The CyberAI & Payment Security
Excellence Awards 2026
Celebrating India’s Most Influential Leaders, Innovators & Game-Changers in Cybersecurity, AI Security, Fraud Prevention & Payment Security
The Cyber, AI & Payment Security Excellence Awards 2026 honour the visionary leaders, forward-thinking organisations, breakthrough teams, and pioneering technology providers redefining the future of digital security across India.
At a time when cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, digital transactions are scaling at unprecedented speed, and AI is transforming both cyber defence and attack strategies, security excellence has become a defining business imperative.
These prestigious awards recognise the individuals and organisations driving innovation, strengthening resilience, securing critical infrastructure, preventing fraud, protecting digital payments, and building trust in India’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
The Cyber, AI & Payment Security Excellence Awards 2026 honour the visionary leaders, forward-thinking organisations, breakthrough teams, and pioneering technology providers redefining the future of digital security across India.
At a time when cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, digital transactions are scaling at unprecedented speed, and AI is transforming both cyber defence and attack strategies, security excellence has become a defining business imperative.
These prestigious awards recognise the individuals and organisations driving innovation, strengthening resilience, securing critical infrastructure, preventing fraud, protecting digital payments, and building trust in India’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
Why These Awards Matter
The Cyber, AI & Payment Security Excellence Awards 2026 spotlight the trailblazers setting new benchmarks in cyber resilience, AI-driven defence, fraud mitigation, payment security, identity protection, and enterprise risk management.
Winning or being shortlisted positions your organisation among India’s most respected leaders shaping the future of cybersecurity and digital trust.
This is more than recognition — it is a platform to showcase impact, innovation, leadership, and industry excellence before senior decision-makers and influential stakeholders from across the security and payments ecosystem.
Nomination Deadline: 5th June 2026
Nominations are open for a limited time only.
Submit your nomination today and gain recognition at CAPS India 2026 alongside senior leaders from cybersecurity, banking, fintech, payments, fraud prevention, AI security, digital infrastructure, and enterprise technology sectors.
Judging Process
All nominations will undergo a comprehensive evaluation by the CAPS India Awards 2026 Jury & Review Committee.
Entries will be assessed based on:
Innovation & originality
Business and industry impact
Leadership excellence
Measurable outcomes
Strategic relevance
Contribution to strengthening digital security and trust
Winners will be selected through a rigorous judging process and officially announced at CAPS India 2026.
Winning or being shortlisted positions your organisation among India’s most respected leaders shaping the future of cybersecurity and digital trust.
This is more than recognition — it is a platform to showcase impact, innovation, leadership, and industry excellence before senior decision-makers and influential stakeholders from across the security and payments ecosystem.
Nomination Deadline: 5th June 2026
Nominations are open for a limited time only.
Submit your nomination today and gain recognition at CAPS India 2026 alongside senior leaders from cybersecurity, banking, fintech, payments, fraud prevention, AI security, digital infrastructure, and enterprise technology sectors.
Judging Process
All nominations will undergo a comprehensive evaluation by the CAPS India Awards 2026 Jury & Review Committee.
Entries will be assessed based on:
Innovation & originality
Business and industry impact
Leadership excellence
Measurable outcomes
Strategic relevance
Contribution to strengthening digital security and trust
Winners will be selected through a rigorous judging process and officially announced at CAPS India 2026.
Award Categories
Individual Awards
AI Innovator of the Year
Recognising an exceptional security leader driving enterprise cyber resilience, governance, transformation, and strategic protection initiatives.
Cybersecurity Leader of the Year
Honouring a visionary CISO demonstrating excellence in cyber strategy, risk management, compliance, and organisational security maturity.
CISO of the Year
Celebrating groundbreaking innovation in leveraging AI to strengthen cyber defence, threat intelligence, response, & security operations.
Women in Cybersecurity
Honouring excellence in identity security, authentication, privileged access management, and access governance innovation.
Cybersecurity Influencer of the Year
Celebrating a fast-rising company demonstrating exceptional innovation, market impact, and growth potential across cybersecurity, AI security, fraud prevention, or payment security.
Fintech Awards
Technology Provider Awards
Project-Based Awards
Startup Awards
Why Nominate?
Being recognised at the Cyber, AI & Payment Security Excellence Awards 2026 elevates your brand, validates your achievements, and positions your organisation among India’s leading innovators in cybersecurity and digital trust.
A nomination offers:
Industry-wide recognition
Enhanced credibility and visibility
Thought leadership positioning
Validation of innovation and impact
Networking opportunities with top industry leaders and decision-makers
Final Call for Nominations
Nomination Deadline: 9th June 2026
Do not miss the opportunity to be recognised among India’s leading voices in cybersecurity, AI security, fraud prevention, payment security, and digital innovation.
Submit your nomination today and showcase your impact on India’s evolving digital security landscape.
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