2026 WallMag Awards

WallMag Rap Awards 2026

Bars That Hit Different

Winners announced on Jul 20, 2026

The submission deadline has been extended to 20 July 2026. There's still time to enter — and if you've already submitted, add your ownership statement before then to stay in the running.

Judged based upon work

WallMag Rap Awards 2026 celebrate India's sharpest rappers and lyricists — voices shaping the country's hip-hop, drill, gully, conscious, and underground scenes. The award invites original tracks across regional languages and styles — from polished mixes to raw freestyles — judged on flow, lyricism, and presence. Entries are evaluated through a curated industry jury alongside an open community vote, recognising both technical writing and stage-ready energy. Selected creators earn national visibility, partner brand collaboration opportunities, and a place in WallMag's hip-hop legacy.

Timeline

6 May, 2026

Event Start

Submissions open for the WallMag Rap Awards 2026.

17 Jul, 2026

Submissions Close

Final day to enter your strongest work.

20 Jul, 2026

Top 100 Finalists Shortlisted

Curated selection from jury + community votes.

27 Jul, 2026

Top 3 Winners Announcement

Celebration of the year's finest in rap and hip-hop.

3 Aug, 2026

Prize & Certificate Distribution

Partner brand coupons, certificates, and feature placements rolled out.

What to Upload

Submit up to 5 of your strongest, original rap and hip-hop works. Each submission may include a single piece or a coherent set telling one story. We are excited about original rap tracks — recorded audio or video — across languages and sub-genres, with full original lyrics ownership.

Submissions must be your own original work and ownership. Do not upload AI-generated, stock-licensed, or plagiarised content — entries containing these will be disqualified without refund. Submit at the highest available quality the platform allows.

Briefly describe the concept, process, or story behind each submission — context helps the jury and community connect with your craft.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who can participate in the WallMag Rap Awards 2026?

A: Any creator based in India over 18 years of age can participate. There are no genre or experience restrictions within rap and hip-hop.

Q: How are winners selected?

A: Submissions go through a two-stage evaluation: an open community vote shortlists the Top 100 finalists, and a curated industry jury picks the Top 3 winners from the finalists.

Q: How many submissions can I make?

A: You can submit up to 5 original rap and hip-hop works. Submissions must be your own — duplicate, plagiarised, or stolen content will be disqualified.

Q: How are prizes and certificates distributed?

A: Partner brand discount coupons are emailed to winners and finalists within 7 days of the winner announcement. Certificates and Creator Magazine features follow the published timeline.

Q: Can I submit cover songs or do they need to be originals?

A: Both are welcome where the award name allows it. Cover Artist Awards require covers; Vocalist, Rap, Guitar, and Independent Music Creator Awards expect original work or distinctive covers credited to the original artist. Always own your master recording.