Entrepreneurial Excellence Award

Nomination Window: September 1 – September 30, 2026. Nominations for this award are self-made — only the alumnus/alumna may nominate themselves. The Awards Committee will also identify eligible candidates through an independent search process. You are encouraged to share as much detail as possible — the Awards Committee will reach out for supporting documents if you are shortlisted. Please complete all required fields marked with *.

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Section 1 — Personal Profile

Full Name *

TSM Programme *

Batch / Year of Graduation *

Mailing Address *

Mobile Number *

Email Address *

LinkedIn Profile URL *

Personal Website / Blog (if any)

Section 2 — Venture Details

If you have founded or currently manage more than one business, please provide details of your primary / flagship venture below, and list your other ventures further down.

Name of Enterprise / Venture *

Your Role *

Year Founded *

Sector / Industry *

Venture Website

Venture's LinkedIn / Social Media

Number of Employees

Funding Raised (write N/A if not applicable)

Business Revenue 2025–2026

Geographic Reach

Number of Businesses You Have Founded / Currently Manage

Additional Ventures (if you manage more than one business)

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Section 3 — Eligibility Declaration

Please confirm the following before submitting this nomination:

I graduated from Thiagarajar School of Management through a full-time or part-time MBA, MCA, or PGDM programme. I am the founder, co-founder, or a key driving force behind an enterprise — a start-up, a social venture, or an established business — that has demonstrated measurable growth or meaningful impact. I am not a member of the Alumni Association Executive Committee. I understand that TSM reserves the right to decline this nomination at its discretion, without notice or reason, particularly if it does not align with the values of the Institute. I understand that the decision of the Awards Committee shall be final and binding, and no correspondence or appeals shall be entertained.

Section 4 — Recognitions & Achievements

List all recognitions and milestones that apply to your venture(s) or you as founder. Include as many as you have — brief entries are fine at this stage. Categories may include: Funding Round / Investment Milestone, Startup or Business Award, Accelerator / Incubator Selection, Patent, Industry Recognition, Media Feature, Speaking Engagement, Government Recognition, Other.

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You may optionally attach supporting documents below. This is not required at this stage — the Awards Committee will contact shortlisted nominees for further details.

Section 5 — Societal & Workplace Contribution

List any social, workplace, or environmental initiatives connected to your venture. Categories may include: CSR Activity, Employee Welfare Initiative (beyond statutory requirement), Environmental Initiative (e.g. carbon footprint measurement, energy audit), Community Development, Sustainability Certification, Other.

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Section 6 — Supporting Documents (optional)

Attachments are optional at this stage — the Awards Committee will contact shortlisted nominees for full documentation (e.g. financial statements, impact reports, media coverage).

Supporting Document 1 (optional)

Supporting Document 2 (optional)

Supporting Document 3 (optional)

Attachments are optional — the Awards Committee will contact shortlisted nominees for full documentation.

Section 7 — Declaration

I confirm that the information provided in this form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and that I meet the eligibility criteria for the Alumni Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence stated above. I understand that I may be asked to provide additional information or documentation, including financial statements, during the evaluation process.

Typed Full Name (as signature) *

Date *