National Awards For Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities

Key facts

Benefit	Certificate and shield
Who	Institutions empowering persons with disabilities
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

no government employee in family
not income tax payer

Eligible applicants include institutions engaged in empowering persons with disabilities, such as NGOs and educational bodies. Key exclusions are government employees and income tax payers within the family of the applicant.

Who is not eligible

Government employees in family
Income tax payers

How to apply

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

Visit the National Awards Portal at awards.gov.in.
Click on 'Register' on the homepage.
Complete the registration form with all required details.
Submit the application form along with necessary documents 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 (Name of the Award; Conferring Agency; Year of Conferment)
Any other Achievement for Consideration of the Award

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not acknowledged	Ensure that the application was submitted within the specified period and check the National Awards Portal for confirmation.
Award not received	Contact the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to inquire about the status of the award.

Frequently asked questions

Who can nominate for the awards?

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

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide a registration certificate, proof of address, details of achievements, and any other relevant documentation.

When is the application period for the awards?

The application portal is typically open from June 15 to July 31 each year.

What expenses are covered for awardees?

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

Is there a specific format for the application?

Yes, applications must be submitted through the online portal, following the prescribed format and guidelines.

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