Awards
The INSPERA Award is a prestigious recognition celebrating exceptional contributions in the field of Information Technology, research, and innovation. It honors visionary leaders, pioneering professionals, researchers, and organizations who have demonstrated excellence through technological innovation, strategic thinking, and societal impact. Instituted to inspire and reward groundbreaking achievements, the INSPERA Award spans across key domains such as IT leadership, infrastructure architecture, cybersecurity, data science, AI & machine learning, cloud computing, entrepreneurship, and research. Special categories also promote diversity and inclusion by recognizing young researchers and outstanding women in technology. Each award category reflects a commitment to digital transformation, innovation, and excellence that is shaping the future of the tech world.
This distinguished initiative is organized in association and collaboration with the First International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing (CISCom 2025) at Melaka, Malaysia during 26-27 November.
- Digital Transformation Trailblazer Award
Honors individuals or organizations leading exceptional digital transformations through innovative IT strategies. Recognizes measurable impact in efficiency, agility, and innovation through the adoption of emerging technologies that redefine business and societal progress. - Technology Visionary Leadership Award
Presented to an influential leader whose forward-looking vision has shaped transformative technology roadmaps. Celebrates excellence in digital leadership, strategic foresight, and empowering innovation at scale.. - Next-Gen Infrastructure Architect Award
Recognizes exceptional contributions in designing and deploying modern, scalable, and resilient IT infrastructures. Honors professionals who lead with innovation in cloud, hybrid, and enterprise environments to support future-ready organizations. - Cyber Defense Leader of the Year
Awarded to cybersecurity professionals or teams who excel in proactive threat mitigation, digital risk management, and cyber resilience. Recognizes leadership in securing digital ecosystems through pioneering solutions and strategic defense mechanisms.. - Data Intelligence Innovator Award
Celebrates outstanding achievement in leveraging data science, analytics, and AI to generate actionable insights. The award honors innovation in data strategy that drives measurable business or societal outcomes. - AI Disruptor of the Year Award
Awarded to individuals or teams advancing the frontier of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Recognizes transformative solutions with real-world impact, responsible AI practices, and industry-changing innovations. - Cloud Computing Innovator Award
Awarded to those who architect and scale transformative cloud solutions, enabling agility, operational efficiency, and digital scalability at enterprise levels. - Women in Tech Leadership Impact Award
Recognizes the extraordinary contributions of women in technology who exemplify innovation, leadership, mentorship, and advocacy. Celebrates pioneers who are transforming tech and championing diversity and inclusion. - QuantumCore Innovator Award
Recognizes visionary minds behind the next wave of semiconductor intelligence.
From quantum materials to neuromorphic chips, this award honors future-forward breakthroughs. - Young Researcher Award
Recognizes early-career scholars and professionals for high-quality research published in recognized international journals or conferences, driving fresh insights and academic rigor. - Distinguished Research Excellence Award
Awarded to outstanding researchers for exemplary work published in international journals or conferences. Recognizes sustained contributions to advancing scientific knowledge and technological innovation. - Best Innovation Award
Celebrates groundbreaking technological innovations that redefine norms, open new possibilities, and demonstrate creative thinking in science and technology. - Tech Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Presented to an entrepreneur who has demonstrated outstanding innovation, business acumen, and impact in the technology sector. Recognizes leadership in building scalable ventures that disrupt markets and create value.
- Nomination Phase
Eligibility: Individuals, teams, institutions, and organizations demonstrating outstanding contributions in research, innovation, leadership, or social impact are eligible.
Nomination Submission: Nominations may be submitted by self, peers, academic institutions, or industry organizations via the online form.
Supporting Documents:
Curriculum Vitae / Institutional Profile
Summary of Achievements
Evidence of Impact (publications, patents, projects, citations, awards, community service, etc.) - Screening & Shortlisting
The INSPERA committee conducts an initial screening to ensure that all submitted nominations meet the eligibility criteria and are complete. Shortlisted entries are forwarded to the Selection Committee for detailed evaluation. The selection committee comprises of advisory chair, Program chair, Technical Program chair and Organizing Chair of CISCom 2025. - Evaluation Criteria
Each nomination is assessed based on:
Innovation & Originality
Leadership & Influence
Impact on Society / Industry / Academia
Sustainability & Long-Term Contribution
Collaborations & Mentorship
Publications, Patents, and Recognitions (if applicable) - Expert Review Panel
The expert review panel comprises of advisory chair, Program chair, Technical Program chair and Organizing Chair of CISCom 2025. Each nomination is scored against a rubric to ensure fairness and objectivity. - Final Selection
Scores and feedback are consolidated, and top-scoring candidates in each category are selected for awards.
In cases of ties or special circumstances, the organizing committee may recommend Honorary Mentions or Special Jury Awards. - Announcement and Recognition
Winners are formally announced during the INSPERA Award Ceremony, held in conjunction with the First International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Soft Computing
(CISCom 2025). Awards include a Trophy, Certificate of Excellence, and media coverage. - Post-Award Engagement
Awardees may be invited to contribute keynote talks, workshops, or collaborative research discussions.
Opportunities for involvement in mentoring, editorial boards, and future conference panels are extended to laureates
- Each applicant would be required to fill in a self-nomination form and send it to us by 30th September, 2025.
- The nominees in each category will be presented to the final jury for determination of winners.
- Registration fees is only payable once the applicant is shortlisted and he receives the formal shortlisting mail from us.
- Any organization/individual from education/allied sector can apply. Each applicant can apply for one or multiple categories. In such case, for each category separate form has to be filled and applied as given below.
- In the case where an applicant is shortlisted for more than one awards, then in such case applicant need to pay one full registration fees and for the subsequent award 50% discount will be applicable on the registration fees.
- Information received will be treated confidential and not used for any purpose except for determining the winner of the awards.
- Incomplete questionnaire in any manner will disqualify a participant from participating in the awards.
- Right to permit participation is reserved with the Awards management.
- The registered shortlisted candidate list with their photo and brief profile will be put on our CISCom 2025 website under award section after 15 October.
INSPERA (Awards) Registration
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INSPERA (Online) |
USD 350 |
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INSPERA (Offline at Melaka, Malaysia) |
USD 400 |
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Important Dates
Last date for Nominations: 30th September, 2025
Announcement of Results: 15th October, 2025 (on or before)
Registration starts: 15th October, 2025
Last Date of Registration: 22nd October, 2025
Award Date: 26-27 November, 2025
Award Venue: Melaka, Malaysia
Nomination Form :
Fill the google form (after filling the nomination form) :
Note:
- Also mail the complete filled Application form with CV and Receipt to chairciscom@gmail.com(Subject: Award [Category/Sub-Category])
- For Indian/SAARC countries participant applying for award the same equivalent amount will be converted to INR with tax and can be paid via Razorpay Link given on registration Tab or as given above. For Non-SAARC countries participant amount is USD and can pe paid via Paypal link available in registration Tabor as given above.
- The award will be given during the CIScom 2025 conference by SciVate Research one of the co-organizer of the CISCom 2025 event along with Bangalore Integrated Management Academy (BIMA), Bangalore, India, UTem, Melaka, Malaysia, Poornima University, Jaipur, India, IcfaiTech, The ICFAI University, Jaipur, India.
- The registered shortlisted candidate list with their photo and brief profile will be put on our CISCom 2025 website under award section after 22 October.
- If you are interested in joining as invited keynote speaker position, please contact chairciscom@gmail.com or contact +91-9591926948 for more details and procedure.