- All enterprises incorporated in Malaysia in accordance with the Company Act, 1965, are welcomed to be nominated.
- Must not be part of multi-national companies, or be listed on any stock exchange or subsidiary of public listed companies, unless by invitation.
- But a non-public listed holding company or its subsidiary is eligible.
- For Franchise business, the Franchisor is eligible, but the Franchisee is ineligible. The franchisor must be Malaysian.
- Enterprises who participate in the Young/ Emerging Business Excellence Awards Category, must be in operations for not more than 3 years.
- Business Sustainability Excellence Awards.
- Must be 50 years and above of establishment still operating well.
- Must be operating well by at least the third generation.
- Must have full and audited financial statements for the past 3 consecutive years ending 2011, 2012 & 2013.
