DISHA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2027
CATEGORY 04
Distinguished Contribution to the Project Management Profession

PURPOSE
Recognises sustained, high-impact contribution to the advancement of project management over a significant period.

ELIGIBILITY
Normally conferred by the Grand Jury based on confidential nominations invited from senior professionals, past leaders or the Awards Council. Self-nomination is not recommended. There need not be a recipient every year.

EVIDENCE
Career record; sustained impact; contribution to institutions/standards/education/research/practice; mentoring legacy; independent references; ethics record.

SCORING
30% Sustained professional impact: Long-term influence and demonstrable contribution across organisations/communities.
25% Advancement of the profession: Standards, practice, institutions, education, research or professional service.
15% Thought leadership: Ideas or frameworks that have influenced practice.
15% Mentoring & legacy: Development of people, communities and future leaders.
15% Ethics, credibility & service: Professional standing, integrity and service orientation.

ROUTE
Confidential invitation
PROPOSED POST-SHORTLISTING FEE
No separate fee

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 only for an invited nomination or when requested by the Secretariat.
Check the published call and any finalist invitation for format, deadlines, fee or waiver terms and presentation timing.