Important Dates
+ When can I start preparing my entries?
You can start preparing your entries from 14 February 2023.
+ Till when can I submit entries?
You can submit entries in three phases.
Entries submitted in Phase 1, or between 14 February 2023 to 12 March 2023 are priced at INR 10,000 + GST per entry.
Entries submitted in Phase 2, or between 13 March 2023 to 14 April 2023 are priced at INR 13,000 + GST per entry.
Entries submitted in Phase 3, or between 15 April till the final deadline of 30 April 2023, are priced at INR 16,000 + GST.
The sooner you submit, the lesser you pay.
+ When will I know if I’ve won?
All nominations will be announced via awards.kyoorius.com and kca.kyoorius.com in the last week of May 2023. Final winners will be announced at the 2023 Kyoorius Creative Awards Night is scheduled for 2 June 2023.
Submission & Pricing
+ Where do I start?
Start by looking through the Submission Guide (downloadable as a PDF). Have a look at the section on Eligibility to know if your entry is eligible. Once you’ve identified where you want to enter your work – proceed to signup on the Entry Site and create a new entry.
+ What are the submission requirements?
The submission requirements vary from category to category. Download the Submission Guide to know the specific requirements.
+ Can I enter the same piece in multiple categories?
Yes. But each entry will require its own dedicated entry submission and will count as a new entry.
+ How much does it cost?
You can submit entries in three phases.
Entries submitted in Phase 1, or between 14 February 2023 to 12 March 2023 are priced at INR 10,000 + GST per entry.
Entries submitted in Phase 2, or between 13 March 2023 to 14 April 2023 are priced at INR 13,000 + GST per entry.
Entries submitted in Phase 3, or between 15 April till the final deadline of 30 April 2023, are priced at INR 16,000 + GST.
The sooner you submit, the lesser you pay.
+ How do I pay?
You can either pay online using your credit or debit card or pay offline via cheque or bank transfer. Invoices will be raised through the entry site. For bank transfers or cheque payment, the total amount has to be transferred before the entry deadline for your entry to be accepted into the Awards.
+ Where can I find Kyoorius’ bank details?
These will be on your invoice, and will show in your online account once you specify you are paying by bank transfer.
Eligibility
+ Who can enter?
Professionals, freelancers and agencies who have worked on a piece of work for a corporate, brand or business in India can enter.
+ Is there a limit to how many entries one can enter?
No. You can enter as many entries as you like.
+ When should the work have been published?
Any work launched between 1 January 2022 and 31 March 2023 may be submitted, across all disciplines and categories.
+ Can I submit work that has already been entered to the Kyoorius Creative Awards earlier?
No. However, if there has been significant development of a project, you can enter the same again.
+ Can I submit work that has already won at another award show?
Yes.
+ Can I submit concept work or work that’s been created to win awards?
Absolutely not.
+ Can two companies enter the same work in the same category?
No. Two different entrants cannot enter the same work in the same category. In case of duplicate entries, we will only accept the entry that was paid first. However, the same project may be entered by two different entrants in different categories.
+ Can I enter work if I am the client?
Yes. As a client you are eligible to enter a piece of work that has been either created by an internal team or an external agency. This work cannot have been entered in the same category by two separate entrants.
+ Can I enter self-promotional work?
Yes, you can enter self-promotional for your own company, but only if it was released commercially and made available to potential customers.
Disciplines & Categories
+ What are the disciplines and categories that I can enter work under?
Please refer to the Category List or download the Submission Guide to know more. Please refer to the Submission Guide (downloadable as a PDF) to better understand entry requirements.
+ I’m a student, but I’ve done a professional project. Where do I submit this?
This work must be submitted in the relevant professional category and subject to rules, regulations and pricing of the professional categories.
+ Is there an age limit?
No.
+ I’ve done work for a good/social cause, where can I enter this?
Enter work in the Creativity For Good category.
+ I’ve done pro-bono work for a charity, where can I enter this?
Pro-bono work may be entered in the relevant category. The entrant must have a professional relationship with the organisation and the work has been approved to be published by the same organisation. If the media/airtime was provided pro-bono, we reserve the right to ask for confirmation from the media owner.
+ What is the Zee Equality Award presented by Indian Creative Women?
Created in collaboration with Indian Creative Women, the Zee Equality Award recognises and rewards work that has addressed and impacted gender inequality in India through innovative thinking. The work may include powerful representation of gender. It should set out to create a positive impactful change. The process remains similar to any other discipline or category at the 2022 Kyoorius Creative Awards. There are no entry fees applicable for this discipline.
+ Who will be judging my work?
As always, Kyoorius will curate a jury comprising the world and India’s leading creative and marketing minds. Meet the jurors.
Supporting Information
+ Do I have to enter credits for the work e.g. Art Director, Designer etc.?
Yes please. The Entry Site allows you to enter credits during the time of submitting your entry. Please assure you’ve filled in the correct details since these credits will be used for the Kyoorius Awards Annual, if the entry goes on to win an in-book nomination, or an Elephant.
+ What supporting information is needed for my entries?
This is detailed in the Submission Guide. There will be a field to enter your supporting information once you create your entries online.
+ Do I have to supply the supporting information requested?
What you say about your work will help judges understand its background and context, so we do recommend you supply supporting information.
+ How should I write my supporting information?
Make it as clear, concise and straight-to-the point as possible.
+ Do I need to provide translations?
Yes, if your work was not originally released in English. We only accept translations to be given on the online entry form, and not as a separate document or film. See the Submission Guide for more information.
Results & Winnings
+ How will I know if I’ve been nominated?
All nominations will be announced via awards.kyoorius.com, on a date that will be announced soon.
+ When will I know if I’ve won?
All award winners will be announced at the awards ceremony at the Kyoorius Creative Awards Night scheduled for 2 June 2023.
+ What will I win?
The winning entry in each category will receive a gorgeous Blue Elephant which you pick up at the Kyoorius Awards Night, an entry feature in the Kyoorius Awards Annual and the right to use the relevant Blue Elephant Mark.
+ Do I get something if I’m nominated?
A Baby Elephant trophy and entry in the Kyoorius Awards Annual.