Kabir Puraskar Scheme
The Kabir Puraskar Scheme awards individuals for acts of courage promoting communal harmony during violence.
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a one-time cash award of ₹200,000, ₹100,000, or ₹50,000 depending on the grade of the award, along with a certificate and citation.
Who can apply
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- no family member in government service
Indian citizens of any gender can apply for the award, provided they are not government employees or members of the armed forces. Individuals who have received other awards for the same act of courage are typically excluded from eligibility.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through State Governments or Union Territory Administrations.
- Obtain the nomination form from the relevant State Government or UT Administration.
- Complete the nomination form with required details and documents.
- Submit the nomination to the State Government or UT Administration for recommendation.
- The proposal will be reviewed by a Screening Committee for approval.
- The final recommendations will be forwarded to the Union Home Minister and the Prime Minister for approval.
Documents required
- Identity proof of candidate
- Three copies of recent passport Size Photographs
- A detailed note on the act of physical/moral courage displayed by the nominee during communal/caste/ethnic violence
- Details of any other work done in the past for promotion of communal harmony/national integration
- Recommendations letter of the State Govt./UT Administration
- Any other document, if required
Frequently asked questions
What is the Kabir Puraskar Scheme?
The Kabir Puraskar Scheme is a national award established by the Government of India to recognize acts of courage that promote communal harmony during violent incidents.
Who implements the Kabir Puraskar Scheme?
The Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for implementing the Kabir Puraskar Scheme.
When is the award announced?
The award is announced annually on October 2nd.
Where is the award presented?
The award is presented by the Prime Minister at a ceremony held in New Delhi.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include identity proof, photographs, a detailed note on the act of courage, past work for communal harmony, and a recommendation letter from the State Government or UT Administration.
Can someone receive the award more than once?
Yes, there is no restriction on receiving the award multiple times for different acts of courage.
Source: myScheme (myscheme.gov.in) archived page via gov_myscheme dataset. Facts last verified on 2026-06-07.