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A national makeup artist competitionPresented by AIRA by Glam Aesthetics
Your artistry. A national stage.Hyderabad · Season 01 · 2026—27
A national stage for makeup artistryYour artistry.
Your artistry.
In the spotlight.
Studio beauty. Editorial imagination. Runway confidence. Bring your skill and your point of view to India’s national makeup artist competition.
Entries: 18 Nov – 14 Dec 2026 · Open to artists aged 18+
Studio. Editorial. Runway.
Your artistry belongs here.
Your artistry belongs here.
Talent has no postcode.Every artist has
Every artist has
a signature.
From a home studio to an editorial set, let your signature be seen.
Freelancers. Salon artists. Editorial creatives. Academy students. Home-service beauticians. If you’re a makeup artist in India aged 18 or over, this is your stage.
6–10Photos of your own work
60 secYour introduction video
One you.Your own creative point of view
Every entrant receives a score card. Judging is based on your work.
Explore entry requirementsExplore the craftBeauty is a craft.
See how it worksBeauty is a craft.
Make it your own.
Eye artistry
Colour placed and blended with precision.
Studio technique
A clear view of the artist’s hands and process.
Finishing touches
Cheek colour blended into a polished look.
Illustrative stock footage. Actual contestant and event films will follow during the season.
Mark your calendar
Explore the four zonesYour season, at a glance.
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| 18 Nov – 14 Dec 2026 | Registration and portfolio upload |
| 17 Dec 2026 | Portfolio review update and next brief |
| 26 Dec 2026 | Last day to upload your video task |
| 29 Dec 2026 | Zonal selection update. Participation instructions shared directly |
| 9–10 Jan 2027 | South zonals (Bengaluru) and West zonals (Mumbai) |
| 16–17 Jan 2027 | North zonals (Delhi NCR) and East zonals (Kolkata) |
| 27–30 Jan 2027 | Grand finale, Hyderabad. Final event on 30 January |
The prizeA crown, a studio,
A crown, a studio,
a national name.
The winner takes ₹25 lakh and a Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise. Both runners-up also receive cash and a franchise of their own.
See all prizesPrize amounts are gross. TDS on winnings applies as per law.
India’s Next Glam Icon₹25lakh
₹10 lakh1st runner-up + franchise
₹5 lakh2nd runner-up + franchise
Glam Icon Pro AcademyRefine your craft.
Refine your craft.
Build your future.
21 days of hands-on learning in Hyderabad.
Bridal, HD, editorial, hair and the business of makeup. Includes a professional kit, portfolio photoshoot and certificate.
Discover the Pro AcademyOpen to everyone. Academy enrolment gives no advantage in contest judging.
Great artistry deserves great partners.
Be part of the first season.
Our partners will be announced soon.
Partner with the showThe next chapter starts with your work.Your next chapter
Begin your registration
Your next chapter
starts here.
Begin your registrationRegistrations open 18 November · Close 14 December 2026
Your work opens the door.
How to take part
Start with your portfolio. Bring your technique, imagination and professional approach.
- Your entry
Introduce yourself and your work
Complete your profile, choose your strongest original portfolio photographs and record a short introduction. Entry is open to makeup artists in India aged 18 or over.
- Your portfolio
Let your craft speak
Show a range of techniques and styles. Use your own work, natural light and unfiltered images. Every entrant receives a score card.
- Your updates
Watch for the next brief
Selection updates, task briefs and participation details will be communicated directly to eligible contestants. The detailed competition format will be announced in due course.
Zonals and grand finale
Your zone is set by the state you live in. Venue addresses are sent to qualifiers with their entry pass.
Bengaluru
South zone
9–10 January 2027
Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry and islands
Mumbai
West zone
9–10 January 2027
Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Delhi NCR
North zone
16–17 January 2027
Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal, J&K, Ladakh, Chandigarh
Kolkata
East zone
16–17 January 2027
West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand and the North-East states
A national stage.
The details, in time.
The grand finale is planned for Hyderabad, 27–30 January 2027.
Task briefs, reporting times and the detailed event format will be shared directly with eligible contestants. Venue addresses will accompany entry information.
Prizes
All three winners receive cash and their own Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise.
1st runner-up
₹10 lakh
+ Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise and trophy
India's Next Glam Icon
₹25 lakh
+ Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise, crown and a year as brand ambassador
2nd runner-up
₹5 lakh
+ Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise and trophy
| Also rewarded | Cash | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Ranks 4–6 | ₹1,50,000 each | Free Pro Academy masterclass seat |
| Ranks 7–15 | ₹50,000 each | Priority franchise offer |
| Top artist in each zone | ₹50,000 each | "Zonal Glam Star" title |
| All finalists | – | Finalist certificate and a feature on our YouTube channel |
Prize amounts are gross. Tax deducted at source (TDS) on winnings is applied as per Indian income tax law before payout.
The Glam Icon Makeup Studios franchise
Each season's winners open studios under the Glam Icon name, promoted on every new season of the show.
- Franchise fee waived for the three winners; other finalists get priority offers.
- No royalty for the first three years.
- From year four, renew with a royalty or buy a permanent licence for your territory.
- Training, brand manual, launch promotion and protected territory included.
Full terms are given in the franchise agreement. Want a franchise without competing? Send an enquiry.
Registration preview. Use OTP 123456. No SMS is sent, no files are uploaded and no payment is taken.
Register for Season 1
Takes about 10 minutes. Keep your portfolio photos and intro video ready on your phone. Your progress is saved on this device.
- 1. Your details
- 2. Your work
- 3. Portfolio
- 4. Confirm and pay
Your preview is complete
Your sample registration ID is
GI-S1-000000
No registration has been submitted and no payment has been taken. Explore a sample contestant dashboard below.
Go to my dashboardInteractive preview. Account access and form delivery will be available after launch setup.
Your dashboard
Log in with your mobile number to see your status, score card, task briefs and entry pass.
Sample status
What a contestant sees after logging in.
- Registered and paid
Portfolio received20 Nov - Portfolio review
Results and score card on this page17 Dec - Video task
Brief, upload and deadline appear here26 Dec - Zonal kit fee and entry pass
Pay ₹7,000 + GST, download QR pass2 Jan - Zonal competition
Venue, reporting time, model consent formJan - Grand finale
Travel and stay details27 Jan
Glam Icon Pro Academy
A 21-day intensive at our Hyderabad studio: 18 days in the studio and 3 online, 10 am to 5 pm, in batches of 25.
You leave with a professional kit worth about ₹12,000, a portfolio photoshoot and the Glam Icon Pro Academy certificate. Open to anyone; training gives no advantage in contest judging.
Course fee₹79,900.00
GST at 18%₹14,382.00
Total₹94,282.00
EMI available over 3, 6 or 9 months at checkout.
What you'll learn
- Skin science, prep, products and hygiene
- Colour theory and Indian shade matching
- Base, correction, contour, HD and airbrush
- Eyes: cut crease, smoky, halo, lashes and liner
- North, South, East and West Indian bridal looks
- Hairstyling: buns, waves, braids, accessories
- Editorial, camera makeup and SFX basics
- Men's grooming and mature skin
- Portfolio photography and Instagram content
- Pricing, bridal packages, clients and running a studio
Book your seat
Booking preview. No payment is taken and no seat is reserved.
Interactive preview. Account access and form delivery will be available after launch setup.
Partner with the show
Put your brand in front of working makeup artists across India, the people who choose what their clients buy, from the first ad to the last YouTube episode.
Title sponsor
₹60 lakh
"India's Next Glam Icon presented by your brand" across all media, exclusive in makeup, two sponsored finale rounds, a seat on the jury for your lead artist.
Kit partner
₹25 lakh
Your products in the official zonal kits, logo on apron and box, and the Day 1 zonal task uses your range. Cash or products.
Skincare partner
₹15 lakh
Skin-prep stations at zonals and finale, a dedicated skin-prep round, products used in the Pro Academy.
Hospitality partner
₹10 lakh
Host the finalists and judges or the finale venue, with branding across the finale episodes.
Associate partner
₹5 lakh
Logo and mentions across the show. Suits hair tools, lashes, bridal wear and jewellery, wedding platforms, beverages and EMI partners.
Ask for the sponsor deck
Questions
Who can take part?
Any makeup artist living in India who is 18 or older on the day of registration, at any experience level.
What does the ₹2,999 fee cover?
Entry to the contest, the portfolio review by two judges and your personal score card. GST of 18% is added at checkout, so you pay ₹3,538.82.
Can I get a refund?
The registration fee is non-refundable once paid, including if you are not selected. If we cancel the season, you get a full refund.
What happens if I'm selected for the zonals?
You pay ₹7,000 + GST by 2 January for the official kit, which you collect at check-in and keep. You'll get your entry pass, venue and reporting time in your dashboard.
Do I need to bring a model?
Yes, for the zonals: one model aged 18 or over, who signs a consent form at check-in. At the grand finale, models are provided.
Who pays for travel to the finale?
We reimburse travel up to ₹5,000 per finalist and provide stay, food and models during the finale.
Does the Pro Academy help me get selected?
No. Judging is blind and based only on your work. The academy helps you build skills and a stronger portfolio.
How are winners paid?
By bank transfer after the finale. Prize amounts are gross; TDS on winnings is deducted as required by law.
Is there an app?
You can add this website to your phone's home screen and use it like an app. A store app follows after the season.
Interactive preview. Account access and form delivery will be available after launch setup.
Contact us
Contestant help, franchise enquiries and press.
WhatsApp and phone
+91 9056 9056 08
10 am – 7 pm, Monday to Saturday
Email
Support email to be announced
Office
Glam Aesthetics
Nakshatra Building, 3rd Floor, Plot 472, 8-2-293/82/A
Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills
Hyderabad, Telangana 500033
Terms and conditions
Draft for legal review. Last updated: 12 November 2026.
The organiser
India's Next Glam Icon is organised by [legal entity name], Hyderabad, Telangana ("we").
Eligibility
- Open to residents of India aged 18 or over.
- One registration per person. Duplicate or false entries are removed without refund.
Skill-based contest
Results depend only on scores given by the jury against published criteria. There is no element of chance.
Fees
Registration ₹2,999 + GST; zonal kit ₹7,000 + GST for qualifiers. See the refund policy.
Use of content
By entering you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use your submitted photos, videos and filmed performance on the show, YouTube and social media.
Conduct and disqualification
We may disqualify entries that use other people's work, edited or AI-generated images, or that break the contest rules or behave unsafely at an event.
Prizes
Prizes are paid by bank transfer after verification. Taxes, including TDS on winnings, are applied as required by law. Franchise awards are subject to signing the franchise agreement.
Jury decision
The jury's decision is final.
Governing law
Indian law; courts at Hyderabad have jurisdiction.
Draft for legal review.
Contest rules
- Portfolio images must be your own work, unfiltered, with at least two before-and-after pairs.
- The Level 3 video must be one uncut time-lapse starting with your registration ID card and the date.
- Zonal Day 1 uses only the official kit. On Day 2 up to five declared base products of your own are allowed.
- Models must be 18+ and sign a consent form. Patch-test any product the model has not used before.
- Hygiene: sanitise tools, use disposables for mascara and lip, no double-dipping.
- The judging framework and detailed task rules will be shared with eligible contestants before their event.
Draft for legal review.
Refund policy
- Registration fees are non-refundable once paid, whatever the result.
- Zonal kit fees are refundable only if we cancel your zonal event.
- Pro Academy: full refund up to 7 days before your batch starts; after that, a one-time move to a later batch.
- If a payment is taken twice, the extra amount is refunded within 7 working days.
Draft for legal review.
Privacy policy
We collect your name, contact details, date of birth, location, professional details, portfolio, videos and ID proof to run the contest, verify identity and contact you.
We share your details with sponsors only if you opt in at registration, and you can withdraw that consent at any time by writing to Support email to be announced.
Payments are processed by our payment provider; we do not store card or bank details. We keep entries for the season and up to 2 years after, then delete them unless you ask us to keep your profile.
Support contact details will be published before launch for access, correction and deletion requests.