Celebrating the Tech That Powers Advertising's New World

Following a successful launch edition, the ad:tech Honours Awards are back for 2026! In continued association with the IAA India Chapter, these prestigious awards celebrate the outstanding use of technology that fundamentally transforms the advertising and marketing landscape.
This year, the Honours is bigger and better with 20+ NEW categories designed to recognize the best use of technology, tools, and platforms across the ecosystem. We're shining a spotlight on innovators who are not only redefining industry boundaries but are also driving exceptional, measurable results. Join us as we celebrate the future shapers.

Why Participate

Unlock unique benefits, recognition, and opportunities at the ad:tech Honours Awards.

Award Categories

Best Use of Tool, Tech, or Platform for :

Social Media Management & Analytics
Social Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using the tools to schedule posts, monitor audience sentiment, analyse engagement, and optimise paid social ads for maximum reach and ROI.

Community & UGC Engagement
Social Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to foster community interaction and generate user-created content via contests, polls, or gamified experiences.

Influencer Measurement & Analytics
Influencer Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using analytics platforms to track influencer campaign metrics, verify audience authenticity, and measure ROI through data-driven insights.

Influencer Management
Influencer Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to link influencer content with e-commerce through shoppable posts, affiliate links, or product tags for direct sales impact.

Omnichannel Marketing Automation
Marketing Automation

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to automate and orchestrate campaigns across email, social, web, and programmatic channels for seamless targeting and ROI.

Email & Messaging Automation
Marketing Automation

Initiatives/Campaigns using tools to deliver personalised, trigger-based email and messaging campaigns, optimising engagement through automated workflows.

AI-Powered Media
AI in Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using AI tools to create targeted, personalised media campaigns with dynamic content and optimised ad delivery.

Predictive AI
AI in Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns utilising predictive AI to analyse customer data and deliver targeted offers, thereby enhancing personalisation and conversion rates.

AI Conversation Agent
AI Conversation Agents

Initiatives/Campaigns using AI chatbots or voice assistants with NLP to deliver personalised ads or customer support in vernacular languages.

GenAI-Led Creative
GenAI in Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using generative AI tools to produce innovative ad visuals, copy, or videos for creative marketing content.

Creative AI Collaboration
AI & Creative Automation

Initiatives/Campaigns using AI tools to co-create visuals, copy, or music with human input, blending creativity and automation for impactful content.

AI-Driven Dynamic Creative Optimisation
AI & Creative Automation

Initiatives/Campaigns using AI platforms to dynamically generate and optimise ad creatives in real time based on user behaviour and data.

Programmatic Audio Advertising
Programmatic & Emerging Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using automated platforms to deliver data-driven audio ads on podcasts or streaming services with contextual targeting.

Interactive DOOH Engagement
Programmatic & Emerging Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using interactive digital out-of-home platforms with QR codes, touchscreens, or mobile integrations for real-time consumer engagement.

Connected TV (CTV) Advertising
Programmatic & Emerging Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to optimise ad delivery and targeting on OTT platforms with addressable TV and real-time bidding capabilities.

Retail Media Advertising
Programmatic & Emerging Media

Initiatives/Campaigns using retailer platforms to deliver on-site, off-site, or interactive ads, leveraging first-party data for sales impact.

Immersive Retail Tech
Commerce & Retail Tech

Initiatives/Campaigns using AR or 3D visualisation tools to create virtual try-ons or immersive in-store experiences for retail and e-commerce.

OTT Innovation
OTT Innovation

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms for interactive or shoppable ad formats with AI-driven targeting or dynamic ad insertion on OTT platforms.

Loyalty, Retention & CLV Improvement
Customer Experience

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to manage loyalty programs, retention campaigns, and predictive customer experiences to boost lifetime value.

Search, SEO & Performance Marketing
Performance Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using tools to optimise organic/paid search, conversion rate optimisation, or app engagement for performance marketing.

Affiliate & Partner Marketing
Performance Marketing

Initiatives/Campaigns using platforms to drive commerce via affiliate or partner links.

Prepare Your Nomination Today!

Nomination Checklist

Step 1 - Select your category- Please carefully review the Award categories listed and choose the most appropriate for your entry

Step 2 - Prepare your nomination - Each entry requires mandatory form to be filled, along with supporting documents and video link of case studies. We will require data proof of each entry since the award is based on the use of technology. Please go through the form and required details so that you can prepare your nomination.
Please Download the Nomination Entry Kit to get all the important information that you need before submitting your nomination. Nomination Entry Kit Coming Soon

Step 3 - Nomination Fees:
Early Bird Offer - INR 15,000 + GST per nomination per nomination

Submission & Payment: Please note that each nomination must be submitted separately. If you wish to apply for multiple categories, you will need to complete the nomination process for each category individually. After completing your nomination form, kindly submit it and proceed with the online payment to finalize your submission.

Jury 2026 – To be announced soon.

Judging Process

  • ➔ Judging Criteria
    Each category will have specific evaluation criteria tailored to the focus area:
    Innovation (25%):
    How novel and groundbreaking the technology or approach is.
    Impact (35%):
    Demonstrated ROI, results, business outcomes, or tangible benefits.
    Scalability (20%):
    Applicability across industries, platforms, and audiences.
    Usability (10%):
    Ease of integration, implementation, support, and user experience.
    Communication (10%):
    Clarity, consistency, and creativity in how the tool conveys its purpose and value to users.
  • ➔ Judging Process
    The judging process will consist of 3 stages:
    Stage 1: Preliminary Screening
    • • An expert team reviews nominations to ensure completeness and eligibility.
    • • The top 10 nominees from each category are shortlisted.
    Stage 2: Jury Evaluation
    • • Jury members review shortlisted entries against the judging criteria.
    • • Scores are compiled, and the top 3 finalists in each category are selected.
    Stage 3: Final Deliberation
    • • A final round of deliberation by the jury panel.
    • • Discussions on case studies, live demonstrations, or Q&A with nominees.
    • • Winners and runners-up finalisation.
  • ➔ Enduring Fairness & Integrity
    Judges participating in the competition abstain from voting on entries within their categories, maintaining impartiality and avoiding potential bias. A robust code of conduct governs the evaluation process, ensuring a fair and unbiased review of every submission. This commitment guarantees that only the most outstanding and impactful work is honored.
  • ➔ Confidentiality
    All submitted materials will remain strictly confidential and accessible only to the judges. The winners will be announced on the ad:tech New Delhi event on the First day of the event - 18th March 2026, Yashobhoomi, IICC, Dwarka.
    • • Jury members sign an NDA to maintain confidentiality.
    • • Any conflicts of interest are disclosed before the evaluation begins.

THE EVENT -
Honours Awards Night

Key Details

  • Honours Awards Night Date : Wednesday, 18 March 2026
  • Venue: Yashobhoomi Convention Center (IICC Dwarka), 6th Floor, Sector 25 Dwarka, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi 110061
  • Drinks Reception - 6:00 PM onwards
  • Dress Code: Business Casuals
  • Entry Tickets- 2 Honours Night (ONLY) Passes per shortlisted company are Complimentary.

Get Your Award Night Pass

*2 Honours Night (ONLY) Passes are complimentary with every nomination that gets shortlisted for the awards.

You can also get access to the Awards Night with our ad:tech VIP pass. Each VIP Pass includes access to ad:tech Conference, Speakers Lounge, Business Connect App, Exhibition floor, Honour Award Night Day 1 and includes Lunch on both days.
Book your VIP pass here - https://ticketing.chkdin.com/adtech2026/select-pass/

Contact Us

For Nominations

Shiney Eapen
shiney.eapen@comexposium.com
+91 9871664282

For Partnerships and To Attend

Neha Takkar
neha.takkar@comexposium.com
+91 99999393921

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