Sarkari Yojana
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
About Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
Science and technology serve as vital engines of progress for society, with scientists playing a crucial role in relentlessly pursuing truth and generating new knowledge — the backbone of a nation’s continuous development. Recognising their exceptional, inspiring contributions matters because it motivates others to follow suit.
Objective
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) exists to honour the notable, inspiring work of scientists, technologists and innovators — whether individuals or teams — across various fields of science, technology, and technology-driven innovation. It stands among India’s highest honours in this space. Eligibility extends to scientists, technologists and innovators in government service, private organisations, or working independently, who have delivered path-breaking research, innovation or discovery in any area of science, technology or technology-led innovation; people of Indian origin abroad whose exceptional contributions have benefited Indian communities or society are equally eligible.
The awards shall be given in the following four categories
a) Vigyan Ratna (VR) — recognising lifetime achievements and contributions in any field of science and technology. b) Vigyan Shri (VS) — recognising distinguished contributions in any field of science and technology. c) Vigyan Yuva-Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (VY-SSB) — recognising and encouraging young scientists for exceptional contributions in any field of science and technology. d) Vigyan Team (VT) — recognising a team of three or more scientists/researchers/innovators for an exceptional contribution achieved together in any field of science and technology.
No. of Awardees:
Name of Award Max. No. of Awards Vigyan Ratna (VR)03Vigyan Shri (VS)25Vigyan Yuva – Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (VY-SSB)25Vigyan Team (VT)03
Ceremony Details
a) Winners are announced every year on National Technology Day (11th May). b) The Award Ceremony for every category takes place annually on National Space Day, 23rd August. c) The President of India, or the Vice President of India, may confer the awards. d) The ceremony may be held at Vigyan Bhavan or another suitable venue each year. e) These awards commence from the year 2024 onward.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Rashtiya Purashkar
Individual
14 Jan 2024
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar , applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
All scientists, technologists and innovators working in any scientific field, in government or private organisations, who have carried out pathbreaking research, technology-led innovation, or discovery, or developed innovative technologies with significant societal impact, qualify for the award.
Scientists, technologists and innovators of Indian origin living abroad, whose exceptional work has benefited Indian communities or society at large, are equally eligible.
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar covers these 13 domains:
Physics
Physics.
Chemistry
Chemistry.
Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences.
Mathematics & Computer Science
Mathematics & Computer Science.
Earth Science
Earth Science.
Medicine
Medicine.
Engineering Sciences
Engineering Sciences.
Agricultural Science
Agricultural Science.
Environmental Science
Environmental Science.
Technology & innovation
Technology & innovation.
Atomic Energy
Atomic Energy.
Space Science and Technology
Space Science and Technology.
Others
Others.
Benefits Provided
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Awardees receive a Sanad (certificate) signed by the…
Awardees receive a Sanad (certificate) signed by the President of India, along with a medallion; a commemorative brochure carrying the citation and photograph of the awardees is also released on the day of the ceremony.
For a posthumous award, the honour is received…
For a posthumous award, the honour is received by the 'next of kin' of the awardee.
Where personal reasons — such as ill health…
Where personal reasons — such as ill health or other commitments — prevent an awardee from attending the ceremony, the award is still deemed conferred on that person; no one else, including a spouse or next of kin, may receive it in their place, except in posthumous cases.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A completed nomination form
A completed nomination form.
The nominee's Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The nominee's Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A detailed account of the nominee's contribution
A detailed account of the nominee's contribution.
Supporting material such as research papers, patents, award…
Supporting material such as research papers, patents, award certificates, testimonials or recommendation letters, as relevant to the nomination.
An Aadhaar card
An Aadhaar card.
A photograph
A photograph.
2024-01-14
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process
Registration:
Step-1:
Visit the
official website
.
Step-2:
Click on the
Registration
button.
Step-3:
Choose type Individual or Organization.
Step-4.1:
For the Individual category, provide:
Name as per Aadhaar/valid identity proof.
Date of birth.
Nominator/Applicant type.
Mobile number.
Email ID.
Aadhaar number.
Step-4.2:
For the Organization category, provide:
Type of organization.
Name of the authorized person as per Aadhaar/valid identity proof.
Date of birth.
A brief description of the organization (100 words).
Designation.
Mobile number.
Email ID.
Aadhaar number.
Step-5:
Submit.
Apply:
Step-1:
Visit the
official website
.
Step-2:
Click the login button on the
portal and sign in with the credentials.
Step-3:
Select the scheme name from the list of awards, then click "Nominate / Apply Now".
Step-4:
On the next page, fill in all mandatory fields of the online application form, then click "Submit".
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.