DISHA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2027
CATEGORY 11
Social Impact Project of the Year – Small

PURPOSE
Recognises high-impact grassroots or focused social projects where disciplined project management creates meaningful outcomes despite modest resources.

ELIGIBILITY
Small social-impact projects classified using the SCI. Local and grassroots initiatives are explicitly encouraged.

EVIDENCE
Beneficiary evidence; before/after outcomes; volunteer/resource use; project discipline; sustainability; stakeholder testimony.

SCORING
30% Demonstrable social impact: Meaningful outcomes relative to resources and baseline.
20% Sustainability of benefits: Durability of outcomes.
20% Project management excellence: Proportionate planning and delivery discipline.
15% Community/stakeholder participation: Local participation and ownership.
10% Scalability & replicability: Ability to replicate or inspire similar initiatives.
5% Innovation: Resourceful or distinctive solution.

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: Social Impact & Sustainability
Editable presentation: DISHA_2027_Social_Impact_and_Sustainability_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.