Sarkari Yojana
National Awards for e-Governance
About National Awards for e-Governance
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India, runs the “National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG)” to celebrate outstanding e-Governance initiatives while fostering innovation, transparency, and efficiency in delivering public services. > Objectives of the Scheme
- Recognising achievements in implementing e-Governance.
- Sharing knowledge about effective, sustainable digital governance practices.
- Encouraging the use of technology to drive innovation in public service delivery.
- Facilitating the exchange of best practices and problem-solving approaches in governance.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Personnel, Public Grievances And Pensions
Business Entity, University / Institution
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for National Awards for e-Governance, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants may be a central ministry or department,…
Applicants may be a central ministry or department, a state or union territory government, a district, or an urban local body.
Applicants may also be an academic institution, a…
Applicants may also be an academic institution, a research organisation, or a startup (as defined by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade).
The applicant must have implemented an e-governance project…
The applicant must have implemented an e-governance project using information and communication technology.
The project must have been launched between 01.10.2023…
The project must have been launched between 01.10.2023 and 30.09.2025.
The project must be fully operational as on…
The project must be fully operational as on 01.12.2025.
Only one project may be submitted per category…
Only one project may be submitted per category by an applicant.
The project must showcase innovation, efficiency, transparency, and…
The project must showcase innovation, efficiency, transparency, and citizen-centric service delivery.
Benefits Provided
National Awards for e-Governance provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Award Components Gold Award:
A trophy and certificate
A trophy and certificate
An incentive of ₹10,00,000 to the organisation
An incentive of ₹10,00,000 to the organisation
Certificates for up to 4 team members Silver…
Certificates for up to 4 team members Silver Award:
A trophy and certificate
A trophy and certificate
An incentive of ₹5,00,000 to the organisation
An incentive of ₹5,00,000 to the organisation
Certificates for up to 4 team members Additional…
Certificates for up to 4 team members Additional Benefits
Recognition of innovative projects at the national level
Recognition of innovative projects at the national level.
Opportunities to showcase and replicate best practices
Opportunities to showcase and replicate best practices.
A push toward digital transformation and innovation
A push toward digital transformation and innovation.
Greater visibility and credibility for the winning institutions
Greater visibility and credibility for the winning institutions. Mode of Disbursement
The incentive is paid to the winning organisation…
The incentive is paid to the winning organisation for implementing the project or improving public welfare.
It is a one-time, non-recurring award given once…
It is a one-time, non-recurring award given once per award cycle.
Disbursement follows final selection and the announcement of…
Disbursement follows final selection and the announcement of awards.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A detailed Project Proposal Document
A detailed Project Proposal Document
Self-certification Form (Format I for Government Organizations or…
Self-certification Form (Format I for Government Organizations or Format II for Non-Government Organizations)
Proof of the project's implementation and operational status
Proof of the project's implementation and operational status
Team member details (up to 3 members plus…
Team member details (up to 3 members plus the Project Head)
Supporting documents showing the project's impact and outcomes
Supporting documents showing the project's impact and outcomes
Organization registration details and email ID
Organization registration details and email ID
Presentation materials (if shortlisted for the jury stage)
Presentation materials (if shortlisted for the jury stage)
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for National Awards for e-Governance through the online application process outlined below.
Visit the official National e-Governance portal (NCEG portal)
Visit the official National e-Governance portal (NCEG portal).
Register the organisation on the portal using valid…
Register the organisation on the portal using valid credentials and an email ID.
Log in with the registered username and password
Log in with the registered username and password.
Choose the relevant award category
Choose the relevant award category.
Complete the online application form with the project's…
Complete the online application form with the project's details.
Upload the required documents, including the self-certification form
Upload the required documents, including the self-certification form.
The application then moves through screening, evaluation, spot…
The application then moves through screening, evaluation, spot verification, and jury presentation stages.
Once evaluation and approval by the competent authority…
Once evaluation and approval by the competent authority are complete, the final awards are announced. NOTE: Applications must be submitted online before the deadline.
Official Application & Website
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