Submission

With over 1,600 entries from 18 countries, the German Brand Awards are one of the most prestigious prizes for holistic brand management. Would you like to take part? You can find all the information you need about entering here.

Why the German Brand Awards?

Visibility and recognition

Visibility and recognition

Visibility and recognition

Visibility and recognition

Disciplines and categories

With around 86 categories across two disciplines, the German Brand Awards offer a wide range of opportunities to submit your brand work.

Best of Best

The Top 16

The 16 best entries in the additional categories set new standards and are honoured on stage with the title Best of Best.

Submit in three steps

Create an account

Click the sign up button to go directly to the submission portal – create an account or log in.

Upload your project

Select the appropriate category, enter your project details and upload images.

Complete your submission

Upload your presentation and receive confirmation. Everything is now ready for the jury meeting!


Teil­nahme­ge­bühren

Early Bird
Discounted for early bookers
till 11 December 2026
449,00 EUR*
Standard
Registration and verification of submissions
till 5 March 2027
495,00 EUR*

* All prices are per project and are exclusive of VAT at the statutory rate.

Key Dates

Call for Entries
12 days
04 November 2026
Call for Entries
11 December 2026
Early Bird Deadline
05 March 2027
Registration Deadline
24 June 2027
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FAQ

  • Who is behind the German Brand Award?

    The German Brand Awards are an initiative of the German Design Council and GMK Markenberatung.

  • Where do I log in?

    Have you already taken part in a German Design Council award or started a submission for the German Brand Awards? If so, log in to the Portal using your account. If you’d like to create an account to make a submission, you’ve come to the right place.

  • How does the judging process work?

    The jury assesses all entries independently and according to set criteria. These include, amongst others:

    • Originality and brand identity
    • Brand distinctiveness
    • Differentiation from the competition
    • Relevance to the target audience
    • Consistency of the brand outcome
    • Quality of design
    • Degree of innovation
    • Sustainability
    • Continuity
    • Future viability
    • as well as economic factors such as growth, price premium and economic success
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