A platform to honor startups that put employees at the heart of their innovation, fostering growth and redefining workplace excellence through employee-first initiatives.

We provide a platform for startups to demonstrate how they prioritize employees and create the best workplace experiences through their innovative people policies. Celebrate the startups that lead with an employee-first approach and set new benchmarks in workplace excellence. Nominate your startup and let your employees tell us how awesome you are through a quick and engaging poll survey. 🌟

Eligibility

50-2000 employees

Founded after 2018
(Not older than 7 years)

Startups from all industries (Remote, Hybrid, or Onsite)

Why Apply?

Gain Credibility

Get recognised by EngageWith & NHRD Bangalore Chapter

Boost Employer Branding

Attract & retain top talent

Showcase Workplace Excellence

Prove that your culture is truly exceptional

Industry-wide recognition

Get recognised across industry

Exclusive awards

Winners get felicitated at the award ceremony with exclusive trophy & certificate,  digital badge, and branding toolkit

1. Employee Survey

  • Conducted by EngageWith.

  • Requires a minimum of 70% employee participation.

2. Jury Pitch

  • A 10-slide deck highlighting key aspects of the organization:

  • Introduction

  • Employee Experience & Engagement Initiatives

  • Glassdoor Data

  • Employee Referral Program Metrics

  • Retention & Growth Rates

  • Rebound Hires

  • DEI & Inclusion Programs

  • Innovative HR Initiatives

  • Business Impact of HR Policies

  • Future HR Goals

Registration Starts
8 February 2025
Register on or before
20 March 2025
Last day for Survey & Jury Pitch Submission
8 April 2025
Prelims- Jury Evaluation
To be Announced
Shortlisted for Finals – Announcement
To Be Announced
  • Up to the Preliminary Round, submission of entry is free

  • On getting selected, to participate in the finals – there is a fee of Rs. 25,000 + GST per application

  • What’s in it for the winners?

    • Felicitation at the Award Ceremony
    • Exclusive Trophy & Certificate
    • Digital Badge & Branding Toolkit
    • Industry-Wide Recognition

Best Startups to Work for Award
Epic| 50 - 500 employees
Elite |501 - 1000 employees
Legendary |1001 - 1500 employees
Iconic | 1501 - 2000 employees

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