Agri Icons - 40 Under 40

About Agri Icons - 40Under40

Krishi Jagran, India's leading agriculture-focused media platform, has been at the forefront of empowering the farming community and agri stakeholders for over two decades. With a massive multilingual reach through 12 language editions, Krishi Jagran connects with over 10 million farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and corporates across the nation. We serve as a trusted bridge between innovation and implementation in the Indian agriculture ecosystem.

As a part of our commitment to celebrating excellence and fostering future-ready leadership in the sector, we are proud to present the inaugural edition of the Krishi Jagran - Agri Icons: 40 Under 40 Shaping the Future Awards. This exclusive recognition platform is dedicated to identifying and honoring India's most promising young minds—innovators, entrepreneurs, scientists, technologists, and social leaders—under the age of 40 who are transforming Indian agriculture and allied industries with fresh ideas, sustainable solutions, and impactful ventures.

Through this initiative, Krishi Jagran aims to spotlight next-generation trailblazers and inspire a broader movement of change, collaboration, and growth across rural India.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • The nominee must be under 40 years of age as of [cutoff date]
  • Must be an Indian citizen or working primarily in India’s agriculture or allied sectors
  • Open to individuals, entrepreneurs, researchers, professionals, and influencers meeting the category criteria
  • Must have demonstrable impact, innovation, or leadership in the agriculture domain
  • Self-nominations and third-party nominations are accepted

Rules & Regulations

  • All nominations must be submitted through the official portal by the deadline
  • Nominees must provide authentic and verifiable information; any false claims will lead to disqualification.
  • Required Supporting Documents for Nomination Evaluation. To ensure a fair and thorough evaluation, please upload the following mandatory documents along with your nomination:
    • Age Proof: Valid government-issued ID (Aadhar card, Passport, Driving License, etc.) to verify the nominee'sage.
    • Photograph: A Recent passport-sized photograph of the nominee.
    • Proof of Work: Documentation demonstrating your contributions in the agriculture domain relevant to your chosen category. This can include case studies, project reports, testimonials, media articles, product brochures, or any other evidence showcasing your impact and achievements.
  • Nominations submitted without these documents will be considered incomplete and may not be evaluated.
  • Jury decisions are final and binding; no correspondence will be entertained post-decision
  • Nominees may be contacted for interviews or additional information
  • Organizers reserve the right to modify the awards process or categories if required
  • By participating, nominees consent to the use of their information and images for promotional purposes

Fee Structure

A non-refundable nomination fee of INR 7,000 + taxes is applicable for each submission. The nomination will be considered complete only after the fee payment is confirmed. Payment details and instructions will be provided upon form submission.

Submission Deadline

On-Time Deadline: July 31st, 2025
Extended Deadline: August 15th, 2025 (subject to approval)
  • The payment for Agri Icons: 40 Under 40 should be done in the name of - Bank Details:
  • No refunds will be made once payment is submitted.
  • The form can be submitted online 24x7
Nominations will only be considered if payment is made in advance, before the jury evaluation. Krishi Jagran reserves the right to reject any nominations if the full fee is not submitted.