AMP National Awards for
Social Excellence 2026

Honouring NGOs & Changemakers Across India — Celebrating two decades of social impact, community transformation, and inclusive development.

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7000+ NGOs Connected
200+ Cities
2000+ Nominations
100+ NGOs Awarded
About AMP

Two Decades of Empowering India

Since 2007

The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) has been at the forefront of social empowerment across India. Through our National Awards, we have recognised over 100 NGOs and changemakers who are creating lasting impact in communities nationwide.

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100+ NGOs Awarded
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200+ Cities Reached
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7000+ Partner NGOs
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2000+ Nominations Received

Our Journey of Social Excellence

AMP National Awards for Social Excellence celebrates NGOs, trusts, foundations, and individual changemakers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to uplifting communities, advancing education, ensuring livelihoods, and protecting human rights across India.

2007

AMP Founded

2012

First Awards Ceremony

2016

100+ NGOs Recognised

2020

Digital Nominations Launch

2024

Expanded to 200+ Cities

2026

20th Anniversary Edition

Award Categories

Six Pillars of Social Excellence

Submit nominations across our carefully curated categories — each representing a vital dimension of India's social development ecosystem.

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Education

Recognising NGOs driving transformational change through access to quality education, scholarships, and skill development programmes.

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Employment & Livelihoods

Honouring organisations that create sustainable employment pathways and empower communities through vocational training and entrepreneurship.

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Humanitarian Assistance

Celebrating those providing critical relief, rehabilitation, and support to vulnerable populations during crises and disasters.

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Human Rights & Minority Issues

Recognising defenders of justice who advocate for the rights, dignity, and inclusion of marginalised and minority communities.

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Community & Social Development

Honouring grassroots level transformation through community-led development, health, sanitation, and social welfare initiatives.

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Environmental Sustainability

Celebrating organisations driving ecological responsibility and sustainable practices that protect India's natural heritage.

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Why Apply

Unlock Transformative Benefits

Beyond the award itself, nominees and winners gain access to a world-class ecosystem of opportunities, networks, and resources.

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National Recognition

Be recognised as a leader in social impact at a prestigious national-level award ceremony attended by policymakers, philanthropists, and media.

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Networking Opportunities

Connect with 7000+ NGOs, corporates, government bodies, and international development organisations across India.

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Visibility & Credibility

Amplify your organisation's work through AMP's extensive media networks and digital platforms reaching millions of stakeholders.

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Collaboration Opportunities

Partner with leading corporates for CSR funding, and collaborate with other award-winning NGOs on transformative projects.

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E-Certificates

Receive official digital certificates of recognition that validate your organisation's commitment to social excellence.

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Knowledge Exchange

Participate in curated sessions, panel discussions, and workshops with India's leading social sector thought leaders.

Who Can Apply

Open to All Changemakers

Whether you're a grassroots community leader or an established foundation, AMP National Awards welcomes every organisation and individual driving meaningful social change.

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NGOs

Registered non-governmental organisations

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Trusts

Charitable and development trusts

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Societies

Registered societies & cooperatives

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Foundations

Private & public foundations

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Social Enterprises

Impact-driven social businesses

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Community Orgs

Community-based organisations

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Individual Changemakers

Exceptional social leaders

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Grassroots Leaders

Local champions of change

Eligibility Criteria

Are You Eligible?

We maintain rigorous but inclusive eligibility standards to ensure every recognised organisation meets the highest levels of accountability and impact.

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12A

Section 12A Registration

Must hold valid 12A registration with the Income Tax Department of India.

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80G

80G Tax Exemption

80G certification required to ensure proper tax compliance and donor credibility.

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CSR-1

CSR-1 Registered

Must be registered on the MCA portal for Corporate Social Responsibility partnerships.

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GOV

Government Recognition

State or Central Government recognition as a legitimate non-profit organisation.

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SUS

Sustainable Projects

Demonstrated evidence of sustainable, long-term community impact projects.

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IMP

Community Impact

Measurable and documented proof of meaningful community-level social impact.

Not sure if you qualify? Contact our team at awards@ampindia.org and we'll guide you through the process.
Evaluation Process

A Rigorous & Fair Process

Our four-stage evaluation ensures every nomination is assessed with integrity, transparency, and respect for the impactful work you do.

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Application

Submit your nomination through our secure online portal with all required documents and impact evidence.

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Screening

Our dedicated team reviews all submissions for completeness, eligibility criteria, and documentation accuracy.

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Jury Review

An independent panel of eminent social sector leaders, academics, and policy experts evaluates shortlisted nominations.

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Awards Recognition

Finalists are announced and winners celebrated at a prestigious ceremony attended by national leaders and dignitaries.

Our Impact

Numbers That Tell the Story of Social Change

Since 2007, AMP National Awards has built India's most trusted platform for recognising and amplifying grassroots social impact.

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Awards Timeline

Key Dates & Milestones

Mark your calendar — these are the critical dates for the AMP National Awards for Social Excellence 2026.

🚀 June 2026

Nominations Open

The nomination portal goes live. Organisations can submit their applications through our secure online platform.

📅 20 July 2026

Submission Deadline

Last date to submit nominations. Ensure all supporting documents and impact metrics data are uploaded before midnight.

⚖️ July - August 2026

Jury Evaluation

Our distinguished jury panel of sector experts reviews shortlisted nominations through a rigorous multi-round process.

🏆 29 August 2026

Awards Announcement

Winners announced at a grand ceremony in the presence of dignitaries, media, and India's leading social sector thought leaders.

Last Year's Overview

Last year, we received nominations from more than 2000+ NGOs across the country. 100 National & State Level NGOs were awarded with the Best NGO Awards, whereas 100 individuals were awarded with the Changemaker Awards. Lifetime Achievement Awards were also given to 5 exceptional individuals.

AMP’s National Awards, including the National Awards for Social Excellence 2025 and National Awards for Excellence in Education 2025, were presented to exceptional individuals and institutions from across the country for their contribution towards education, social development, and nation building.

Addresses by Eminent Dignitaries

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Chief Guest

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani, President – AIMPLB, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, graced the occasion as Chief Guest and appreciated AMP’s efforts in the field of education and community empowerment.

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Keynote Address

In his keynote address, Aamir Edresy, President – AMP, highlighted AMP’s journey and shared AMP’s ambitious 25-Year Roadmap focused on creating large-scale educational, economic, and social impact.

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Best Partner Award

Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali, Chairman – Islamic Centre of India, Lucknow, whose institution received the Best Partner Award, appreciated AMP’s role in connecting professionals with society and strengthening collaborative initiatives.

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The event was attended by several eminent guests from across the country and was hosted by Farooq Siddiqui (Head – AMP National Coordination Team), along with Taher Faraz (Senior Chapter Team Member).

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Note: For any queries, please write to ngoconnect@ampindia.org and in the Subject, mention – NGO Awards

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Our Latest Video Highlights

Watch grand moments, exclusive speeches, and inspiring stories from our awards framework.

Chief Guest

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani

President – AIMPLB, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

Keynote Speech

Aamir Edresy (President – AMP)

Shared AMP’s ambitious 25-Year Roadmap focused on creating large-scale educational and economic impact.

Partner Review

Maulana Khalid Rasheed

Chairman – Islamic Centre of India, Lucknow, appreciated AMP’s role in connecting professionals with society.

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Join thousands of NGOs and changemakers who have been recognised for their extraordinary contribution to India's social fabric. Nominations close on 23 July 2026.

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