National Award For Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman)

Key facts

Benefit	₹2.5 lakh
Who	Individuals aged 90 and above
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 ₹250,000, along with a citation and memento. The award is presented during a ceremony on October 1st each year.

Who can apply

Age 90+
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Applicants must be Indian citizens aged 90 or older, not be income tax payers, and have no government employees in their family. They should also belong to a poor household and have made significant contributions to society.

How to apply

Nominations for the award must be submitted through the National Awards Portal by authorized individuals or agencies.

Visit the National Awards Portal and click 'Register'.
Complete the registration form with required details and submit.
Log in using the credentials received on your mobile.
Select 'Vayoshreshtha Samman - National Awards for Senior Citizens' from the awards list.
Fill in the online application form and submit it.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Card
Photograph
Bio-Data
Proof of Age
Proof of Address
Proof of Educational Qualification
Proof of Professional Experience
Details of work done in the last three years
Details of Awards and Honours Received

Frequently asked questions

Who can nominate candidates for the award?

Nominations can be made by authorized individuals or agencies, including government ministries, past award recipients, and recognized organizations.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide an Aadhaar card, photograph, bio-data, proof of age, proof of address, educational qualifications, professional experience, and details of work done in the last three years.

Is there a limit on the number of awards given?

Yes, a total of 15 awards are conferred each year, including various categories for individuals and institutions.

When is the award ceremony held?

The awards are presented on October 1st each year, coinciding with the International Day of Older Persons.

Can individuals self-nominate for the award?

No, self-nominations are not accepted; candidates must be nominated by an authorized person or agency.

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