Central government is inviting Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024 online registration form at awards.gov.in. The objective of the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) is to recognise the notable and inspiring contribution made by the scientists, technologists and innovators individually or in teams in various fields of science, technology and technology led innovation. Read this article till the end to know how to nominate / apply for national science awards, what is cash prize, eligibility criteria and other details.
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024 Apply Online
- First of all, visit the official website https://awards.gov.in/
- At the homepage, click at the "Login" tab to open page to make Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar Login.
- If you are an existing user at National Awards portal, then enter Login ID, password and click "Sign In" button.
- However if you are a new user, then click "Don't Have an Account? Click here to Register" link or directly click https://awards.gov.in/Registration/SignUp
- Then the page for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar registration (Sign Up) will open.
- You can either apply online for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar as an individual or an organization and then make login to complete RVP application process.
About Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) shall be one of the highest recognition in the field of science, technology and innovation in India. Scientists/ technologists / innovators working in government, private sector organizations or individuals working outside any organisation, who have made distinguished contributions in terms of path-breaking research or innovation or discovery in any fields of science, technology or technology-led innovation shall be eligible for the awards.
People of Indian origin staying abroad with exceptional contributions benefiting the Indian communities or society shall also be eligible for the awards.
4 Categories of Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
There are 4 categories in Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar shall be given:-
- Vigyan Ratna (VR) Award - It is to be awarded to recognize life time achievements & contributions made in any field of science and technology.
- Vigyan Shri (VS) Award - It is to be awarded to recognize distinguished contributions in any field of science and technology.
- Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (VY-SSB) Award - It is to be awarded to recognize & encourage young scientists who made an exceptional contribution in any field of science and technology.
- Vigyan Team (VT) Award - It is to be awarded to a team comprising of three or more scientists/researchers/innovators who have made an exceptional contribution working in a team in any field of science and technology.
Eligibility Criteria for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
- All scientists, technologists and innovators working in any field of science in government or private organizations who have contributed or done pathbreaking research, technology led innovation or discovery in any fields of science or development of innovative technologies/ significant societal impact shall be eligible for the award.
- Scientists, technologists and innovators of Indian origin abroad with exceptional contributions benefitting the Indian communities or society at large shall also be eligible.
Domain Fields for National Science Awards
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar shall be given in the following 13 domains, namely:- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Mathematics & Computer Science
- Earth Science
- Medicine
- Engineering Sciences
- Agricultural Science
- Environmental Science
- Technology & innovation
- Atomic Energy
- Space Science and Technology
- Others
Important Dates for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar Nominations
Nominations for the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar will start from 14th January and will be open till 28th February (National Science Day) every year. The nominations shall be received online on the centralized Rashtriya Puraskar Portal (https://awards.gov.in). The nomination is open to all including self-nomination.Number of Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar Awardees
| Name of Award | Eligibility Condition & Age Limit | Maximum No. of Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Vigyan Ratna (VR) | Lifetime contributions along with excellence made in any field of science. There is no age limit. | 03 |
| Vigyan Shri (VS) | Distinguished contribution in any field of science | 25 |
| Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (VY-SSB) | Exceptional contribution by Young Scientists | 25 |
| Vigyan Team (VT) | A team comprising of 3 or more researchers/technocrats/innovators who have made an exceptional contribution as a team | 03 |
Ceremony Details
- These awards shall be announced on the National Technology Day (11th May) every year.
- The Award Ceremony for all categories of awards shall be held every year on the National Space Day on 23rdAugust.
- The Hon'ble President of India / The Hon'ble Vice President of India may confer the Awards.
- The Award Ceremony may be organised every year in Vigyan Bhavan or at an alternative suitable venue.
- All these awards would commence from the year 2024.
For more details, visit the link - https://awards.gov.in/Home/AwardLibrary
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