National Award For Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman)
The National Award for Senior Citizens recognizes outstanding contributions to the welfare of elderly individuals in India.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹5 lakh |
|---|---|
| Who | Municipal bodies, Cantonment Boards, Statutory Urban Local Bodies |
| How paid | One-time cash award |
| Implemented by | Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Official portal | nationalawards.gov.in |
| Application window | Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal |
Benefits
Awardees receive a cash prize of ₹500,000, along with a citation and memento. The award is presented during a ceremony on October 1st each year.
Who can apply
- For: municipal body, cantonment board, statutory urban local body
- no self nomination
- not income tax payer
Eligible nominees include municipal bodies, cantonment boards, and statutory urban local bodies that have made significant contributions to senior citizen welfare. Self-nominations are not permitted, and nominees must not be income tax payers.
Who is not eligible
- Self-nominations
- Income tax payers
How to apply
Nominations must be submitted online through the National Awards Portal by authorized individuals or agencies.
- Visit the National Awards Portal and click 'Register' on the homepage.
- Complete the registration form with all required details and submit.
- Log in using the credentials sent to your registered mobile number.
- Select 'Vayoshreshtha Samman - National Awards for Senior Citizens' from the awards list.
- Fill in the online application form and submit it.
Documents required
- Certificate of Registration
- Proof of Address
- Proof of Area of specialization
- Proof of Parent Organisation or Registered Body
- Details of the Managing Committee and Qualification of their Members
- Details of NGO working at Regional/State/National/International Level
- Total staff strength of the NGO
- Annual Reports for the last 3 years
- Special or Outstanding Achievements during the last 5 years
- Details of Awards or Honours received
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application not submitted | Ensure all mandatory fields are filled in the online application form before submitting. |
| Nomination not accepted | Confirm that the nomination is made by an authorized person or agency, as self-nominations are not allowed. |
Frequently asked questions
Who can nominate for the award?
Nominations can be made by authorized agencies, government ministries, past award recipients, and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens.
Are self-nominations allowed?
No, self-nominations are not accepted for this award.
What documents are required for the nomination?
Required documents include proof of registration, address, area of specialization, and details of achievements and staff strength of the nominating organization.
When is the award ceremony held?
The award ceremony takes place on October 1st each year, coinciding with the International Day of Older Persons.
What benefits do awardees receive?
Awardees receive a cash prize of ₹500,000, a citation, and a memento, along with travel and accommodation support for the ceremony.
Key terms explained
- ULB (Urban Local Body)
- A municipal authority (municipality or corporation) that administers an urban area and verifies applicants for many urban schemes.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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