Women in Technology Accolades 2026 Same abbreviation. Renewed purpose.
Celebrating exceptional women shaping the future of automation, robotics, industrial digitalisation, instrumentation, smart manufacturing, and emerging technologies
Not an award. Not a competition. No nominations — purely editorial selection
Share Your Profile for Editorial ReviewAbout 2026
The Women in Technology Accolades is a renewed initiative by Industrial Automation India, dedicated to recognising women who are driving real-world impact in technology and industry
WTA 2026 shifts from traditional felicitation to a continuous editorial celebration, centred on:
- Authentic achievements, not popularity
- Visibility and influence, not votes
- Stories that inspire industry progress and future generations
There are no rankings, no fees, no voting, and no ceremony
Accolade Categories
WTA honours contributions across four pillars:
Academia Excellence
STEM research, education, and academic leadership
Startup & Entrepreneur Innovators
Founders building innovative industrial and automation technologies
Enterprise & Corporate Leadership
Driving transformation, strategy, and digitalisation in organisations
Service to the Industry
Mentorship, standards, skilling, advocacy, and community impact
Honourees Receive
Visibility across the Industrial Automation India ecosystem:
Website Profile & Editorial Feature
A dedicated online feature highlighting achievements and contributions.
Magazine Mention
Featured in monthly spotlight sections throughout 2026.
LinkedIn & Social Spotlight
Showcased across our LinkedIn and social media platforms.
Digital Certificate
An official certificate recognising your impact and contribution.
No fees • No rankings • No competition • No voting
How It Works
Women professionals can share their details for editorial review.
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Open Throughout 2026
Nominations remain open all year, giving applicants ample time to apply.
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Editorial Evaluation
Our editorial team carefully reviews each submission based on defined criteria.
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Selective Shortlisting
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage.
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No Fixed Timelines
Evaluation and communication may take time depending on submission volume.
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Merit-Based Selection
Final selection is based solely on contribution, innovation, and impact.
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