Nominations open for Nasscom Emerge 50 Awards – India

Deadline: 8 June 2025

The Nasscom Deeptech is thrilled to invite nominations for its Emerge 50 Awards to celebrate startups that anchor India’s Deep Tech story, not just as drivers of economic growth but as catalysts of a socio-technological shift.

Nasscom Emerge 50 awards has been India’s guiding light, illuminating the path for the nation’s most groundbreaking startups. They have witnessed the incredible transformation of the Indian technology landscape, from service-based models to product-driven innovation, fuelled by the rapid rise of Deep tech startups.

They continue to build on this momentum, seeking out the next wave of deeptech pioneers who are redefining the edge of what’s possible and shaping India’s future on the global tech stage.

Benefits

Unparalleled visibility and Recognition:
- Emerge 50 winners will receive national recognition through Nasscom’s vast network. You will be featured in industry events, reports, and publications.
- Pitch your groundbreaking solution to renowned investors and industry leaders at Nasscom Future Forge 2025 (their flagship conclave for deep tech innovation).
- Gain valuable media exposure with interview opportunities, putting your deep tech innovation in the national news.
Fast-track path to funding & partnerships:
- Network with influential corporate executives, potential investors, and decision-makers at Nasscom Future Forge 2025 and throughout the year. Emerge 50 winners gain priority access to these exclusive networking events.
- Winning validates your deep tech solution with top investors. Additionally, Nasscom Emerge 50 winners gain access to dedicated mentorship opportunities to refine your business strategy and prepare for successful fundraising conversations.
Build Lasting Connections:
- Become a part of a Global Deep Tech Community & join a thriving network of deep tech startups, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, your startup should meet these criteria:
- Company Structure:
  - Be registered as a private limited company, a partnership firm, or a limited liability partnership in India.
  - Maintain a functional office in India, even if you operate abroad (excluding technical support functions). This means you should have a headquarters or active operational office here.
- Startup Age and Growth:
  - Be founded within the last 10 years (established after March 2015).
  - Be founded within the last 10 years (established after March 2015).
  - Have a team of at least two people.
- Impact and Focus:
  - Address a real-world problem in industry, society, or the environment, or create a completely new market opportunity.
  - Be an independent company, not a subsidiary or spin-off of another company.
- Deep Tech Innovation:
  - Use deep technology in your product or service. This means it’s based on:
    - A new technology, scientific discovery, or complex engineering process.
    - Be in the early stages of development, from a new startup to a company raising its first round of funding (Series A) or entering early commercialization (TRL 2/3 to TRL 8/9). (TRL stands for Technology Readiness Level, a measure of development.)
    - Have evidence to support your claims, such as a scientific validation, proof of concept, or a prototype. This shows you are actively developing your deep tech solution.