Sarkari Yojana
Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award
About Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award
The Sagar Samman Varuna Award, instituted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways through the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, represents the highest level of national recognition in India’s maritime sector. It is conferred on distinguished individuals or entities whose leadership and excellence reflect exceptionally outstanding, lifelong contributions to the Indian maritime domain.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways
Business Entity, Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants must be an Indian citizen, Person of…
Applicants must be an Indian citizen, Person of Indian Origin (PIO), or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).
A minimum of 5 years of outstanding contribution…
A minimum of 5 years of outstanding contribution is required.
Significant contribution must span at least 2 major…
Significant contribution must span at least 2 major maritime areas.
Leadership, innovation, and institutional impact must be evident
Leadership, innovation, and institutional impact must be evident.
Impeccable integrity and reputation are essential
Impeccable integrity and reputation are essential.
Nomination must come from at least 2 entities…
Nomination must come from at least 2 entities or peers; a self-nomination needs 2 supporting recommendations.
There must be no reputational or ethical concerns…
There must be no reputational or ethical concerns against the applicant.
Serving Government officers are not eligible
Serving Government officers are not eligible.
Benefits Provided
Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
A statue depicting Lord Varuna
A statue depicting Lord Varuna
A citation certificate
A citation certificate
Prestige and recognition accorded at the national level
Prestige and recognition accorded at the national level
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Bio-data/curriculum vitae
Bio-data/curriculum vitae
Minimum 2 recommendation letters
Minimum 2 recommendation letters
Proof of citizenship (for PIO/OCI applicants, where applicable)
Proof of citizenship (for PIO/OCI applicants, where applicable)
Detailed report of contributions
Detailed report of contributions
Self-declaration and undertaking
Self-declaration and undertaking
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award through the online application process outlined below.
Head to the National Awards Portal
Head to the National Awards Portal: https://www.awards.gov.in
Register or log in using the recommending authority's…
Register or log in using the recommending authority's official credentials
Complete the nomination form with all required details
Complete the nomination form with all required details
Upload the necessary documents, including the citation and…
Upload the necessary documents, including the citation and verification certificate
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.