Textile manufacturing business of the year
Manufacturing business in textile industry- men, women, kids apparels
Food & Beverages business of the year
Food processing or producer of food and beverage ingredients
Petrochemical business of the year
Petrochemical and petroleum product manufacturing businesses
Engineering & Allied Goods
Businesses manufacturing engineering goods, Industrial machines and machinery parts
Pharmaceutical business of the year
Pharmaceutical manufacturer and supplier of quality drugs
Automotive and ancillary business of the year
Automobiles and automotive components manufacturing businesses
Home and home products business of the year
Construction firms, home furnishing and home de'cor products, home appliances
Craft based business of the year
Manufacturing business where the goods are produces by hands by artisans
Leather goods manufacturing business of the year
Manufacturing business for leather goods- fashion accessories, apparels, footwear etc.
Small Business Of The Year - Services
Food And Beverages Business Of The Year
Restaurants, cafes, and all kinds of food outlets
Training And Education Business Of The Year
Education institutes providing professional/non-professional courses
Automotive And Ancillary Business Of The Year
Repair and maintenance services for automobiles and automotive components
Travel And Tourism Business Of The Year
Travel agencies & travel booking facilitators, Tour operator services, Tourist guide providers, hospitality services- hotels, theme parks
Transportation And Logistics Business Of The Year
Transport / Logistics services to businesses over large geographic area
E- Commerce Business Of The Year
Businesses trading in products or services using online platform
It & Ites Business Of The Year
IT services like IT consultancy, data management services, software applications, and software development process
Healthcare, Beauty & Wellness Business Of The Year
Health facilities like nursing homes, pharmacy etc and also for SMEs involved in beauty, wellness business
Financial Services Business Of The Year
SMEs providing financial services direct to customers or to other businesses- wealth management, investment institutes, insurance companies, stock brokerages etc.
Small Business Of The Year
Gems And Jewellery Business Of The Year
Best Gems & Jewellery business of the Year- manufacturing/service, online/offline
Printing And Publishing Business Of The Year
Businesses offering printing and publishing services/products
Agri Business Of The Year
Agricultural / processing businesses (products / services)
Energy Business Of The Year
Businesses involved in the production and sale of energy, including fuel extraction, manufacturing, refining and distribution; also businesses providing energy solutions
Small Business Of The Year - Trading Business
Best Exporter Of The Year
Business with bulk sales in overseas market (service /product)
Wholesale Business Of The Year
Wholesale trading of commodities (metals, non ferrous items, agricultural products) & distribution networks like wholesalers, franchises, etc.
Retail Business Of The Year
Retail trade (goods/ services) selling directly to consumers
Dealer/ Distributor Of The Year
Dealer/distributor of goods or services
Small Business Of The Year - Support Business
Professional Service Provider Of The Year
Professional service / solution supplier to SMEs- consultancy, legal services
Financial Institution Of The Year
Banks and financial institutions significantly contributing to SMEs
Small Business Mentor Of The Year
Professional service providers / facilitators (financial / non- financial) helping SMEs for improved operations
Technology Provider Of The Year
Technological services / products suppliers helping enhance SMEs' competitive edge and operation efficiency
Human Resource Provider Of The Year
Business providing best human resource to SMEs
Business Of The Year
Micro Business Of The Year
Net sales less than 5 crores in FY 2017-18
Small Business Of The Year
Net sales between 5 crores to 15 crores in FY 2017-18
Medium Business Of The Year
Net sales between 15 crores to 100 crores in FY 2017-18
Creative Business Of The Year
SME into product design or design services
Start Up Of The Year
Young SMEs (young SME having launched or started not more than 7 years) with great potential to become big in local / international markets
Dynamic Business Of The Year
SMEs having adopted best business practices and shown remarkable growth in a limited period of time
Innovative Business Of The Year
Business with an innovative concept or introduced innovation in the service or product or any business functionality
Green Business Of The Year
Business that demonstrates an outstanding commitment to sustainability
Home Grown Business Of The Year
Business began in domestic surroundings with excellent corporate performance
Fastest Growing Small Business Of The Year
Top performer in small businesses in terms of revenue, profit and returns
Best Use Of Technology In Small Business Award
Business that has used technology in a way that has led to improved performance and productivity
Entrepreneur Of The Year
A business owner who has achieved remarkable success in his entrepreneurial venture
Young Entrepreneur of the year
Young entrepreneur who demonstrates exceptional achievements in the SME
Woman Entrepreneur Of The Year
SME headed or created by woman entrepreneurs to salute their entrepreneurial spirit
Lifetime Achievement Award
Salute an individual/organization for lifelong commitment to the cause of SMEs in the country