Mysuru HR Awards 2026

Why Mysuru HR Awards?

Mysuru is emerging as a Tier-2 business and talent hub, yet many exceptional HR initiatives go unnoticed. The Mysuru HR Awards 2026 recognises credible HR practices, celebrates people-first leadership, and builds a trusted HR community for the region.

Jury-led, credibility-driven recognition — not a popularity contest.

Award Categories

Organisation Categories

  • Best HR Practices – SME
  • Best HR Practices – Corporate
  • Employee Engagement Excellence
  • Learning & Development Innovation
  • Leadership Development Champion
  • CSR + People Impact Award

Individual Categories

  • HR Leader of the Year – Mysuru
  • Emerging HR Leader Award
  • HR Thought Leader Award

Special Recognition

  • Campus–Corporate Connector Award

MYSURU HR AWARDS – CATEGORY-WISE ELIGIBILITY

1 Best HR Leader of the Year
Eligible Applicants
  • HR Heads / CHROs / HR Managers / HR Business Partners
  • Minimum 5 years of HR experience
  • Currently working in Mysuru-based organisation
Requirements
  • Led major HR initiatives in last 24 months
  • Demonstrated people & culture impact
  • Strong leadership track record
2 Emerging HR Leader of the Year
Eligible Applicants
  • HR professionals with 2–5 years experience
  • Age below 35 years (optional)
  • Based in Mysuru
Requirements
  • Innovative HR practices
  • High growth potential
  • Measurable contribution
3 Best Workplace Culture Award
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations (All sectors)
  • Minimum 50 employees
Requirements
  • Engagement programs
  • Strong internal communication
  • Positive employee feedback
4 Excellence in Learning & Development
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations / L&D Teams
  • Minimum 2 years L&D initiatives
Requirements
  • Structured training programs
  • Leadership development
  • Skill certification programs
5 Best Talent Acquisition Strategy
Eligible Applicants
  • Recruitment / TA Teams
  • Organisations with in-house TA
Requirements
  • Innovative hiring methods
  • Employer branding efforts
  • Time-to-hire efficiency
6 Women Leadership Excellence Award
Eligible Applicants
  • Women HR leaders / managers
  • Organisations promoting women leadership
Requirements
  • Mentorship programs
  • Diversity initiatives
  • Leadership development outcomes
7 HR Innovation & Digital Transformation Award
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations / HR Teams
  • HR Tech / Digital HR adopters
Requirements
  • HR automation tools
  • HR analytics usage
  • Process digitisation
8 Best Employee Engagement Program
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations / HR Teams
Requirements
  • Engagement surveys
  • Well-being initiatives
  • Retention improvement metrics
9 Excellence in Compliance & Governance
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations / HR Operations Teams
Requirements
  • Strong statutory compliance
  • Audit reports
  • Zero major violations
10 MSME / Startup HR Excellence Award
Eligible Applicants
  • MSMEs & Startups (Less than 250 employees)
  • Registered for minimum 2 years
Requirements
  • Structured HR systems
  • Talent development practices
  • Scalable HR policies
11 CSR & Social Impact Leadership Award
Eligible Applicants
  • Organisations / CSR Teams
Requirements
  • Community initiatives
  • ESG compliance
  • Impact measurement reports
12 Excellence in Campus & Placement Management
Eligible Applicants
  • Educational Institutions
  • Placement Cells / Career Offices
Requirements
  • Placement records
  • Industry tie-ups
  • Student employability programs
13 Lifetime Contribution to HR (Special Jury Award)
Eligible Applicants
  • Senior HR Professionals
  • Minimum 15+ years experience
Requirements
  • Long-term impact
  • Mentorship contribution
  • Industry recognition
📌 GENERAL NOTES (APPLICABLE TO ALL CATEGORIES)
  • Applicants may apply for maximum 3 categories
  • Separate documentation required for each category
  • Supporting evidence is mandatory
  • Jury decision is final
  • TOYA reserves rights to modify categories

Who Should Apply?

  • HR Leaders & HR Teams
  • SMEs, Mid-sized & Large Organisations
  • Educational Institutions & Skill Development Centres
  • HR Professionals driving change
  • Organisations with implemented HR initiatives (2025–2026)

Nomination Process

  • Step 1

    Submit Your Nomination Online

    Complete the nomination form with details of your HR initiative or leadership contribution.

  • Step 2

    Internal Screening

    All entries are screened for eligibility and completeness by the TOYA team.

  • Step 3

    Jury Evaluation

    An independent jury panel evaluates nominations using a structured, transparent scorecard.

  • Step 4

    Final Selection

    Top-scoring nominations are shortlisted. Select categories may include finalist interactions.

Evaluation Criteria

Each nomination is assessed on:

Relevance & Clarity

Relevance & clarity of initiative

Innovation

Innovation & creativity

Implementation

Quality of implementation

Impact

Measurable people & business impact

Sustainability

Sustainability & scalability

Total Score: 100 points

Minimum Qualifying Score: 70+

Jury Panel

Nominations will be evaluated by a distinguished jury comprising:

Senior HR Leaders

Industry Experts

Academicians

CSR & Skill Development Professionals

Jury members do not evaluate their own organisations. Jury decisions are final.

What Winners Receive

Trophy & Certificate

Prestigious Mysuru HR Awards 2026 Trophy & Certificate

Digital Badge

Digital winner badge for employer branding

Online Feature

Feature on TOYA website & LinkedIn

Media Coverage

Media & PR coverage

Report Inclusion

Inclusion in Mysuru HR Insights Report 2026

Community Recognition

Recognition among Mysuru's HR leadership community

Key Dates

Nominations Open

13th February 2026

Nominations Close

31st March 2026

Shortlist Announcement

10th April 2026

Awards Ceremony

Southern Stars, Mysuru (TBC) | 25th April 2026

Who Should Attend

  • HR Heads & People Leaders
  • Business Owners & CXOs
  • Learning & Development Heads
  • CSR & ESG Leaders
  • Academicians & TPOs

Register to Attend

Join fellow HR leaders, celebrate excellence, and build meaningful connections.

Partners & Sponsors

We welcome organisations interested in:

Employer branding

HR & talent visibility

Community engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the Mysuru HR Awards?

The awards are open to:

  • Organisations operating in Mysuru
  • HR professionals working in Mysuru-based organisations
  • MSMEs, startups, corporates, educational institutions, healthcare organisations, and NGOs
  • Applicants must meet the general and category-specific eligibility criteria
Is there any registration or nomination fee?

Details regarding nomination or participation fees (if applicable) will be communicated officially by TOYA.

TOYA follows a transparent and ethical process. Participation does not guarantee winning.

How can I submit my nomination?

You can submit your nomination by completing the online registration form available on TOYA's official platforms.

A valid email address and contact number are required for communication.

Can I apply for more than one category?

Yes.

Applicants may apply for up to three categories, provided separate applications and supporting documents are submitted for each category.

What documents are required for nomination?

Applicants are required to submit:

  • Completed nomination form
  • Company / personal profile
  • Supporting documents (reports, policies, certificates, testimonials, etc.)
  • Declaration of authenticity

Note: Incomplete submissions may not be considered.

What is the evaluation process?

All nominations are evaluated through a structured process that includes:

  • Preliminary screening
  • Documentation review
  • Jury assessment
  • Verification (if required)
  • Final shortlisting

An independent jury panel conducts the evaluation.

Who are the jury members?

The jury panel comprises senior HR leaders, industry experts, academicians, and domain specialists.

Jury details may be disclosed closer to the event date.

How are winners selected?

Winners are selected based on:

  • Impact of initiatives
  • Innovation and best practices
  • Sustainability of outcomes
  • Evidence and documentation
  • Jury evaluation scores

No external influence or paid consideration is involved.

Will I be informed if I am shortlisted?

Yes.

All shortlisted applicants will be notified via email and phone.

Further instructions will be provided for the next stage.

What if I am not shortlisted?

Non-selection does not reflect a lack of merit.

Many high-quality applications may not be selected due to limited categories and slots.

Applicants are encouraged to participate in future editions.

Can I update my application after submission?

Minor corrections may be permitted before the closing date.

After final submission, changes may not be allowed.

Applicants should review their entries carefully.

Is physical verification required?

In some cases, TOYA may conduct interviews, virtual discussions, or site verification to validate submissions.

This will be communicated in advance.

Will my information be kept confidential?

Yes.

All submitted information will be used strictly for evaluation, research, and official communication purposes.

Confidential data will not be shared without consent.

Can consultants or agencies apply on behalf of organisations?

Yes.

Consultants may submit applications with proper authorisation from the organisation.

Relevant supporting documents must be provided.

What benefits do participants receive?

Participants gain:

  • Regional recognition
  • Professional credibility
  • Networking opportunities
  • Employer branding
  • Learning exposure

All shortlisted nominees receive official recognition.

Will participants receive certificates?

Yes.

All shortlisted candidates and winners will receive official certificates and citations.

When will the award ceremony be held?

The award ceremony date and venue will be announced officially after the nomination phase.

How can I contact the organising team?

For queries and assistance:

  • 📧 Email: info@toyacorp.in
  • 📞 Contact: 9900941896
  • 🌐 Website: www.toyacorp.in
Can government organisations participate?

Yes.

Public sector units and government institutions operating in Mysuru are eligible to participate.

Does participation guarantee media coverage?

Media coverage depends on partnerships and editorial decisions.

Shortlisted and winning entries may be featured on TOYA's platforms and partner channels.

CONTACT US

TOYA Corporate Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd. offers expert Corporate Consulting with a Conscience, focusing on CSR Consulting to empower businesses that empower people. Our services include specialized Human Capital strategies and comprehensive Leadership Training, alongside tailored Workforce Consulting in Karnataka. Head Office – Mysuru

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