DISHA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2027
CATEGORY 01
Project Management Professional of the Year

PURPOSE
Recognises an outstanding project professional who combines exceptional delivery, leadership, stakeholder influence, ethical judgement and contribution to the profession.

ELIGIBILITY
Open to experienced project, programme, portfolio or transformation professionals. PMI membership/certification is not mandatory. Nominee should normally demonstrate at least five years of relevant professional experience.

EVIDENCE
Two or more significant accomplishments from the last three years; quantified outcomes; leadership examples; stakeholder references; contribution to the profession; declaration of ethics/conduct.

SCORING
25% Project / programme outcomes & value: Quantified results attributable to the nominee’s leadership and contribution.
20% Leadership & influence: Evidence of leading teams, navigating ambiguity and influencing senior/complex stakeholders.
20% Project management excellence: Strong governance, decision-making, risk management, delivery discipline and professional judgement.
10% Innovation & problem solving: Distinctive approaches, adaptation or breakthrough problem solving.
10% Stakeholder & team impact: Trust, collaboration, team effectiveness and stakeholder outcomes.
10% Contribution to the profession: Mentoring, speaking, teaching, volunteering, publications or professional capability building.
5% Ethics & professional conduct: Integrity, transparency and responsible decision-making.

ROUTE
Open nomination
PROPOSED POST-SHORTLISTING FEE
₹1,000 plus applicable GST

Fees, calendar and geographic boundary await confirmation before launch. Initial nomination is free. General rules and category-specific eligibility both apply.
Contact: disha.awards@pmipunechapter.com

SUBMISSION RESOURCES
Award family: Individual Professional Excellence
Editable presentation: DISHA_2027_Individual_Professional_Excellence_Template.pptx (15 slides)
Applicant guide: DISHA_2027_Applicant_Submission_Guide.pdf
Use alongside the written nomination, category evidence and declarations.
Check the published call and any finalist invitation for format, deadlines, fee or waiver terms and presentation timing.