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  • 11  July  2025
  • New  Delhi
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8th NBFC100 Leader of Excellence Awards

Celebrating Visionaries of NBFC Excellence

We are excited to announce the 8th Elets NBFC100 Leader of Excellence Awards, a prestigious celebration of innovation, leadership, and excellence in the Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector. Held as part of the 19th Elets NBFC100 Tech Summit, India’s longest-running and most impactful NBFC gathering, these awards honour the visionary institutions and individuals driving growth, digital transformation, and inclusive financial services.

These awards recognise outstanding organisations and leaders committed to reshaping the future of financial services.

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Celebrate your achievements with top industry leaders and innovators.

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Connect with influential figures shaping the future of finance.

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Explore transformative stories of resilience and innovation.

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Gain insights into best practices and industry standards.

Dates to Remember

Early Bird Deadline

13 June 2025

Last Date to Nominate

25 June 2025

Editorial Meet

7 July 2025

Awards Ceremony

11 July 2025

Award Categories

Finance Institutions

  • Outstanding Performer in Business Continuity
  • Fastest Growing Housing Finance Company
  • Outstanding Product Innovation
  • Excellency in Technology Implementation
  • Outstanding Leader in Affordable Housing Finance
  • Outstanding Talent and Diversity Culture Endeavor
  • Remarkable New Application Development Initiatives
  • Analytics Leader in the Housing Finance

  • Excellence in Compliance and Legal Management
  • Innovative New Product Initiative in MSME Lending
  • Innovative Digital Lending Support
  • Promising Name in Startup Innovation
  • Outstanding Performer (Enterprise Lending )
  • Trailblazer in Digital Lending
  • Excellence in Innovation & Customer Engagement Initiative
  • Emerging NBFC for Gold Finance
  • Innovative New Product Initiative
  • Excellence in Industry-Specific Solutions
  • Excellence in Financial Products & Services
  • Innovation in Technology-Enabled Supply Chain Financing
  • Outstanding Women Customer Engagement Effort
  • Outstanding Women Customer Engagement

  • Excellence in Financial Inclusion
  • Emerging Micro Finance
  • Excellence in Secured Employee Engagement
  • Fastest Growing NBFC
  • Outstanding Technology Implementation
  • Emerging Name in Business Transformation
  • Outstanding name in Digital Transformation
  • Innovative New Product Endeavor

  • Excellence in Digital Innovation
  • Outstanding Customer Experience
  • Leader in Technology Intervention
  • Excellent Use of Emerging Technology for Business Growth
  • Outstanding CSR Project
  • Exemplary Financial Inclusion Initiative

  • Emerging Housing Finance Company
  • Leading Retail Finance Company
  • Most Innovative Technology Product/ Service
  • Outstanding Support for Financial Inclusion
  • Impactful Contribution to Financial Inclusion
  • Exceptional CSR Endeavor
  • Remarkable Group Synergy Endeavor
  • Outstanding Compliance Effort
  • Two - Wheeler Finance NBFC

  • Excellence in Commercial Vehicle Financing
  • Digital Transformation in Commercial Vehicle Financing
  • Customer Service Excellence in Commercial Vehicle Financing
  • Excellence in Commercial Vehicle Fleet OpEx Financing
  • Excellence in Pre-owned Commercial Vehicle Financing
Personalised Categories (Only for Financial Institutions)

  • Excellence in Strategic Leadership
  • Visionary Thought Leader
  • Decision-Making Master
  • Financial Success Champion
  • Customer Strategies Mentor
  • Professional & Ethical Leader
  • Mentoring & Coaching Expert
  • Exceptional Public Speaker
  • Excellence in Strategic Management
  • Pioneer in CSR Practices
  • Sustainable Business Practices Leader

  • Visionary Technology Leader
  • Tech Transformation Titan
  • Digital Transformation Pioneer
  • Breakthrough AI Implementation
  • Emerging Technology Evangelist
  • Mastery in Technology Integration
  • Excellence in Information Security
  • Data Analytics Trailblazer
  • Expert in Data Protection
  • Leadership Through Innovative Approach
  • The Agile Leader

  • Customer-Centric Tech Leader
  • Sustainability Technology Champion
  • AI & Automation Expert
  • Cyber Security Pioneer
  • Excellence in Digital Technology
  • Cloud Computing Leader
  • Emerging Technology Disruptor
  • Regulatory & Compliance Innovator
  • Blockchain Visionary
  • AI & ML Trailblazer

  • Leader in Operational Excellence
  • Process Optimization and Efficiency Champion
  • Strategic Planning and Execution Expert
  • Supply Chain Management Guru
  • Quality Control and Assurance Leader
  • Risk Management and Compliance Specialist
  • Customer Service and Support Excellence
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Champion
  • Employee Engagement and Development Advocate
  • Sustainability and Environmental Management Leader
  • Best COO in Affordable Housing Finance

  • Digital Transformation Visionary
  • Excellence in Digital Transformation
  • Leader in Digital Transformation Strategy
  • Digital Transformation Innovator
  • Digital Innovation Champion
  • Disruption in Digital Innovation
  • New Innovation in Digital Products
  • Excellence in Digital Innovation
  • Innovative use of Cloud Computing
  • User Experience (UX) Design Innovator

  • Cyber Security Visionary
  • Cyber Resilience Expert
  • Security Innovation Champion
  • Data Privacy & Compliance Leader
  • Incident Response Guru
  • Innovation in Information Security
  • Specialist in Ethical Hacking and Vulnerability Management
  • Security Metrics and Risk Management Innovator
  • Effective Fraud Prevention Strategy
  • Innovation in Security Technology

  • Excellence In Risk Management
  • Strategic Risk Management Visionary
  • Risk Mitigation and Resilience Expert
  • Financial Risk Management Specialist
  • Crisis Management and Business Continuity Expert
  • Operational Risk Management Champion
  • Data-driven Risk Analytics Innovator
  • Innovation in Risk Mitigation
  • Sustainable Risk Management Practices
  • Disruption in Risk Management Practices

  • Master in Marketing Innovation
  • Customer Engagement Champion
  • Digital Marketing Trailblazer
  • Content Marketing Specialist
  • Data-Driven Marketing Innovator
  • Sustainability and CSR Marketing Leader
  • Social Media and Community Building Expert
  • Innovation in Product Development
  • Brand Building Champion
  • Innovative Digital Marketing Campaign

  • Excellence in Customer Experience
  • Customer-Centric Innovation Champion
  • Customer Loyalty Program Innovator
  • Outstanding Customer Experience Innovation
  • Leader in Customer Experience Strategy
  • Omni-Channel Customer Engagement Expert
  • Master in Social Media Customer Engagement
  • Outstanding CX Leader
  • Specialist in Customer and Employee Experience
  • Sustainability and CSR-driven CX Leader

  • Big Data and Analytics Visionary
  • Data-Drive Innovation Champion
  • Advanced Data Analytics Pioneer
  • Predictive Analytics Expert
  • Data Privacy and Security Leader
  • Data Governance and Quality Specialist
  • Leader in Operation Efficiency Through Analytics
  • Innovation in AI, ML & Automation for Analytics
  • Customer Insights and Personalization Expert
  • Sustainability and ESG Analytics Leader

  • Crisis Management & Resilience Expert
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Mastery
  • Risk Management Exceller
  • Financial Leader Award
  • Corporate Governance Champion
  • Excellency in Financial Team Building

  • Strategic HR Leadership Award
  • Outstanding Performance in Employee Engagement
  • Diversity & Inclusion Champion
  • Leadership Development Pioneer
  • Technology Innovator
  • Successor in Change Environment & Transformation
  • Team Building Champion
Corporate Categories

  • Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Solution
  • Innovation in Digital Lending
  • Outstanding Data Centre Provider
  • Outstanding Security Testing Provider
  • Cloud Validation Solution
  • ATM Service & Solution Provider
  • Excellence in In-house Technology & IP Ownership
  • Excellence in Payment Infrastructure
  • Innovative Technology Project
  • Innovation in Custody & Securities Services Technology
  • Innovation in Information Security
  • Innovation in Green IT
  • Corporate Sustainability Leader
  • Excellence in Technological Innovation
  • Excellence in Proprietary Technology
  • Innovation in Data-Management
  • Digital Service Innovator
  • Innovation in Neo Banking
  • Financial Risk Management
  • Innovative Reconciliation Solutions
  • Excellence in Global Reach & Impact
  • Excellence in Ethical Standards & Integrity
  • Disruptive Innovation Award
  • Outstanding performance in Customer Centricity
  • Future Digital Leader
  • Excellence in Secured Employee Engagement
  • Leader in Data Transformation Solution
  • Open API Award
  • Leader in Open Digital Ecosystem Platform
  • Network Transformation Leader
  • Leader in Business Transformation
  • Leader in translation of BFSI information
  • Excellence in BFSI Technology Solutions
  • Excellence in Core Banking Solutions
  • Innovative Digital Banking & FinTech Solutions
  • Data Warehouse and Big Data Leader
  • Green Energy & Sustainable Solutions
  • Excellence in IT Infrastructure (Hardware/Software)
  • Most Innovative Fintech Product
  • Excellence in Financial Crimes Risk Management
  • Excellence in Technology Implementation
  • Outstanding Digital Transformation Partner
  • Outstanding Digital Payment Solution
  • Innovative Enterprise Lending Platform
  • Innovative Start-up
  • Outstanding Open source service provider
  • Emerging Blockchain Technology Solution
  • Outstanding Security Solution Provider
  • Excellence in End-to-End Banking Solutions
  • Leader in Global Banking Solutions Platform
  • Outstanding Cloud Service Provider
  • Outstanding Cloud Security Provider
  • Excellence in Eradicating language barrier
  • Excellence in Smart Industrial Automation
  • Outstanding Video KYC Solution provider
  • Excellence in CRM and Customer Experience Innovation
  • Excellence in Trade Finance Platform.
  • Excellence in Supply Chain Finance Platform.
  • Fintech Trendsetter
  • Most innovative use of Use of AI in Fintech
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Elets NBFC Visionary Leader Awards 2025

The Elets NBFC Visionary Leader Awards 2025 honours exceptional leadership in the Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector, recognising pioneers who drive innovation, strategic growth, and financial inclusion while shaping the future of the industry through impactful initiatives.

Eligibility: Open to senior leaders from NBFCs at the level of SVP, EVP, VP, GM, and above.

Selection: Award recipients will be selected by the Elets editorial team based on their impactful leadership, innovation, and contributions to the industry.

Why Apply?

  • Special Recognition for your contributions
  • VIP Access for the first 50 leaders (includes breakfast & exclusive giveaways)
  • Complimentary passes for two additional delegates
  • Networking lunch with top NBFC and tech professionals
  • Corporate souvenirs & giveaways from sponsors

FAQs

Any company, organization, or brand in sectors like Financial Inclusion, Risk Management, Innovation & Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Regulatory Compliance & Customer-Centric Solutions can apply.

Additional discounts are available on the selection of multiple categories.

A flat 25% Early Bird discount is available until 13th June’2025

The fee is Rs. 20,000 + taxes per entry submitted under the specific categories.

You can submit as many entries as you like, and there is no restriction on the number of categories you can enter, provided it aligns with your business model. Otherwise, your entry may be disqualified.

The brand must be registered, operational, and have a presence in the Indian market.

There is no limit to the number of entries an organization or individual can submit. You can enter multiple categories, but the same work submitted under multiple categories will be considered as separate entries and require separate entry fees.

The last date for submitting nominations will be communicated by the representative.

Award Winners - 7th Edition

Pioneer in Collateral Management

Credility

Excellence in CRM and Customer Experience Innovation

Kloudrac

Leader in Digital Transformation of Collections

Spocto X

Financial Risk Management

ACIES

Trailblazer in Digital Lending

Volo Fin Services Pvt Ltd.

Excellence in Financial Inclusion

Svamaan Financial Services Pvt. Ltd

Excellence in Supply Chain Finance Platform

Puratech solutions

Fastest Growing Housing Finance Company

Hinduja Housing Finance

Outstanding Leader in Affordable Housing Finance

PNB Housing Finance

Excellence in Artificial Intelligence solution

India First Life Insurance

Innovation in Technology-Enabled Supply Chain Financing

Arth Padarth Factors (AP Factors)

Outstanding Digital Transformation Partner

Newgen Software

Excellence in Technology Implementation

Mahindra Finance

Innovation in Digital Lending

BMW Finance

Award Winners - 6th Edition

Innovation in Digital Lending

HDFC Credila Financial Services Limited

Innovation in Digital Lending

Craft Silicon Asia

Digital Transformation Leader- Insurtech

Turtlefin

Excellence in Financial Risk Managment

Clari5

Trusted Tech Partner for Collection and Recovery

Credility

Best Health and Wellness Partner for BFSI Industry

DocOnline

Customer-Centric Tech Leader

Belstar Microfinance Limited

Visionary Thought Leader

LaRaksha Impact Finance Enterprise Pvt Ltd

Excellence in Digital Technology

HDFC Credila Financial Services Limited

Strategic HR Leadership Award

Sundaram Home Finance

Digital Transformation Visionary

Fedbank Financial Services Ltd

Security Metrics and Risk Management Innovator

Aye Finance Pvt Ltd

Leader in Operational Excellence

Vivriti Capital

Cyber Security Pioneer

DMI Finance Private Limited

Award Winners - 5th Edition

Leadership Through Innovative Approach

Mitrata Inclusive Financial Services Private Limited

Digital Transformation Pioneer

Clix Capital

Visionary Thought Leader

Kinara Capital

Excellence in Compliance and Legal Management

Aye Finance Private Limited

Maestro in Strategic Leadership

Faircent

Leader in Digital Transformation Strategy

Hero Housing Finance

Cyber Security Visionary

SK Finance Limited

Security Innovation Champion

Clix Capital

Visionary Technology Leader

Aadhar Housing Finance Limited

Maestro in Digital Technology

ART Housing Finance Limited

Leader in Operational Excellence

Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited

Award Winners - 4th Edition

Excellence in Commercial Vehicle Financing

Tata Motors Finance

Outstanding Leader in Affordable Housing Finance

Aadhar Housing Finance

Outstanding Women Customer Engagement Initiative

Paisalo Digital Limited

Excellence in Compliance and Legal Management

Poonawalla Fincorp

Innovative New Product Initiative in MSME Lending

U GRO Capital

Innovative New Product Initiative

Arth Padarth Factors & Finance Pvt. Ltd.

Emerging NBFC for Gold Finance

Radian Finserv Private Limited

Innovative Enterprise Lending Platform

CloudBankin

Award Winners - 3rd Edition

Emerging Name in NBFC Industry

DigiMoney Finance Private Limited

Excellence in financial inclusion

LoanTap

Trailblazer in Digital Lending

Revfin Services

Leading Digital Transformation Enabler for Banks

CredAble

Outstanding Digital Transformation Partner

ISOLVE TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED

Excellence in innovation & customer engagement initiative

Oxyloans

Emerging name in Business Transformation

Finnup

Outstanding Cloud Service Provider

ESDS

Best Debt Collection Platform

Decentro

Excellence in Overall Organisational RPAs

Bautomate

Innovative Digital Lending Support

Cookiejar Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Award Winners - 2nd Edition

Award Winners - 1st Edition