National Awards For Outstanding Services In The Field Of Prevention Of Alcoholism And Substance (Drug) Abuse

Key facts

Benefit	₹4,00,000 (one-time cash award)
Who	Individuals and institutions in drug abuse prevention
Implemented by	Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Application window	Apply every two years before June 26

Benefits

Awardees receive a citation, a memento, and a cash prize of ₹4,00,000. The awards are presented biennially, with a total of seven awards across different categories.

Who can apply

For: individual, institution
not income tax payer
no government employee in family

Eligible applicants include individuals and institutions actively working in the field of alcoholism and substance abuse prevention. Key exclusions are individuals who are income tax payers or have government employees in their family.

How to apply

Nominations for the awards must be made through authorized agencies or individuals, as self-nominations are not accepted.

Obtain a nomination from an authorized person or agency.
Prepare required documents including identity proof and professional experience.
Submit the nomination along with supporting documents to the relevant authority.
Wait for the announcement of awardees, which occurs biennially on June 26.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Identity Proof (Passport/Election ID Card/Govt. Authorized ID Card/Driving License/Pan Card)
Date of Birth Certificate
Proof of Educational Qualifications or Credentials (Passing Certificate, Marksheet)
Professional Experience (posts or positions held in relation to the field of alcohol or drug use)
Publications/books/articles etc
Proof of notable contribution
Proof Awards/Honors received
Contribution & outstanding achievements in the Drug De-Addiction field
Certificate of Registration
Memorandum of Association
Proof of Category of Organisation
Proof of Address
Minutes of the General Body Meeting
Annual Report for the last five years
Balance Sheet (Audited Annual Accounts) for the last five years
Copies of publications/books/articles etc
Copies of Honours received
Any other reports or documents which highlight the contribution & outstanding achievements in Drug De-Addiction/Treatment

Frequently asked questions

Who can nominate candidates for the awards?

Nominations can be made by authorized agencies such as government ministries, regional training centers, and past awardees.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide identity proof, educational qualifications, proof of contributions, and organizational documents if applicable.

Is there a limit on how many times an individual or organization can win?

Yes, individuals or organizations that have previously won cannot be considered for the next three awards.

When are the awards presented?

The awards are presented biennially on June 26, coinciding with the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Can self-nominations be submitted?

No, self-nominations are not accepted; nominations must come from authorized individuals or agencies.

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