The Hindu, in collaboration with global employee experience experts WorkL, is on a nationwide search for India’s top employers—those that champion employee engagement, wellbeing, and workplace excellence. No matter your size or sector, your organisation has the chance to be recognised as a “Best Place to Work in India 2026.”
Entries close on 28th February 2026 — Don’t miss your chance to stand out.

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Why Enter?

1. National Recognition

  • Be spotlighted by The Hindu, one of India’s most respected news brands, as a leader in employee experience.

2. Quick & Budget-Friendly

  • It takes less than 10 minutes to apply and is designed to be accessible for organisations of all sizes.

3. Instant Data & Insights

  • Gain access to real-time feedback with comprehensive employee survey results, including:
  • Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS)
  • Flight risk and engagement metrics
  • Word clouds and keyword trends
  • Advanced analytics and optional Instant Action Software™ to drive improvement

4. Boost Retention & Attract the Best Talent

  • Use your recognition to retain top performers and attract high-quality candidates who want to work somewhere they’ll thrive.

5. Benchmarking Data

  • WorkL’s cutting-edge global platform ensures your results are benchmarked and trusted.

Deadline: 28th February 2026 – Secure your spot and elevate your employer brand.

Contact Options


We’re here to help you every step of the way.


Book a one-on-one meeting

  • with a member of our dedicated awards team for personalised guidance.

Award Categories

Be recognised in categories tailored to your organisation’s size, focus, and impact:

  • Best Places to Work – Small Organisation (10–49 Employees)
  • Best Places to Work – Medium Organisation (50–249 Employees)
  • Best Places to Work – Big Organisation (250–1,999 Employees)
  • Best Places to Work – Very Big Organisation (2,000+ Employees)

Additional and demographic-based categories winners:

  • Best Places to Work for Women
  • Best Places to Work for Disabled Employees
  • Best Places to Work for Diversity and Inclusion
  • Best Places to Work for Mental Health and Wellbeing

Still have questions about the awards?

Feel free to reach out at thehindubestplacestowork@workl.com to learn more. We’re happy to help!