About the Scheme
National award scheme to recognize exceptional achievements of children in various categories including innovation, academics, sports, arts and culture, social service, and bravery.
Target Beneficiaries: 10,000 exceptional children (below 18 years) annually receiving national recognition through Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for outstanding achievements in innovation, scholastic, sports, arts, culture, social service, and bravery
Implementing Agency: Ministry of Women and Child Development
Key Features
- Awarded annually on Republic Day by the President of India.
- Recognizes children in six categories: Innovation, Scholastic Achievements, Sports, Arts & Culture, Social Service, and Bravery.
- Each awardee receives a medal, a cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000, a certificate, and a citation.
- Open to Indian citizens below 18 years of age.
- Recipients are invited to participate in the Republic Day parade and other national events.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must be below 18 years of age on the last date of application/nomination.
- Must have achieved outstanding distinction in one of the specified award categories.