Sarkari Yojana
Padma Awards
About Padma Awards
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India confers the Padma Awards — India’s civilian honours comprising the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri — on individuals recognized for outstanding contributions. The awards celebrate “excellence plus public service” across fields such as art, science, literature, sports, medicine, and social work.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Home Affairs
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Padma Awards, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Any person may be considered, irrespective of race,…
Any person may be considered, irrespective of race, occupation, position, or gender.
The applicant must have rendered distinguished or exceptional…
The applicant must have rendered distinguished or exceptional service in some field.
The applicant must show "excellence plus" — excellence…
The applicant must show "excellence plus" — excellence combined with public service.
The applicant may come from fields such as…
The applicant may come from fields such as Art, Social Work, Public Affairs, Science & Engineering, Trade & Industry, Medicine, Literature & Education, Civil Service, Sports, or others.
The applicant must not be a serving government…
The applicant must not be a serving government employee, though doctors and scientists are exempt from this condition.
Posthumous consideration is possible only in rare, highly…
Posthumous consideration is possible only in rare, highly deserving cases within 1 year of the person's demise.
At least 5 years must pass before the…
At least 5 years must pass before the same person can receive a higher category of the award.
The applicant must not use the award as…
The applicant must not use the award as a title.
Benefits Provided
Padma Awards provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Tangible Benefits
Conferment of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, or Padma…
Conferment of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, or Padma Shri.
A Sanad (certificate) signed by the President of…
A Sanad (certificate) signed by the President of India.
A medallion, along with a miniature replica meant…
A medallion, along with a miniature replica meant for ceremonial use.
National recognition and prestige
National recognition and prestige.
Publication of the awardee's name in the Gazette…
Publication of the awardee's name in the Gazette of India. Mode of Disbursement
The certificate and medallion are physically conferred at…
The certificate and medallion are physically conferred at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Names are announced each year on 26th January…
Names are announced each year on 26th January (Republic Day).
The presentation ceremony usually takes place in March…
The presentation ceremony usually takes place in March or April.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A detailed citation of achievements
A detailed citation of achievements
Supporting documents/evidence of the work done
Supporting documents/evidence of the work done
Identity proof (Aadhaar card/PAN card/Passport)
Identity proof (Aadhaar card/PAN card/Passport)
Recommendation letters
Recommendation letters
Publications/media coverage
Publications/media coverage
Self-nomination details
Self-nomination details
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Padma Awards through the online application process outlined below.
Nominations are invited between 15th March and 31st July each year.
The applicant goes to the National Awards portal,…
The applicant goes to the National Awards portal, the official Padma Awards Portal.
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.
Enter the nominee's details accurately (including the Hindi…
Enter the nominee's details accurately (including the Hindi name) and submit the application online before the deadline. Post-Application Process
A committee evaluates candidates on merit, impact, and…
A committee evaluates candidates on merit, impact, and contribution to public service.
It sends its recommendations to the Prime Minister…
It sends its recommendations to the Prime Minister and the President of India.
The President of India gives the final approval
The President of India gives the final approval.
Winners are announced on Republic Day and honoured…
Winners are announced on Republic Day and honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.