READY TO ENTER NECCA 2026?

Follow the steps below to submit your nomination. Nominations open on 1st June 2026 and close on 24th July 2026 at 5pm. Late submissions cannot be accepted.

How to enter

Follow these easy steps:

Step 1: Review the Categories

Browse our full range of award categories and identify which is the best fit for your entry.

Link to Categories & Criteria Page

Step 2: Download the Entry Toolkit

Read our Entry Toolkit for tips on structuring your nomination and what judges are looking for.

[Link to download Toolkit PDF]

Step 3: Attend a Support Session

We offer a great opportunity to get support before submitting:

'How to Enter' Webinar - 27th May 2026

Learn from our judges about creating a winning entry and hear their top tips for success.

Step 4: Submit your Nomination Form

We have made the nomination process as simple as possible. Nominations will open on the 1st June and will stay open until 24th July.

We have linked with the Awardify online platform so the process starts with you registering, once you have your login you can continue to login and out to complete your form.

tips for your nomination form

HOW TO CREATE AN ENTRY

Entering NECCA is straightforward. We've kept the nomination questions focused and concise, so there are no complicated forms to wrestle with. Just tell your story, in your words. What have you achieved? What makes you, your team, or your organisation stand out? That's it.

The entire process is online through the NECCA entry portal—quick, simple, and designed to work around your schedule.

Here's what you need to know:

Register your entry and return to the nomination form as many times as you like. There's no pressure to complete it in one sitting. Refine, revise, and perfect your submission at your own pace.
We recommend writing your entries in a Word document first, then copying and pasting into the online form when you're ready. This gives you flexibility and a backup of your work.
If you get stuck or need guidance on the process, reach out. We're here to help. Drop us an email or give us a call—we're happy to answer questions and support your entry.
The goal is simple: help you showcase your achievement in the way that matters most. No jargon, no unnecessary complexity. Just your story, told well.

KEY DATES FOR NECCA 2026

Everything you need to know about this year's awards programme, from nominations to celebration.

‘How to Enter’ webinar

Wednesday 27th May

Join our industry judges for an exclusive session designed to help you submit a strong and compelling entry for NECCA 2026. You will gain practical guidance on understanding the judging criteria, demonstrating measurable impact, structuring your submission effectively, and avoiding common pitfalls.

This interactive session offers valuable insight into what makes an award-winning entry and gives you the confidence to showcase your achievements at the North East Contact Centre Awards.

1st June 2026:

NECCA

Nominations

Open

27th

May 2026:

"How to Enter" Support Webinar

24th July 2026:

Nominations Close at 5pm - Final day to submit

Sept

2026:

Shortlist Announced - Top entries across all categories

12th Nov 2026:

Gala Dinner & Awards Evening - Celebrate the winners

SPONSORSHIP AND PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Why Sponsor the North East Contact Centre Awards?

The North East Contact Centre Awards provides direct access to a highly engaged community of senior leaders, operational decision-makers and industry influencers. Sponsorship aligns your brand with excellence in customer experience, leadership and performance, positioning you as a trusted partner within the region’s contact centre sector.

Through year-round promotion, thought leadership opportunities and presence at the Awards Gala Dinner, NECCA offers more than visibility. It creates meaningful connection, credibility and commercial opportunity within a sector that employs more than 35,000 people across the North East.