National Media Awards 2026
A national recognition platform for journalists, broadcasters, communicators, media organisations and digital storytellers demonstrating excellence, responsibility, originality and public impact in media and communication.
Recognising Excellence in Journalism, Media and Communication
The National Media Awards recognise professionals and organisations whose journalism, broadcasting, digital media, communication or storytelling demonstrates quality, originality, responsibility, public value or measurable audience impact.
Eligible nominees may include journalists, editors, broadcasters, presenters, digital media professionals, communication leaders, PR professionals, documentary makers, regional media professionals, media startups and organisations.
Strong nominations include representative work, clear context, audience or public value, responsible practice, originality, consistency and evidence of reach, impact, recognition or contribution to informed public communication.
National Media Awards form part of the National Awards India recognition initiatives presented by India Book of Achievements.
National Media Awards 2026 Categories
Categories recognise journalism, broadcasting, digital media, public communication, storytelling, innovation and responsible media impact.
Journalism Excellence
- Journalist of the Year
- Investigative Journalism
- Feature / Long-Form Journalism
- Business / Education Journalism
- Regional Journalism
Broadcast & Presentation
- Broadcast Excellence
- Television Presenter
- Radio / Audio Journalism
- News Presentation
- Interview / Conversation Format
Digital Media
- Digital Media Excellence
- Online News Platform
- Digital Storytelling
- Social Media Journalism
- Emerging Media Platform
Communication & PR
- Communication Professional
- Public Relations Excellence
- Corporate Communication
- Public Affairs Communication
- Campaign Communication
Documentary & Storytelling
- Documentary Excellence
- Visual Journalism
- Photojournalism
- Impact Storytelling
- Public Interest Story
Responsible & Impact Media
- Responsible Media Award
- Public Awareness Communication
- Social Impact Media
- Community Media
- Media Innovation
Media Award Nominations Across India
The awards are suitable for media and communication professionals with credible work samples and evidence of quality, originality, responsible practice or audience and public value.
Journalists and Broadcasters
Reporters, editors, presenters and broadcast professionals producing credible, high-quality work.
Digital Media and Storytelling Professionals
Digital publishers, documentary makers and creators using new formats for useful public storytelling.
Communication, PR and Media Organisations
Communication leaders, PR teams and media organisations demonstrating responsible, effective communication.
What Recognition May Include
Final inclusions depend on the selected recognition package and event edition.
National Media Awards 2026 Timeline
Structured Review Against a 100-Point Rubric
The National Media Awards review considers quality and originality of work, category fit, public or audience impact, professional contribution, responsibility, consistency, innovation where relevant and evidence integrity.
National Media Awards India — FAQs
Who can apply for the National Media Awards?
Eligible journalists, editors, broadcasters, presenters, digital media professionals, communication leaders, PR professionals, documentary makers and media organisations may nominate.
What work samples should be included?
Relevant articles, broadcasts, videos, campaigns, documentary work, published links, audience data, impact evidence and professional references can support the nomination.
Are digital-only media professionals eligible?
Yes. Digital journalism, online media, social-media journalism and other credible digital communication work can be considered in relevant categories.
Can regional-language media professionals apply?
Yes. Eligible professionals and organisations working in Indian languages may be considered where their work fits the category.
When is the current ceremony?
The current National Awards 2026 ceremony is scheduled for 25 October 2026 in Mumbai.
Glimpses From India Achievers Awards 2025
Previous event photographs from a recognition ceremony presented by India Book of Achievements in Hyderabad.
