Kochi: The Pepper Awards 2026 has opened its Call for Entries for its 20th edition, inviting agencies, brands and creative professionals from across India to participate in the annual awards celebrating creative excellence.
The Call for Entries was jointly launched by Josy Paul, Chairman & CCO, BBDO India, and Prathap Suthan, Co-founder & CCO, Bang In The Middle, at a function held in Kochi.
Marking two decades of the Pepper Awards, the 2026 edition expands its footprint beyond its South Indian roots to establish the platform as a national celebration of creativity and communication.
The 20th edition features an expanded range of categories reflecting the evolving creative and communications landscape. Entries will be evaluated by a jury comprising leading creative and industry professionals.
The Pepper Awards 2026 will culminate in a full-day event at the Bolgatty Events Centre in Kochi on Friday, November 27, 2026. The programme will include a Knowledge Sharing Session in the morning, followed by the Awards Evening.
The Call for Entries is currently open, with participants able to view the categories, regulations and entry details, and register and upload their work online.
The deadline for entries is September 30, 2026, at 5 PM.
As Pepper Awards marks its 20th edition, the organisers have invited India’s creative community to participate under the theme, “Bring your best work. Let Creativity speak.”
For further details, participants can visit
