Hyderabad · December 2026

CreatorX Awards 2026

Celebrating the creators who move millions.

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The awards

Honouring creators on every platform

The CreatorX Awards honour creators from across India and abroad across every platform.

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Winners are chosen by a jury of 10–12 industry experts and announced live at the Creators Conclave Summit in Hyderabad.

25

Award categories for 2026

10–12

Industry experts on the jury

3

Categories one creator can enter, at most

Live

Winners announced on stage in Hyderabad

Key dates

The road to awards night

  1. Nominations open

    1 October 2026

    Self-nominations are open, and we also invite select creators directly.

  2. Nominations close

    30 October 2026

    11:59 PM IST. Late entries will not be accepted.

  3. Jury evaluation & shortlist

    November 2026

    Shortlisted creators are informed by email and WhatsApp.

  4. Awards night

    December 2026

    Hyderabad. Winners are announced live at the Creators Conclave Summit.

Who can apply

Open to creators, wherever they are

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Every creator

Creators from anywhere in India or abroad.

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Any platform

Active on any social media platform.

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Up to 3 categories

One creator can enter up to 3 categories.

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CreatorX Awards 2026

One stage. One night. Your name.

Award categories

25 categories. One stage.

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  1. Creator of the Year

    The overall standout creator of the year

  2. Tech Creator of the Year

    Clear, trusted tech reviews and explainers

  3. Food Creator of the Year

    Recipes, food reviews and culinary storytelling

  4. Travel Creator of the Year

    Travel content that inspires exploration

  5. Lifestyle Creator of the Year

    Everyday living, home and personal style

  6. Fashion & Beauty Creator of the Year

    Styling, beauty and grooming content

  7. Entertainment Creator of the Year

    Content that keeps audiences hooked

  8. Comedy Creator of the Year

    Sketches, skits and humour

  9. Education Creator of the Year

    Learning content for students and professionals

  10. Finance Creator of the Year

    Responsible personal finance and money content

  11. Legal Awareness Creator of the Year

    Making law simple for everyday people

  12. Professional / Career Creator of the Year

    Career, workplace and skill-building content

  13. Health & Fitness Creator of the Year

    Fitness, wellness and healthy living

  14. Regional Culture Creator of the Year

    Celebrating culture, tradition and language

  15. Music Creator of the Year

    Original music, covers and performances

  16. Dance Creator of the Year

    Choreography and dance content

  17. Parenting & Family Creator of the Year

    Family and parenting content

  18. Devotional & Spiritual Creator of the Year

    Spiritual and devotional content

  19. Agriculture & Rural Creator of the Year

    Farming and rural-life content

  20. NRI Creator of the Year

    A creator based outside India

  21. Emerging Creator of the Year

    A fast-rising creator under 100K followers

  22. Best Brand Collaboration

    The most effective creator-brand campaign

  23. Best Short-Form Content

    Outstanding Reels / Shorts

  24. Best Podcast / Long-Form Creator

    Podcasts, interviews and long-form video

  25. Social Impact Creator of the Year

    Content that drives positive change

Creators Conclave may add, merge or withdraw categories based on the number of entries received.

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How winners are chosen

Judged by an expert jury

There is no public voting. Every eligible nomination is reviewed by our jury on originality, content quality, audience engagement, consistency and impact.

  1. Originality
  2. Content quality
  3. Audience engagement
  4. Consistency
  5. Impact

The jury’s decision is final.

Meet the jury & guests

For creators

Before you nominate

Who can nominate for the CreatorX Awards?

Any creator, in India or abroad, active on any social media platform.

Can I nominate myself?

Yes. Self-nominations are open, and we also invite select creators directly.

How many categories can I enter?

Up to 3 categories per creator, depending on your nomination package.

Is there a minimum follower count?

No fixed minimum. The jury looks at quality, engagement and impact, not just numbers.

When do nominations close?

30 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST.

Is there public voting?

No. Winners are chosen by our expert jury, and the jury’s decision is final.

Is the nomination fee refundable?

No. Nomination fees are non-refundable once submitted.

How will I know if I’m shortlisted?

We’ll inform you by email and WhatsApp, and your dashboard will show your status.

Nominations · 1 – 30 October 2026

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