The Fintech India Expo, co-located with the 33rd Convergence India Expo, was held from March 23–25, bringing together financial institutions, startups, regulators, and technology providers. Alongside it, the Fintech India Innovation Awards 2026 spotlighted how digital payments, lending innovation, regtech, and green banking are reshaping India’s financial ecosystem—bridging the gap between traditional banking and next-generation technologies through collaboration, partnerships, and real-world showcases.

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Recognising Excellence Across Fintech Segments

The awards segment recognised standout performers who are driving this transformation. In the Co-Operative Banking Award category, Cosmos Bank was honoured for its consistent efforts in modernising cooperative banking through digital adoption and customer-centric services. PNB Housing Finance secured the title of Fastest Growing Housing Finance Company, reflecting its strong expansion strategy and ability to scale lending operations while maintaining asset quality. In the regtech space, Perfios was named Regtech Solution Provider of the Year for its advanced data aggregation and analytics platforms that simplify compliance and risk management for financial institutions.

Meanwhile, Razorpay was awarded B2B Payments Platform of the Year, recognising its robust infrastructure that empowers businesses with seamless payment solutions and financial automation tools. iServeU earned accolades for Digital Transformation in Banking – Technology Provider, thanks to its role in enabling financial inclusion through scalable banking and payment solutions. The Lending Tech of the Year award went to OPL Innovate, acknowledging its contribution to streamlining credit delivery through innovative lending platforms.

In the payments domain, Pine Labs was recognised as Payment Technology of the Year, underlining its leadership in merchant commerce and digital payment ecosystems. Lastly, NABARD received the Excellence in Green Banking award for its impactful initiatives promoting sustainable finance and environmentally responsible banking practices—an area gaining increasing importance in India’s financial narrative.

Jury Panel and Evaluation Process

The awards were evaluated by an esteemed jury panel comprising industry leaders, including Sirisha Viruganti, Executive Council Member at NASSCOM; Ravi Varma Datta, Senior VP – Customs Solutions at Mastercard; Vijay Rajagopal, Head of BFSI & Fintech Go-to-Market at Amazon Web Services; and Saurabh Sinha, Partner – Financial Services at BDO India. Their combined expertise ensured a rigorous and transparent evaluation process, identifying organisations that have not only demonstrated innovation but also delivered measurable impact across the fintech value chain.

Each awardee stood out for a unique contribution to the ecosystem. From strengthening cooperative banking frameworks and accelerating housing finance growth to redefining compliance, payments, and lending technologies—these winners exemplify the diverse innovation shaping India’s fintech future. Notably, the inclusion of green banking as a category reflects a broader industry shift towards sustainability, signalling how fintech is increasingly aligning with environmental and social goals.

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Convergence India Expo 2026

A standout highlight of Convergence India Expo 2026 drew over 41,000 visitors, facilitated 1,100 curated meetings, and featured 280+ speakers across 60 sessions. The Fintech India Innovation Awards underscored the growing momentum of India’s fintech revolution. More than just a celebration of excellence, the awards reflect a rapidly evolving ecosystem driven by innovation, inclusion, and sustainability. As fintech continues to redefine how India banks, pays, and invests, platforms like these are shaping the conversations and the companies that will lead the future.

With the next edition scheduled for March 23–25, 2027, expectations are already high. Bigger participation, deeper collaborations, and breakthrough innovations are set to take centre stage, reinforcing the expo’s position as India’s definitive hub for technology, finance, and forward-thinking leadership.