Quick Answers to Common Questions
Q1. What is the Forbes India: Top 30 Talent Leaders -Season 3?
Top 30 Talent Leaders is a prestigious initiative that celebrates visionary Talent Leaders who are redefining the world of work. This platform recognizes Leaders who are not only transforming workplaces but also driving innovation in Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding. These leaders are at the forefront of shaping organizational culture, attracting top talent, and creating future-ready businesses.
Q2. Who qualifies as a Talent Leader?
A Talent Leader is someone who leads Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding for their organization driving hiring strategy, recruitment innovation, and the external employer brand. This recognition is focused on roles that influence how talent is attracted, hired, and how the organization is positioned as an employer of choice.
Q3. Who can apply?
• The individual nominated by the organization must be serving as the Head of Talent Acquisition or in an equivalent leadership role, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the HR industry as of March 31, 2025
• The individual must have at least one year of experience in their current organization as the Head of Talent Acquisition or in an equivalent position, as of March 31, 2025
Q4. What supporting materials can I include to strengthen my application?
To display your impact and strengthen your submission, you can upload any of the following relevant materials:
• No Objection Certificate from senior management permitting the sharing of data with the organizers and jury members
• Case studies displaying key talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives
• HR dashboards and metric reports (e.g., retention trends, diversity statistics, hiring efficiency)
• Screenshots or analytics from tools/platforms demonstrating digital or process improvements
• Before-and-after analysis highlighting measurable impact
• Employee testimonials or quotes reflecting hiring experience or brand perception
• Experience letter confirming your current role, tenure, and responsibilities
• Recent awards or recognitions relevant to your talent function
• Certifications, media features, or employer branding reports supporting your nomination
Q5. What are the key stages of the Forbes India Top 30 Talent Leaders process?
The selection process follows a structured and rigorous journey:
• Open Call for Nominations
• Nomination Closure
• Eligibility Review by EY based on predefined criteria
• Grand Jury Evaluation to determine the final list
• Announcement of the Top 30 Talent Leaders at a Grand Evening in Mumbai / Delhi
Each stage is designed to ensure credibility, transparency, and recognition of true excellence
Q6. Can I make changes to my application after it has been submitted?
Once the nomination form has been submitted, direct edits are not permitted. However, if you need to make any changes, you may contact the Forbes India team to request a re-submission of your application.
Q7. Can I fill my application form offline instead of online?
Yes—the nominations are collected offline as well as via the online portal. Offline or emailed submissions will be accepted.
Q8. What is the deadline for submission of entries?
Entries must be submitted by June 30, 2025 (23:59 IST)
Q9. When will the results be announced?
The Top 30 list of talent leaders will be released in month of August 2025
Q10. Will there be one winner for each category?
No—this is a consolidated Top 30 list across all talent-leadership roles. There are no separate category winners; the 30 individuals with the highest overall scores will be featured in the list
For more details about the awards, refer to the Terms and Conditions