Chief Guest (TBA)
Union Minister of State for Cooperation
Government of India
#IC15Years
Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026
A premier national platform bringing together 200+ senior cooperative leaders, policymakers, regulators and technology partners.
About the Summit
Overview of Indian Cooperative Summit 2026
Indian Cooperative, India's leading cooperative news portal, is celebrating 15 years of dedicated service to the cooperative movement. To commemorate this landmark milestone, we are organising the Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026 on Friday, 23 October 2026, in New Delhi.
The Summit is envisaged as a premier national platform that will bring together over 200 senior delegates representing Urban Cooperative Banks, State Cooperative Banks, District Central Cooperative Banks, Multi-State Cooperative Credit Societies, dairy, fertilizer, marketing and other cooperative institutions, along with policymakers, regulators, technology providers and industry experts.
The event will facilitate meaningful deliberations on the future of the cooperative sector, with a special focus on governance, digital transformation, financial inclusion, innovation, regulatory developments and emerging opportunities.
Theme: Sahkar Se Samriddhi — Governance, Digital Transformation & Excellence
Why this summit?
The Ministry of Cooperation has taken landmark initiatives that have strengthened the cooperative movement and advanced the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samriddhi.”
Invitation extended to Hon'ble Union Minister of State for Cooperation as Chief Guest for the inaugural session.
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Our Partners for 2026
Collaborating with institutions shaping India’s cooperative ecosystem.
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Exhibitor Partners
Speakers
Esteemed Speakers
Meet the distinguished leaders shaping India’s cooperative ecosystem.
Ajay Jha
Editor & CEO
Indian Cooperative
Bank Chairperson (TBA)
Chairman
Urban Cooperative Bank
Policy Expert (TBA)
Senior Official
Cooperative Sector
Technology Leader (TBA)
CTO / Digital Head
Technology Partner
Dairy Leader (TBA)
Managing Director
Dairy Cooperative Federation
R. Sharma (TBA)
CEO
State Cooperative Bank
M. Kumar (TBA)
Director
Multi-State Credit Society
15-Year Legacy
Indian Cooperative — a legacy of impact
15
Years
Of dedicated cooperative journalism & sector coverage
200+
Delegates
Senior leaders expected at the New Delhi summit
1
National Summit
Premier platform for cooperative excellence in 2026
Multiple
Award Categories
Recognising excellence across the cooperative ecosystem
Why New Delhi?
The national capital for a national celebration
Policy Hub
Home to the Ministry of Cooperation and key institutions shaping Sahkar Se Samriddhi.
National Access
Excellent connectivity for delegates from every state and cooperative federation.
Prestige Venue
Ideal setting for an awards evening and high-level inaugural session.
Key Highlights
What to expect
National Summit
One-day flagship summit in New Delhi for cooperative leadership.
200+ Delegates
UCBs, StCBs, DCCBs, multi-state societies, dairy & fertilizer coops.
Excellence Awards
Recognising governance, innovation, digital & member excellence.
Policy Dialogue
Deliberations with policymakers, regulators and sector experts.
Digital Focus
Sessions on technology, cybersecurity and transformation.
15-Year Legacy
Celebrating Indian Cooperative’s dedicated service to the movement.
Focus Areas
Strategic priorities for 2026
Governance & Institutional Strengthening
Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity
Financial Inclusion & Member Services
Regulatory Developments & Compliance
Innovation & Emerging Opportunities
Capacity Building & Leadership
Agenda Highlights
A focused day of dialogue, awards & networking
Curated snapshot of Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026 — Friday, 23 October 2026.
Morning Session
Inaugural & Keynote
- Welcome & lamp lighting
- Chief Guest address
- 15 Years of Indian Cooperative — journey film
- Keynote on Sahkar Se Samriddhi
Midday
Panel Discussions
- Governance & regulatory developments
- Digital transformation in cooperatives
- Financial inclusion & member services
- Innovation & emerging opportunities
Afternoon
Excellence Awards 2026
- Award categories presentation
- Recognition of outstanding cooperatives
- Acceptance remarks by awardees
- Networking high-tea
Evening
Networking & Close
- Delegate networking
- Partner interactions
- Vote of thanks & closing
Excellence Awards 2026
Recognising outstanding cooperatives
The Indian Cooperative Excellence Awards 2026 will recognise outstanding cooperative institutions from across the country for their exemplary achievements in governance, innovation, digital transformation, financial performance, member services and other areas of excellence.
Governance Excellence
Boards and institutions setting benchmarks in transparency and leadership.
Digital Transformation
Cooperatives pioneering technology, cyber readiness and member-facing digital services.
Member Services
Outstanding reach, inclusion and service delivery for cooperative members.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about IC Summit 2026
Clear answers for delegates, partners and award nominators.
What is the Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026?
The Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026 is a premier national platform organised by Indian Cooperative to commemorate 15 years of dedicated cooperative journalism. It brings together over 200 senior delegates from Urban Cooperative Banks, State Cooperative Banks, District Central Cooperative Banks, multi-state societies, dairy and fertilizer cooperatives, along with policymakers and technology partners, for dialogue, awards and networking in New Delhi.
When and where is the IC Summit 2026 being held?
The Indian Cooperative Summit & Excellence Awards 2026 will be held on Friday, 23 October 2026 in New Delhi, India. The one-day summit includes an inaugural keynote, panel discussions, Excellence Awards presentation and structured networking for cooperative leadership.
Who should attend the Indian Cooperative Summit 2026?
The summit is designed for chairpersons, MDs, CEOs, CTOs, board members and senior officials of cooperative banks and societies; federation leaders; regulators and policymakers; and technology and solution partners serving India’s cooperative ecosystem under the vision of Sahkar Se Samriddhi.
How can organisations partner or nominate for awards?
Organisations can submit partnership interest through the Partner With Us form and nominate cooperatives for the Indian Cooperative Excellence Awards 2026 through the Award Nomination form. For direct assistance, contact Mr. Ajay Jha, Editor, Indian Cooperative at 9650488222 or ajayjha@indiancooperative.com.
What is the theme of Indian Cooperative Summit 2026?
The theme of Indian Cooperative Summit 2026 aligns with Sahkar Se Samriddhi — focusing on governance, digital transformation, financial inclusion, innovation and regulatory developments that strengthen India’s cooperative movement.
Contact Us
Partnerships, participation & nominations
Mr. Ajay Jha
Editor, Indian Cooperative
Phone: 9650488222
Email: ajayjha@indiancooperative.com
Flat No-3; A-119, Paryavaran Complex, IGNOU Road, Saket, New Delhi