payments
Best Sustainability Initiative in FinTech
Best Fintech & NBFC Collaboration
Best Fintech & Bank Collaboration
Best use of AI in FinTech
FinTech Startup of the Year
Individual
Innovative Leader of the Year
Dynamic Tech Leader of the Year
Out of the Box Thinker of the Year
The Trailblazer of the Year
Best IT Leader of the Year
The Doer of the Year
FinTech CEO / CTO / CIO of the Year
NBFC CEO / CTO / CIO of the Year
Microfinance CEO / CTO / CIO of the Year
Young Leader of the Year
Women Leader of the Year
Lifetime Achievement Award
Hall of Fame Award
HFC Best COO of the Year

Nomination Fee Structure

Individual

INR 11,800
(Including GST)

NBFC & Microfinance

INR 17,700
(Including GST)

FinTech

INR 29,500
(Including GST)

Nomination Terms & Guidelines

  • All Nominations will be treated as CONFIDENTIAL.
  • Applicants should submit the online nomination form.
  • Multiple categories can be selected in the online form.
  • Nomination fees are applicable at this stage to keep the process fair and independent.
  • Discounts:
    • 3–5 categories: 5%
    • 5–10 categories: 10%
    • Above 10 categories: 15%
  • All submitted applications are shared with an external Panel of Jury.
  • Please do not submit any confidential data as multiple parties are involved in the assessment.
  • The Panel of Judges and Juries decide the category-wise winners.
  • Each category might have multiple winners.
  • Awards are non-transferable.
  • This application processing fee is non-refundable and non-negotiable.
  • Winners will be informed at least 15 days prior to the award ceremony.
  • Category-wise winners will be announced & felicitated at 21st NAFCon 2026.

Bank Details for Nomination Fee Transfer

  • Name of the Account: Be to Be Market Media Private Limited
  • Account Number: 10179696666
  • Bank: IDFC First Bank
  • Branch: Kaushambi, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
  • IFSC Code: IDFB0020146
  • Swift Code: IDFBINBBMUM

GST TAX INVOICE will be shared following the transfer of award nomination fee.

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Contact Us

For Sponsorships, Speaking, Delegate & Award Nominations

For Sponsorship & Exhibition

Abhinav Chaudhary

📞 +91-8700749849

✉ abhinav@thefoundermedia.in

For Speaking, Delegate & Awards Nominations

Neha Gupta

📞 +91-9891479894

✉ neha@thefoundermedia.in