NOMINATION RELATED

The SLM Awards recognize and celebrate organizations shaping the future of vertical mobility in India. The awards highlight excellence in buying decisions, system integration, design innovation, component development, and installation expertise across the lifts and escalator industry. Through these recognitions, the awards aim to elevate benchmarks of quality, safety, and performance within the sector.

  • Builders and Real Estate Developers
  • Facility Managers and Building Owners
  • Architects and Designers
  • System Integrators
  • Installation and Maintenance Service Providers
  • Accessibility and Mobility Solution Providers
  • Municipal Authorities and Infrastructure Developers

All nominations will be assessed based on the following criteria:

  • Innovation and Uniqueness
  • Impact and Effectiveness
  • Execution and Implementation
  • Scalability and Replicability

  • The applying company must have a registered presence and operational business in India for a minimum of 10 years as of March 31, 2025.
  • The submitted work, installation, design, or innovation must have been completed or commenced, with a minimum of 12 months of the project falling between April 01, 2023, and March 31, 2025, unless stated otherwise in category-specific rules.
  • Entries must represent a landmark project, showcasing innovation in design, usability, and the adoption of appropriate technologies and products, while remaining relevant to the selected category.
  • In case multiple stakeholders apply for the same project, a joint award may be given at the jury’s discretion.
  • For the category Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion:
    • The initiatives, policies, or impact highlighted must have been executed or launched between April 01, 2023, and March 31, 2025. Entries should also provide details of company policies on gender equality, inclusiveness, and related internal practices.
    • Entries should focus on specific DEI initiatives or programs implemented by the organization, describing objectives, execution, impact, and sustainability.
  • For the category Largest VHT Orders (in terms of handing over a single project in Calendar Year 2025): The submitted project must have been fully handed over between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. This category applies to the largest single project (not cumulative) in terms of order volume and scope under VHT (Very High Traffic) applications.

The type of supporting documents required is mentioned within each application form. Applicants are requested to refer to the respective category form for details on the documents to be uploaded during submission.

Yes, organizations can apply to multiple categories if they meet the eligibility criteria. However, each entry must be submitted separately, with supporting documentation relevant to that specific category.

No. Participation in the SLM Awards is free of charge.

To view the full list of categories, click here.

No, the application form must be filled and submitted online through the application portal only.

Once a nomination is submitted, the nominee will receive an email containing a link to the application portal.

Yes, once you have registered along with your email and password. You can login multiple times before submitting your nomination to make the changes as and when required.

  • All nominations received will first be screened by the official third-party tabulators and then assigned to the screening jury for the first evaluation.
  • The shortlisted entries will then be evaluated by the jury comprising of senior leaders from the industry.
  • The winners will be decided basis the evaluation of the Grand Jury as mentioned in the second point.

The last date for receiving completed application forms is 30 November 2025

Felicitation & Trophy

The awards management will reach out to you through the email id provided by you and it will mention the further process that needs to be carried out.

One in each category

06 February 2026

The link for the Terms & Conditions has been included in the home page of the website. For your reference, please click on the Terms & Conditions to read them.

Yes, you can withdraw from the nomination process, whether you have nominated yourself or have been nominated by someone else. To initiate the withdrawal, you must inform the Award Management in writing by emailing the provided Email ID nominations@virgo-comm.com . This must be done at any time up to one week before the final Award ceremony, at the discretion of the Award Management.