Competition & Award
CNBC Disruptor 50 2026 Nomination Opportunity
Apply by Feb 23, 2026
About
The CNBC Disruptor 50 2026 is an annual competition recognizing the most innovative private startups established after January 1, 2011, offering global exposure and expert recognition to enhance visibility and market expansion opportunities for high-potential companies.
Benefits
- 📺 Media Exposure
- Selected companies will receive extensive exposure on CNBC's television, digital, and social platforms
- 🌟 Increased Credibility
- Enhancement of company visibility and industry influence through CNBC's authoritative rating system and editorial review
- 🏆 Recognition by Experts
- Recognition from top academic and venture capital experts, aiding in fundraising and market expansion
Eligibility Criteria
- 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
- Open to startups from around the world
- 🏢 Legal Status
- Must be an independent, privately held startup
- 📅 Company Age
- Company must be established after January 1, 2011
- 👥 Submission Representatives
- Applications can be submitted by founders, executives, investors, or their PR representatives
Participation Commitments
- 📄 Application Submission
- Candidates must submit their applications by the deadline
- 📊 Evaluation Process
- Candidates will be evaluated based on quantitative and qualitative metrics regarding scalability, revenue, and user growth
Target Region
Open to startups worldwide
Target Sector
Focus on innovative technology applications across various industries
CNBC