21st August 2026
4 PM Onwards
Pune
21st August 2026
4 PM Onwards
Pune
Buzzing for भारत is an initiative designed to support and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of our Startups and MSMEs, who have emerged as a growth engine and the true backbone of Bharat’s economy. As our nation march towards Viksit Bharat, we are proud to recognise & celebrate the change-makers and superheroes who are relentless in breaking the shackles of traditional ways of managing businesses and took the freedom to adapt to the latest technologies in digitising their business operations, thereby unlocking exponential growth.
Through Digital Excellence Awards 2026, We take the privilege to cheer for the businesses and entrepreneurs like you - who are #Innovating, #Building and #BuzzingForभारत 🇮🇳
30+ Awards. 3 tracks. Judged by India's finest. Winning here actually means something.
Where India's most promising Startups and MSMEs showcase their journey of digital transformation and growth.
Industry leaders dissecting what's driving India's digital commerce revolution.
First look at AI & full-stack payments infrastructure built to simplify how businesses grow.
Best Tech startup of the year (Organization)
Best Digital Transformation Initiative (Product)
Use of AI (Product / Process)
Best Digital Customer Experience (Product)
Startup Leader of the Year (Individual)
Export Startup of the Year (Global)
BENEFITS
Gain recognition from peers, industry leaders & partners, validating your innovative contributions in India’s digital growth story
Measure your progress against top digital-first businesses and stay ahead of emerging trends and best practices
Boost your brand visibility on stage, short interview with coverage across our platforms, media channels, and industry networks
Access to industry leaders, founders, venture capitalists, ecosystem partners for funding opportunities & strategic collaborations
Access mentorship, pilot programs, and partnership opportunities through the Buzzing for भारत ecosystem
Receive free membership on the Buzzing for Bharat platform and unlock the full suite of digital tools and resources
DEA 2025 IN NUMBERS
DIGITAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2025
NextGen Tech Startup
NextGen Tech Startup
Digital Product Excellence (SME)
Digital Product Excellence (SME)
Excellence in Digital Customer Experience (MSME)
Excellence in Digital Customer Experience (MSME)
Startup Leader of the Year
Startup Leader of the Year
Digital Product Excellence (Startup)
Digital Product Excellence (Startup)
Excellence in AI Adoption (MSME)
Excellence in Digital Adoption (SME)
Excellence in AI Adoption (MSME)
MSME Leader of the Year
MSME Leader of the Year
DIGITAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2025
Ex CDO, Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
CEO, Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE)
National Head - Institutional Banking, AU Bank
MD & Chief Executive Officer, Easebuzz
Executive Vice President, AXIS Bank
Executive Vice President, AXIS Bank
Executive Vice President, GoKwik
Chief Executive Officer, India Fintech Forum
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, PayGlocal
Head of Research, Varanium Capital
Senior Vice President, AU Small Finance Bank
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Xflow
Senior Vice President - Investments, Guild Capital
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Bluno
Director & Chief Technology Officer, Easebuzz
Executive Director, Easebuzz
Group Head, Easebuzz
Head of Marketing, Easebuzz
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