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.