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Association of Commerce and Management Research

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Nomination Cycle 2026 Active

ACAMR Annual Merit Awards 2026

Conferred at the Upcoming Gala Banquet • Application Fee: ₹0 for Active Life Members

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Ethical Merit Policy

Zero Commercialization & ₹0 Evaluation Fee

In adherence to ACAMR Constitution, scientific honors cannot be monetized. All active Life Members and Institutional Nominees are exempt from all screening, nomination, and citation fees (Application Fee: ₹0).

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Statutory Timeline for 2026 Awards Cycle

Nomination Dossier Deadline November 30, 2026 Online via Google Form or email
Jury Evaluation Results 15 December 2026 Peer reviewed by Advisory Board
Formal Award Investiture Updated Soon Upcoming, Updated Soon
Conferred Honors Dossier

5 Official ACAMR Merit Citations

Eminence & Distinguished Service ₹0 (Completely Free for Life Members)

ACAMR Lifetime Achievement Award

Eligibility: Open to distinguished academicians, researchers, educators, and professionals in commerce, management, finance, accounting, economics, business administration, and related disciplines who have demonstrated sustained excellence and significant contributions throughout their careers.

Citation & Insignia: The ACAMR Lifetime Achievement Award honors individuals for their exceptional career-long contributions to research, teaching, academic leadership, professional development, and the advancement of commerce and management.
Evaluation Rubric: Career Achievements, Research Contributions, Academic Leadership, Professional Excellence, Lasting Impact
Deadline: November 30, 2026 Submit Dossier
Mid-Career Research Excellence ₹0 (Completely Free for Life Members)

ACAMR Distinguished Researcher Award

Eligibility: Open to academicians, researchers, faculty members, and research professionals in commerce, management, business administration, finance, accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, and related disciplines.

Citation & Insignia: Awardees will receive an official digital certificate and an award insignia issued by the Association of Commerce and Management Research.
Evaluation Rubric: Research Quality, Publication Record, Scholarly Impact, Innovation, Academic Contribution
Deadline: November 30, 2026 Submit Dossier
Under 40 Years of Age ₹0 (Completely Free for Life Members)

ACAMR Young Researcher Award

Eligibility: Open to young researchers, early-career academicians, faculty members, and research scholars working in commerce, management, finance, accounting, economics, business administration, entrepreneurship, and related disciplines.

Citation & Insignia: Awardees will receive an official digital certificate and an award insignia issued by the Association of Commerce and Management Research.
Evaluation Rubric: Research Quality, Originality, Publications, Academic Achievement, Research Potential
Deadline: November 30, 2026 Submit Dossier
Gender Equality & Leadership ₹0 (Completely Free for Life Members)

ACAMR Women Excellence Award

Eligibility: Open to women academicians, researchers, faculty members, research scholars, entrepreneurs, and professionals who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to commerce, management, business administration, finance, accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, or related disciplines.

Citation & Insignia: The awardee will receive an official digital certificate of recognition and an award insignia bearing the name and identity of the Association of Commerce and Management Research. Additional recognition may be offered at the discretion of the Association.
Evaluation Rubric: Research & Publications, Academic & Professional Excellence, Leadership & Innovation, Social Contribution, Impact & Recognition
Deadline: November 30, 2026 Submit Dossier
Doctoral & Post-Graduate Merit ₹0 (Completely Free for Life Members)

ACAMR Aspiring Researcher Award (Ph.D. / PG Category)

Eligibility: Open to postgraduate students, doctoral scholars, and early-career researchers working in commerce, management, business administration, accounting, finance, economics, entrepreneurship, and related disciplines.

Citation & Insignia: Awardees will receive an official digital certificate and an award insignia issued by the Association of Commerce and Management Research.
Evaluation Rubric: Research Potential, Academic Excellence, Originality & Innovation, Research Progress, Scholarly Contribution
Deadline: June 30, 2026 Submit Dossier

Nomination Dossier Checklist

Candidates must submit their nomination package through the Google Form or as a single combined PDF to association.acmr@gmail.com:

1. Curriculum Vitae Complete academic record, Google Scholar profile, h-index citation summary.
2. Top 5 Publications First-page reprints showing DOI and journal metrics (Scopus / UGC-CARE).
3. Institutional Letter Endorsement from Principal, Head of Department, or Society Fellow.
4. Society Membership Proof Active Life Member ID number or UTR wire reference from State Bank of India.