FIMC 2026 recognises outstanding research and scholarship across four award categories. Cash prizes are awarded in Indian Rupees (INR). A certificate of recognition accompanies all awards.
Best Paper Award
Recognising the Most Innovative, Rigorous, and Impactful Research at FIMC 2026
The Best Paper Award honours three outstanding full papers across all conference tracks, recognising the most innovative, rigorous, and impactful research presented at FIMC 2026. Only full papers are eligible; they must be submitted within one month of the conference.
| Rank | Award | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| First Prize | Most innovative and impactful full paper across all tracks | INR 50,000/- |
| Second Prize | Second outstanding full paper across all tracks | INR 30,000/- |
| Third Prize | Third outstanding full paper across all tracks | INR 20,000/- |
Eligibility: Full paper submissions only. Papers must be submitted within one month of the conference.
Best Paper in Track Award
Recognising Exceptional Scholarly Contribution in Each Conference Track
The Best Paper in Track Award is presented to the best paper within each of the 8 conference tracks. Winners are recognized for their exceptional scholarly contributions and receive a certificate of recognition.
| Award: Certificate of Recognition | |
|---|---|
| One award per track | 8 tracks in total | Evaluated on originality, significance, and clarity of presentation |
Best 5-Minute Thesis Presentation Award
Awarded to the Most Compelling and Clearly Communicated Doctoral Thesis Presentation
Awarded to the most compelling and clearly communicated doctoral thesis presentation. Evaluated on research significance, clarity, audience engagement, and SDG relevance. Exclusive to final-year PhD/FPM scholars.
| Rank | Award | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| First Prize | Best 5-minute thesis presentation | INR 15,000/- |
| Second Prize | Second-best 5-minute thesis presentation | INR 10,000/- |
| Third Prize | Third-best 5-minute thesis presentation | INR 5,000/- |
Eligibility: Final-year PhD and FPM scholars only. Evaluated on research significance, clarity, audience engagement, and SDG relevance.
Best Poster Award
Recognising Outstanding Poster Presentation — Open to MBA/PGDM Students and PhD/FPM Scholars
The most outstanding poster presentation, evaluated by a jury on originality, research quality, visual communication, and SDG relevance. Open to MBA/PGDM students and PhD/FPM research scholars.
| Rank | Award | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| First Prize | Best poster overall | INR 15,000/- |
| Second Prize | Second-best poster | INR 10,000/- |
| Third Prize | Third-best poster | INR 5,000/- |
Eligibility: MBA/PGDM students and PhD/FPM research scholars. All 8 conference tracks are eligible for poster submissions.
Awards Summary
| Award | Eligibility | Total Prize Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Best Paper Award (1st, 2nd, 3rd) | Full papers only | INR 1,00,000/- |
| Best Paper in Track Award (8 tracks) | Full papers only | Certificate only |
| Best 5-Min Thesis Presentation (1st, 2nd, 3rd) | Final-year PhD/FPM scholars | INR 30,000/- |
| Best Poster Award (1st, 2nd, 3rd) | MBA/PGDM & PhD/FPM scholars | INR 30,000/- |