Sarkari Yojana
Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards
About Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards
Launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, the “Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards” honors acts of bravery and humanity in saving lives during emergencies like accidents, fires, drowning, disasters, and attacks. Recipients who show exceptional courage in life-saving situations receive medals, certificates, and financial allowances.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Home Affairs
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant can be anyone, from any walk…
The applicant can be anyone, from any walk of life.
The applicant must have performed a life-saving act…
The applicant must have performed a life-saving act involving courage and risk.
The applicant must have acted during emergencies such…
The applicant must have acted during emergencies such as fire, drowning, accidents, or disasters.
The applicant may be from the armed forces,…
The applicant may be from the armed forces, police, CAPFs, fire services, or civilian life.
The applicant can be nominated posthumously
The applicant can be nominated posthumously.
Benefits Provided
Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Types of Awards
Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For the most…
Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For the most conspicuous bravery involving extreme risk to life
Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For bravery and…
Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For bravery and promptness in serious risk situations
Jeevan Raksha Padak – For courage and promptness…
Jeevan Raksha Padak – For courage and promptness in life-saving acts involving injury risk Tangible Benefits
Medal (As Per Category) – A distinguished medal…
Medal (As Per Category) – A distinguished medal reflecting the level of bravery shown.
Certificate of Recognition – An official certificate acknowledging…
Certificate of Recognition – An official certificate acknowledging the act of gallantry.
Financial Allowance (As Per Government Norms) – A…
Financial Allowance (As Per Government Norms) – A monetary allowance per government rules.
National-Level Recognition – Nationwide recognition for the courageous…
National-Level Recognition – Nationwide recognition for the courageous act.
Posthumous Award Provision – The award can also…
Posthumous Award Provision – The award can also honor deceased rescuers. Mode of Disbursement
The medal and certificate are presented in person…
The medal and certificate are presented in person at the official award ceremony.
Awards are conferred once a year
Awards are conferred once a year.
Awards are presented after approval by the President…
Awards are presented after approval by the President of India.
The award is a one-time recognition for a…
The award is a one-time recognition for a specific act of bravery.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A citation or write-up of no more than…
A citation or write-up of no more than 250 words describing the act of bravery
Certificate of character and antecedent verification, signed and…
Certificate of character and antecedent verification, signed and stamped
Document proving the nominee's identity
Document proving the nominee's identity
A full report of the incident
A full report of the incident
Any available supporting evidence such as photos, media…
Any available supporting evidence such as photos, media reports or witness statements
Particulars of the recommending authority
Particulars of the recommending authority
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards through the online application process outlined below.
Go to the National Awards Portal
Go to the National Awards Portal: https://www.awards.gov.in
Register/Log in using the recommending authority's official credentials
Register/Log in using the recommending authority's official credentials.
Complete the nomination form with full details
Complete the nomination form with full details.
Upload the required documents, including the citation and…
Upload the required documents, including the citation and verification certificate.
Enter the nominee's details accurately (including Hindi name)…
Enter the nominee's details accurately (including Hindi name) and submit the online application before the deadline.
A high-level committee evaluates applications, with final approval…
A high-level committee evaluates applications, with final approval from the President of India. NOTE: 1. Nominations must be made within 2 years of the act. 2. Self-nomination is not allowed. 3. No offline/email applications are accepted.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.