Eligibility Criteria, Submission Requirements & Judging Framework
1. Real Estate Project Awards
Applicable Categories
Residential, Commercial, Mixed-Use, Township, Villa Development, Luxury Housing, Affordable Housing, Plot Development, Retail, Office, Industrial & Warehousing Projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- Completed Projects must have received Occupancy Certificate (OC) within the last five (5) years.
- Ongoing Projects must have been launched within the last five (5) years.
- Construction work must have commenced at the project site.
- Valid RERA Registration Number is mandatory wherever applicable.
- Commencement Certificate must be submitted.
- Projects must demonstrate innovation, quality construction, compliance, customer value, and market impact.
Special Category: Super Luxury Residential Project of the Year
Project Type
- Residential Apartment
- Luxury Villa Development
- Penthouse
- Sky Villa
- Branded Residence
- Integrated Luxury Township
Eligibility Criteria
- Ongoing projects must have been launched within the last five (5) years.
- Completed projects must have received Occupancy Certificate (OC) within the last five (5) years.
- Valid RERA Registration Number mandatory wherever applicable.
- Construction work must have commenced.
Minimum Qualifying Parameters
- Average unit size of 3,000 sq. ft. and above.
- Minimum ticket size:
- ₹5 Crore and above in Metro Cities.
- ₹3 Crore and above in Tier-2 Cities.
- Located in a premium, prime, or high-value micro-market.
- Low-density development focused on exclusivity, privacy, and luxury living.
- Superior architectural design, construction quality, and lifestyle offerings.
Mandatory Luxury Features
The project must provide at least eight (8) of the following:
- Private Lift Lobby
- Concierge Services
- Smart Home Automation
- Imported Marble/Stone Flooring
- Premium International Sanitaryware & Fittings
- Wellness Centre / Spa Facilities
- Luxury Clubhouse
- Infinity Pool or Temperature-Controlled Pool
- Advanced Security Systems
- Professionally Landscaped Open Spaces
- Private Terrace or Deck
- EV Charging Infrastructure
- Green Building Certification
- Business Lounge
- Private Theatre / Entertainment Facilities
- Premium Sports & Recreation Amenities
2. Builder & Developer Awards
Applicable Categories
Residential Developer, Luxury Developer, Affordable Housing Developer, Commercial Developer, Township Developer, Emerging Developer, Sustainable Developer, Regional Developer, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
- Developer must submit details of 3–5 completed and/or ongoing projects.
- Company should have a demonstrated track record in real estate development.
- Projects submitted should preferably be within the last five (5) years.
Mandatory Documents
- Company Profile
- Project Details
- RERA Registration Numbers
- Delivery Track Record
- Customer Testimonials
- Awards & Recognitions
- Achievements and Industry Contributions
3. Architect & Interior Design Awards
Eligibility Criteria
- Projects completed or substantially executed within the last five (5) years.
- Open to Architects, Interior Designers, Design Studios, and Design Consultants.
Submission Requirements
- Professional Profile
- Project Portfolio
- Design Concept Note
- Sustainability Features
- Drawings, Layouts & Design Plans
- High-Resolution Images and Visuals
4. Realty Consultant Awards
Applicable Categories
Property Consultants, IPCs, Brokerage Firms, Channel Partners, Real Estate Advisory Firms.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Landmark Transactions
- Sales & Leasing Performance
- Market Presence
- Client Retention
- Customer Satisfaction
Submission Requirements
- Area Sold/Leased
- Revenue Performance
- Top Transactions
- Innovation & Best Practices
- Customer Satisfaction Metrics
- Case Studies and Success Stories
5. Branding & Marketing Awards
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to Developers, Marketing Agencies, Branding Agencies, Digital Agencies, and In-House Marketing Teams.
- Campaigns completed or active within the last three (3) years.
Evaluation Areas
- Strategy
- Creativity
- Innovation
- Campaign Execution
- Brand Impact
- Lead Generation & Business Results
General Submission Requirements
All nominations must include:
- Completed Nomination Form
- Company Profile
- Project/Category Presentation (Maximum 20 Slides)
- High-Resolution Company Logo
- Project Images / Campaign Creatives
- Project Plans / Master Plans (where applicable)
- Relevant Certificates & Approvals
- Supporting Documents and Achievements
- Applicable Entry Fee for Each Nomination Category
Judging Parameters
Standard Evaluation Framework
| Criteria | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Concept & Innovation | 25% |
| Quality & Features | 25% |
| Execution & Compliance | 25% |
| Financial Success & Community Impact | 25% |
Additional Evaluation for Luxury & Super Luxury Categories
| Criteria | Weightage |
| Architectural Design & Innovation | 20% |
| Luxury Amenities & Lifestyle Offering | 20% |
| Location & Exclusivity | 15% |
| Construction Quality & Specifications | 15% |
| Sustainability & Smart Technology | 10% |
| Customer Experience & Brand Reputation | 10% |
| Market Performance & Industry Impact | 10% |
Jury Decision
- All entries shall be evaluated by an independent jury panel comprising industry experts, architects, consultants, investors, academicians, and senior business leaders.
- Jury decisions shall be final and binding.
- The organizers reserve the right to reclassify entries into more appropriate categories if required.
- 1 Awards Entry
- Two Networking Pass
- Media Byte by IBE Editorial
- Online Brand Promotion: Your story, project, or services will be highlighted on www.indiapropertyawards.com, www.internationalbrandequity.com, and www.realtyinfratimes.com with backlinks to your brand or project website.
- Marketing Assets: Receive two IPA 2026 Winner Logos with full marketing usage rights for internal and external communications.
- Social Media Campaigns: Includes digital creative featuring award pictures and videos to promote your brand, project, and leadership achievements.
- Combined PR Coverage in India: Featured on national news platforms like ANI, Business Standard, and 50+ additional outlets.
- International PR Exposure: Coverage on platforms such as Google News, Yahoo, Apple News, CBS & Affiliates, FOX & Affiliates, Marketwatch, CW & Affiliates, and 50+ more.
Awards Ceremony: Includes a prestigious trophy and certificate to honor your win.