DISHA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2027
CATEGORY 05
Project of the Year – Large

PURPOSE
Recognises an outstanding large-scale project that demonstrates measurable value, professional project management excellence, innovation and responsible leadership.

ELIGIBILITY
Projects classified Large using the DISHA Scale & Complexity Index. Projects should have demonstrable outcomes within the eligibility period.

EVIDENCE
Full nomination package; SCI data; baseline and target measures; governance/delivery evidence; outcomes; benefits; stakeholder references; evidence pack.

SCORING
25% Outcomes, benefits & value: Measurable value relative to objectives and investment.
20% Project management excellence: Governance, planning, control, risk, delivery and decision quality.
15% Complexity & governance: How the project handled scale, interdependencies and complexity.
15% Innovation & adaptability: Distinctive solutions and effective adaptation.
10% Stakeholder & team leadership: Alignment, collaboration and team performance.
10% Sustainability, ethics & responsibility: Responsible delivery and lasting benefits.
5% Lessons & replicability: Quality of learning and value for the wider profession.

ROUTE
Open nomination
PROPOSED POST-SHORTLISTING FEE
₹10,000 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: Project of the Year
Editable presentation: DISHA_2027_Project_of_the_Year_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.