National Awards For Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities

Key facts

Benefit	Certificate and shield
Who	NGOs and private organizations
Implemented by	Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Official portal	www.awards.gov.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Awardees receive a certificate and a shield, along with coverage for travel and accommodation expenses for the awards ceremony.

Who can apply

For: NGO
no government employee in family
no family member in government service

Eligible applicants include NGOs and private organizations that have been operational for at least ten years. Applicants must not have any family members employed in government services.

Who is not eligible

Government employees in family
Family members in government service

How to apply

Applications are submitted online through the National Awards Portal during the designated application period.

Visit the National Awards Portal.
Click on 'Register' at the top right of the homepage.
Complete the registration form with all mandatory fields and submit.
Receive login credentials on your registered mobile number.
Log in to the National Awards Portal using your credentials.
Fill out the application form and submit it before the deadline.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Certificate of Registration (showing the Year of Establishment)
Proof of Address (for communication)
Proofs reg. the Nature of work undertaken by the Institution
Special or Outstanding Achievements (Certificates/Appreciation letters) in the past 10 years
Details of Awards or Honours received (if any)

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not submitted	Ensure all mandatory fields are filled correctly on the registration page before submitting.
Login credentials not received	Check the registered mobile number for SMS; if not received, try re-registering.

Frequently asked questions

Who can nominate an institution for the award?

Nominations can be made by State/UT governments, autonomous bodies, PSUs, and registered NGOs under the relevant acts.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide a registration certificate, proof of address, details of work undertaken, and any awards or recognitions received in the last ten years.

Is there a waiting period for previous award recipients?

Yes, previous award recipients must wait five years before reapplying for the National Award.

When is the awards ceremony held?

The awards ceremony takes place annually on December 3rd, coinciding with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

What expenses are covered for awardees?

The Department covers travel, accommodation, and lodging expenses for awardees and one escort during the awards ceremony.

What is the minimum operational period required for eligibility?

Institutions must have been operational for a minimum of ten years to qualify for the award.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.