Why should you enter the CIPR Excellence Awards?


The CIPR Excellence Awards are the PR and communications industry’s leading awards. 

With 33 categories spanning every discipline of modern communications, the CIPR Excellence Awards 2026 celebrate campaigns, individuals, teams and agencies that have genuinely made a difference.

Behind every winning entry is the story of a team who changed perceptions, delivered measurable impact, and moved brands, organisations and society forward.

Whether you’re an agency looking to turn awards success into competitive advantage, or an in-house team seeking to demonstrate strategic value, the CIPR Excellence Awards offer global recognition that truly matters.

Put your work in the frame and ensure your achievements are not just celebrated, but respected and remembered.

 

What are the benefits of winning the CIPR Excellence Awards?

For agencies

  • Stand out in a crowded market with recognition from the world’s only Chartered body for PR.
  • Win new business by demonstrating creativity, strategic thinking and measurable impact.
  • Strengthen pitches and credentials with recognised and trusted proof of your success.
  • Attract and retain top talent by showing your agency values and rewards outstanding work.
  • Build a lasting legacy by celebrating work that stands the test of time.

For in-house teams

  • Gain credible recognition that resonates at board level.
  • Demonstrate the strategic value and impact of communications.
  • Benchmark your work against the very best in the profession.
  • Strengthen your internal profile and influence across the organisation.
  • Boost morale, retention and professional credibility within your team.

 

Key Dates

Standard Entry Deadline: 12 March 2026
Final Entry Deadline: 24 March, 18:00 GMT (deadline extended)
Entry Payment Deadline: 1 April 2026
Shortlist Announcement: 28 April 2026 

Fees

Standard entry - £345 + VAT
Standard Outstanding Young Communicator - £260 + VAT
Standard Independent PR Practitioner - £205 + VAT

Final entry - £400 + VAT
Final Outstanding Young Communicator - £315 + VAT
Final Independent PR Practitioner - £260 + VAT

 

 

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Award Categories 2026

Campaign categories, Individual & Team Awards and what to include in your entry.

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FAQs

Answers to the questions we’re most often asked.

 

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Top Tips

Helpful hints for your entry.

 

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Judges

Find out about the judging process and apply for the 2026 judging panel. 

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The Results for 2025

See who won on the night.

 

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2025 Photo gallery

See all the shots of the fantastic night.

 

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The industry’s leading PR awards scheme is back for 2026 to recognise the phenomenal work of public relations practitioners around the globe. Join over 600 potential customers at the calendar highlight of the year for the PR profession.
 
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