DISHA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2027
CATEGORY 07
Project of the Year – Small

PURPOSE
Recognises an outstanding small-scale project and demonstrates that excellence and impact are not dependent on project budget or team size.

ELIGIBILITY
Projects classified Small using the DISHA Scale & Complexity Index.

EVIDENCE
Full nomination package; SCI data; concise delivery evidence; measurable outcomes; stakeholder evidence; lessons learned.

SCORING
25% Outcomes, benefits & value: Measurable value relative to available resources and objectives.
20% Project management excellence: Disciplined, proportionate project practices.
15% Complexity & governance: Effective governance appropriate to scale.
15% Innovation & adaptability: Ingenuity and effective problem solving.
10% Stakeholder & team leadership: Engagement and collaboration.
10% Sustainability, ethics & responsibility: Responsible delivery and benefit durability.
5% Lessons & replicability: Transferable practices for other small projects.

ROUTE
Open nomination
PROPOSED POST-SHORTLISTING FEE
₹2,500 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.