Bharat Aerospace & Defense 2026
Award Categories
Aerospace Innovation Excellence Award.
Honors outstanding achievements in the aerospace sector, recognizing organizations or individuals who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, technological advancement, and contribution toward strengthening India’s self-reliance and global leadership in aerospace and defence.
Indigenization Champion Award.
Recognizes exemplary efforts in promoting self-reliance through the development, production, and adoption of indigenous technologies, systems, or components, significantly contributing to India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision in defence and aerospace.
Emerging Defence MSME of the Year.
Honors a dynamic and innovative Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise that has demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and contribution to India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem through indigenous solutions, quality excellence, and technological advancement.
Outstanding Defence Technology Collaboration Award.
Recognizes exceptional partnerships and collaborations between industry, academia, or government that have led to significant advancements in defence technology, fostering innovation, capability development, and strategic self-reliance in India’s defence ecosystem.
Women Achiever in Aerospace & Defence Award.
Celebrates the exceptional contributions of a woman leader or professional who has demonstrated excellence, innovation, and leadership in the aerospace and defence sectors, inspiring greater participation and empowerment of women in these strategic industries.