Rise. Reinvent. Repeat

Overview

Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North 2026 returns for its second year with a renewed perspective of shifting the spotlight from achievements alone to the journeys that shape them.

In a world where success is often celebrated but seldom understood, this platform brings forward the untold stories of resilience, reinvention, and defining moments that truly shape modern leaders. Today’s influencers are not limited to business, they span across entertainment, sports, culture, and entrepreneurship, each contributing uniquely to the evolving narrative of leadership and impact.

About the Summit

The ET Edge 40 Under 40 – North Summit 2026, in its second edition, evolves into a more dynamic and inclusive platform bringing together not just business leaders, but also voices from entertainment, sports, arts, and the creator economy. It is designed to celebrate influence in its many forms and explore the journeys that shape it.

Through thoughtfully curated keynotes, candid conversations, and immersive storytelling formats, the summit encourages deeper dialogue around leadership, identity, and impact in today’s fast-changing world. It is not just a forum for recognition, but a platform for meaningful engagement, where ideas are shared, journeys are celebrated, and connections are built across industries.

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unicorns have emerged from North India across sectors

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of India’s startup funding is driven by companies in North India

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of North India’s internet users are one of the largest consumption-driven markets

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of India’s startups are estimated to be based in North India

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startups are registered across North India, spanning across diverse sectors

Source: Industry and Media reports

Who Should Attend ?

This summit is tailored for South India’s most ambitious and influential voices, including:

Young Entrepreneurs & Founders

CEOs, COOs & Business Leaders under 40

Innovators & Disruptors in Tech & Business

Investors & Venture Capitalists

Industry Experts & Thought Leaders

Policy Makers & Business Strategists

Change-makers in Sustainability & Social Impact

Digital Transformation & AI Leaders

To be featured in the ET Edge 40 Under 40 – South Edition, nominees will be evaluated across a rigorous set of parameters:

Age

Professional Achievement

Leadership

Influence within their organization and industry

To shortlist and recognize the 40 Under 40 – North Edition achievers, ET Edge Insights in collaboration with their research partner, will conduct in-dept research and evaluation. The selection is based on key parameters such as leadership excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, industry impact, and potential for future growth. These young trailblazers are chosen for their outstanding contributions to their fields and for shaping the future of business and leadership in North India.
This will be followed by a detailed evaluation process by ET Edge Insights Editors, who will analyze 1000+ individuals from North India, based on the parameters and self-nominations received.
Based on the research, 40 individuals will be shortlisted and felicitated at ET Edge 40 Under 40 - North Summit
The success stories of these business leaders will also be featured in ET Edge 40 Under 40 - North Coffee Table Book 2026
These shortlisted business leaders will be intimated and invited to be felicitated at ET Edge 40 Under 40 - North Summit