GENERAL INFORMATION ON STUDENTS SCHOLORSHIP/ AWARDS
Sl. No. Institution/ Agency Eligibility Criteria Start from Last Date Applying Methodology Special Requirement Remarks
1 The 'Innovative Young Blotechnologist Award' (IYBA) was instituted by the Department of Biotechnology

http://dbtindia.nic.in/ news_management / PressreleaseDetails. asp?PressId=169 &button=Edit
  • The 'Innovative Young Blotechnologist Award' (IYBA) was instituted by the Department of Biotechnology in the year 2005, as an attractive, career-oriented scheme to identify and nurture outstanding young scientists with innovative ideas and desire to pursue research in frontier areas of biotechnology. For the year 2011' awards, the department invites applications from the young Indian investigators upto the age of 35 years. The award will consist of financial support for a project and Cash Award/fellowship for the awardees. Awardees having a regular employment will receive a cash award of ? 1.00/- Lakh every year during the course of the project in addition to grants-in-aid of ? 50,00/- Lakhs for a project. The awardees, those are not in the regular employment will receive a fellowship of ? 40,000/- per month with grants - in-aid and shall be attached to a Senior Scientist (Mentor) in a University, Research Institute, Medical/ Agriculture/ Veterinary College or any other institute of repute. It is expected that the awardees will work independently and the Mentor will facilitate the awardees research efforts.
Nov 9th Dec
  • Applications (2 copies) neatly typed on plain paper in the prescribed format along with enclosures & certified copies to be sent to Dr. T, Madhan Mohan, Adviser. Department of Biotechnology, Block-2. CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi 110 003, so as to reach latest by 09 December, 2011.
  • Soft copy of the application also needs to be sent to: ivba.dbt@nic.in For more details and application format, please visit DBT websites: http://www.dbti ndia.gov.in / iyba.htm or http://www.bfi snet.gov.in / iyba.htm For more details visit : www.dbtindia . gov.in
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2 Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Koramangala, Bangalore ? 560034 Introduces Chandrasekhar Post-Doctoral Fellowships

http://www.iiap.res.in/postdoc.htm
  • The Director, IIA invites applications from exceptionally bright candidates with outstanding academic credentials for the award of 'Chandrasekhar Post-Doctoral Fellowships' in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics. The fellowship is for a period of two years with a possibility of an extension for one more year. Candidates should be ordinarily below the age of 32 years. The monthly stipend is Rs.25,000/- for candidates with up to 2 years post-doctoral experience and Rs.30,000/- for those with more than 2 years experience. Chandra Fellows would be entitled to an annual contingency grant of Rs.1,00,000/-, as well as to housing, medical and other benefits in accordance with the rules of the institute. Travel support by economy air fare will be available at the time of taking up the assignment. Chandra Fellows may choose their own research topics or collaborate with groups or individuals in the institute.
NA Around the year
  • RESEARCH FIELDS
    SUN AND THE SOLAR SYSTEM : Structure and dynamics of the solar atmosphere, activity, variability, transient phenomena, radio emission, planets and comets.
    STELLAR AND GALACTIC ASTRONOMY Formation and evolution of stars, brown dwarfs and exoplanets, stellar atmospheres, star clusters, stellar variability, novae and supernovae, circumstellar and interstellar matter, planetary nebulae.
    HIGH ENERGY ASTROPHYSICS Star formation in galaxies, activity in galaxies, gamma-ray brusts.
    THEORETICAL ASTROPHYSICS AND RELATED PHYSICS Magnetohydrodynamics and radiative processes in astrophysical objects, black holes, pulsars, structure and dynamics of galaxies, relativity, cosmology, atomic and molecular physics.
    INSTRUMENTATION UV Imaging Telescope for the Indian Astronomy Satellite (ASTROSAT), backend instruments for the various observing facilities, charge coupled devices, adaptive and active optics, astronomy related electronics.
  • Post Doctoral Programme Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Koramangala, Bangalore - 560034, INDIA
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3 Nominations are invited for 35th Jamnalal Bajaj Awards
Award for Constructive Work

http://ngo.samhita.org / 2012/01/for-constructive - work-outstanding-works.html
  • The awards given by the Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation sets up to continue the legacy of Late Mr. Jamnalal Bajaj to serve the society with several constructive works in the area of rural development, application of science and technology, development of women and child and promoting Gandhian values outside India.
  • The awards is given to recognize and suitably reward and honour the efforts of men and women who have dedicated their life to Gandhian constructive work and ideals which Mr. Jamnalal Bajaj, a close associate and fifth adopted son of Gandhiji, had cherished all his life.
  • The awards are categorized into three national awards to be given to the individuals for their efforts in the aforesaid areas and an international award to be given to an individual, working towards promotion of Gandhian thoughts, holding a foreign passport and nationality for promoting Gandhian values outside India.
  • The awards carry a Citation, a Trophy and a sum of Rupees 5 lakhs or its equivalent foreign currency (for the international award).
Dec, 2011 28th Feb, 2012 (In the website the date has mention 28th Feb, 2010, Please read as 28th Feb, 2012) 2012
  • About Jamnalal Foundation The Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation was established in 1976 for promoting Gandhian constructive programs and assisting constructive workers who devoted themselves to the national cause.
  • The Foundation has undertaken several rural development programmes in the Wardha district, Maharashtra, Kheri district and Shikohabad near Ferozabad in Uttar Pradesh. It also extends financial assistance to institutions and individuals engaged in social and welfare programs. For any assistance you can get in touch with Ms. Shubhangi Karkannavar, Jt. Secretary, Tel 91-22 - 22023626 Ext 306 or write shubhangi.ra @ gmail.com incase you have any doubts with
  • Award for Constructive Work An individual , to qualify for nomination, under this category of award should have done an outstanding contribution in doing constructive work in one or more areas. The areas include a wide spectrum ranging from rural development in sanitation and infrastructure, healthcare, education, income generation activities to development of agriculture and local leadership in the villages. For more information on criteria and process to apply please login in the website
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4 Jamnalal Bajaj Award for Ap plication of Science and Technology for Rural Development

http://ngo.samhita.org / 2012/01/for-constructive - work-outstanding-works.html
  • A cash Award of Rs. Five lakh, a trophy and citation to be given annually to an individual /individuals for outstanding contribution in the field of application of science and technology for rural and tribal development, particularly for the benefit of the weaker sections of the society.
Dec, 2011 28th Feb, 2012 (In the website the date has mention 28th Feb, 2010, Please read as 28th Feb, 2012)
  • FIELDS FOR DEVELOPMENT:
  • Agriculture: improvement in land use, reclamation of waste land and schemes of land shaping, multiple and new cropping patterns, improvement in techniques of cultivation, seeds, agricultural tools and marketing facilities and methods, Post-harvest technology, agrobased industries to prevent migration.
  • Animal Husbandry: improvement in livestock, Dairy; improvement in fodder supply, development of new fodder, development of poultry, fish culture etc.
  • Rural / Tribal and Cottage Industries: rural/tribal engineering.
  • Afforestation for Better Environment: improvement in ecology through other measures.
  • Health: supply of pure drinking water, initiation and improvement in sanitary facilities, low cost balanced diet.
  • Water: minor irrigation, water management including storage and conservation coupled with equitable distribution systems, repair and maintenance of water supply systems.
  • Energy: development of practical application of renewable sources like solar, wind and water power, gobar-gas, introduction of improved/smokeless chulhas.
  • Rural Housing: designing, constructing and fabricating cheap and affordable houses in rural/tribal areas with emphasis on use of locally available material and use of local labour.
  • Improvement in village roads, transport and communication systems.
  • Rural Education on Gandhian Values: Improvement in communication systems, Computer technology,Literacy campaigns, improvement in attendance, reduction of dropouts etc. The application of science and technology may embody the use of alternative renewable sources of energy and of local resources, materials and human skills, and it should be within the means of the local population.
  • (The list given above is only illustrative and not exhaustive. Areas of current national importance and priorities and also those activities which result in greater employment and income generation in rural areas may be given preference in selection.)
  • RULES REGARDING SENDING NOMINATIONS FOR THE AWARDS:
  • 1. This Award is for anindividual/individuals and not for institution.Nominations received from the heads of recognized institutions and other representative bodies and/or from eminent individuals as also those sent by any of them on their own initiative, will be considered for the Awards.
  • The term 'Institutions and other representative bodies' covers Universities, Research Bodies, Social Welfare Institutions, Khadi and Village Industries Organisations, Chambers of Commerce, Rotary, Inner Wheel and Lions Clubs, concerned Government Departments of the Centre and the States and similar bodies. The heads of these institutions or bodies-Vice-Chancellors, Presidents, Secretaries and others may send their recommendations in their individual capacity also.
  • 3. Self-nominations will not be entertained.
  • 4. The sponsors should send factual information about the overall work pertaining to the nominees on the basis of the stated criteria.
  • 5. Nominations in respect of any individual who has been the recipient of any of these Awards in the past will not be entertained.
  • 1. The Foundation may defer or withhold conferring of one or more Award/Awards in any year if, in the opinion of the Council of Advisers of the Foundation, no nominee/s is/are found suitable for receiving such Award/Awards. For any assistance you can get in touch with Ms. Shubhangi Karkannavar, Jt. Secretary, Tel 91 - 22-22023626 Ext 306 or write shubhangi.ra @ gmail.com incase you have any doubts with
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5 Jamnalal Bajaj Award for development and welfare for women and children

http://ngo.samhita.org / 2011/01/award-for - developmentand - welfare-for.html
  • A cash Award of Rs. Five lakh, a trophy and citation to be given annually to a woman/women for outstanding contribution to development and welfare of women and children and/or on Gandhian lines. Development and welfare of women and children may cover any one or more of the following activities:
  • (a) Education and eradication of illiteracy, vocational training, employment and rehabilitation of women and children.
  • (b) Free or low cost medical care facilities for women and children, pre-natal and post-natal care, education for better health and hygiene, better nutrition for children.
  • (c) Rehabilitation of vulnerable children, work in slums.
  • (d) Free or low cost legal aid to women in distress, creating general awareness among women about their rights and the laws pertaining thereto, reforms for enhancing the social status of women.
  • (e) Care, education and rehabilitation of the mentally retarded and the physically challenged (including spastics, slow learners) and dyslexic children and so on.
  • (f) Life Skills (Family Planning) , Education.
  • (g) Scientific research and its application in the fields stated above.
Dec, 2011 28th Feb, 2012 (In the website the date has mention 28th Feb, 2010, Please read as 28th Feb, 2012)
  • RULES REGARDING SENDING NOMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD:
  • 1. This Award is for an individual/individuals and not for institution.
  • 2. Nominations received from the heads of recognized institutions and other representative bodies and/or from eminent individuals as also those sent by any of them on their own initiative, will be considered for the Awards. The term 'Institutions and other representative bodies' covers Universities, Research Bodies, Social Welfare Institutions, Khadi and Village Industries Organisations, Chambers of Commerce, Rotary, Inner Wheel and Lions Clubs, concerned Government Departments of the Centre and the States and similar bodies. The heads of these institutions or bodies-Vice-Chancellors, Presidents, Secretaries and others may send their recommendations in their individual capacity also.
  • 3. Self-nominations will not be entertained.
  • 4. The sponsors should send factual information about the overall work pertaining to the nominees on the basis of the stated criteria.
  • 5. Nominations in respect of any individual who has been the recipient of any of these Awards in the past will not be entertained.
  • 6. The Foundation may defer or withhold conferring of one or more Award/Awards in any year if, in the opinion of the Council of Advisers of the Foundation, no nominee/s is/are found suitable for receiving such Award/Awards.
  • CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION: In assessing the merits of women recommended for this Award, the overall impact and the spread effect of their work and the specific benefits accruing therefrom to women and children will be taken into account. In particular the following will be considered:
  • (a) The mentally, physically and sexually abused, neglected, deserted, exploited, ailing women and widows, especially from rural and tribal areas.
  • (b) The uncared for, discarded, destitute and exploited children, including orphans and juvenile children in conflict with law, especially from rural areas. Preference will be given to those individuals who have been doing their work through an institutional setup, have fostered the spirit of teamwork, and have developed a second line of leadership to ensure stability and continuity of the activities/projects undertaken by them. For any assistance you can get in touch with Ms. Shubhangi Karkannavar, Jt. Secretary, Tel 91-22 - 22023626 Ext 306 or write shubhangi.ra @ gmail.com incase you have any doubts with
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6 Jamnalal Bajaj International Award for Promoting Gandhian Values Outside India

http://ngo.samhita.org / 2012/01/international - award-for-promoting.html
  • This Award was instituted in 1988 to commemorate the Birth Centenary of Jamnalal Bajaj.The Award carries an amount of Rs.5 lakh or its equivalent in foreign currency, a trophy and a citation. The objective of the Award is to recognise outstanding contribution, made outside India, to any of the following :
  • (a) Promotion of peace and harmony among people and friendliness among nations through the application of Gandhian philosophy of truth and non-violence.
  • (b) Ending exploitation in any form and seeking solution of social, cultural religious in view of the western upheaval in the name of the religion, economic and political problems through Gandhian principles and constructive programme.
  • (c) Innovative work in social organisations with a view to promoting Gandhian values by awakening moral conscience, fostering community self-reliance and bringing about harmony of human life with nature
Dec, 2011 28th Feb, 2012 (In the website the date has mention 28th Feb, 2010, Please read as 28th Feb, 2012)
  • RULES FOR THE INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
  • (1) The Award will be open to individuals with foreign nationality/Passport, regardless of race, creed or sex. The individual may or may not be of Indian origin.
  • (2) For being considered for the Award, the name of the individual must be recommended, in writing, by persons belonging to any of the following categories, who may be invited by the Foundation to send recommendations:
  • (a) Members of the Selection Committee for the Award.
  • (b) Persons who have received the Award in the past.
  • (c) Members of National Parliament.
  • (d) Recipients of Nobel Peace Prize
  • (e) The Secretary General of the United Nations Organisation and other officials/leaders in international organisations or institutions whose aims and objects are consistent with the objects of the Awards.
  • (f) Presidents and Vice-Chancellors of Universities and Professors of Political Science, Philosophy, Religion, Economics, Sociology, Education, Rural Development, Natural Sciences, Environment and Ecology.
  • (g) Heads of Indian Embassies/Missions abroad and India's Permanent Representatives to the UNO and similar World organizations .
  • (h) Heads of Foreign Embassies/Missions in India.
  • (i) Heads of academic institutions and social work organizations.
  • (j) Any other person whom the Trustees may wish to invite to submit proposals of the award.
  • (3) Self-nominations will not be entertained.
  • For any assistance you can get in touch with Ms. Shubhangi Karkannavar, Jt. Secretary, Tel 91-22 - 22023626 Ext 306 or write shubhangi.ra @ gmail.com incase you have any doubts with
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7 Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Introduces Teacher Scholarship Award Scholarship for all nationalities
Apply Online:
http://www.alqasimifoundation.com / en/professionaldevelopment / ApplicationForm.aspx
  • INTRODUCTION
    The Teacher Scholarship Award is open to teachers from all nationalities teaching in one of the schools in Ras Al Khaimah. It provides funding for either a PhD degree, Master’s degree, short courses for 1 – 3 months durations or, an in-school research project.
  • OBJECTIVES
    Contribute to the overall development of the educational sector in RAK Improve the status of teachers and increase more interest in the profession Provide an opportunity for distinguished teachers to improve their skills and knowledge Enable schools to recruit and retain high quality teachers
  • ELIGIBILITY
    To be eligible for the award, the teacher candidate should posses the following: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution Minimum of 3 years teaching experience Committed to stay in Ras Al Khaimah and further contribute to the educational development through putting into practice their new skills and knowledge acquired Have a clear idea how their Scholarship will benefit the educational sector in RAK
Feb, 2012 30th June, 2012
  • APPLICATION SUBMISSION GUIDELINES PhD Degree, Master’s Degree, and Short-term Course Applicants are fully responsible for securing their own acceptance from an accredited university or institution in the UAE or abroad for their chosen qualification. These qualifications are expected to be conducted with the on-going teaching profession at the school, and making use of the school holidays as necessary and therefore may include on-line and hybrid courses. That is, the teacher will maintain a teaching commitment to the school throughout the course. I. Applicants should submit the following documentation electronically:
  • A statement of no more than 1,500 words on how you will benefit professionally and how the school will benefit in terms of the improved quality of teaching, learning and educational programs
  • A brief statement of no more than 500 words on how you will balance the course requirements with your on-going professional commitments at the school
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Two letters of recommendation; one should be from your department head or school principal
  • A copy of the letter of acceptance from an accredited university or institution for the chosen qualification
  • Copies of your tertiary education certificates and transcripts
  • Proposed budget with line items
  • II. Complete the on-line application form
  • Conditions:
    Should you be successful at the second selection stage, prior to receiving the award, you will be requested to sign a written commitment to return and work in Ras Al Khaimah for 2 years upon completion of the PhD or Master’s degree and 1 year upon completion of a short course or research project.
  • APPLICATION TIMELINES
    The applications for Teacher Scholarship Awards will be accepted with a rolling deadline. Applications are welcome throughout the year, and will be successful based on the applicant's merit and research proposal. Preliminary proposals will be reviewed by an internal committee and recommended accordingly. Applicants will be informed on the status of preliminary proposal within 4 – 7 weeks of submission where applicants then may be requested to submit a full proposal. Upon request for a full proposal, the applicant will be given a specific deadline for submitting.
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8 Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Introduces Summer Scholars Award
Apply Online:
http://www.alqasimifoundation.com / en/Scholarship / SummerScholarsAward.aspx
  • The Summer Scholars Award is for current faculty at recognized tertiary institutions from across the world. It is designed to sponsor faculty to come to Ras Al Khaimah and conduct research over the summer or during a sabbatical.
  • The award covers housing for a period up to two months, return economy class airfares and visa costs. This is in addition to providing an office space, administrative assistance and assistance with access to research sites and/or data.
Feb, 2012 30th June, 2012
  • Recipients are expected to write at least one working paper for the Foundation on the topic that they are researching and to give a presentation to members of the UAE research community. To apply please send the following documentation to info @ alqasimifoundation.ae
    1. Application letter introducing yourself and your area of interest
    2. Resume
    3. Research proposal (containing the research question, literature review, proposed methodology and expected results
    4. Letter of support from your university
    5. Letter of recommendation
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9 C.N.R.Rao EDUCATION FOUNDATION BEST SCIENCE TEACHER AWARDS Introduced by JAWAHARLAL NEHRU CENTRE FOR ADVANCED SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Apply Online:
http://www.jncasr.ac.in/annview . php?id=349
  • Nominations are invited for the Best Science Teacher Award instituted by C.N.R. Rao Education Foundation, Bangalore for Pre-University and High School Science Teachers. The Award carries an honorarium and a citation.
Feb, 2012 28th Feb, 2012
  • Through prescribed format
  • The completed nominations should reach the Sr. Administrative Officer, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Jakkur, Bangalore 560 064 on or before February 28, 2012
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10 NATIONAL AWARD FOR SCHOOL TEACHERS FOR USE OF ICT IN EDUCATION 2012
Apply Online:
http://www.ciet.nic.in/
  • The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India invites nomination for the awards for the year 2012 from all states/UTs and Autonomous Educational Institutions under MHRD. In all 87 ICT Awards are instituted, The scheme proposes to felicitate those teachers who have enhanced student learning by effectively and innovatively integrating technology supported learning into the school curriculum and subject teaching, and thereby promoted enquiry- based cooperative-collaborative learning using ICTamong their students. The contest is open to teachers working in schools from all over India.
Feb, 2012 31st Mar, 2012
  • Selection and submission of Entry:
  • School teachers are requested to send their entries through proper channel to the Director/Secretary / Chairman/Commissioner (Education) of the concerned States/UTs and Autonomous Organizations (KVS, NVS, CBSE, CISCE, CTSA, AEES, Sainik Schools Under MoD etc.), Who shall select and recommend twice the number of teachers as their awards quota, in the order of merit. .
  • Teachers/Principals are requested not to send any nominations directly to CIET, NCERT.
  • Last date for submission of nomination by School Teachers to States/UTs/ Autonomous bodies is March 31, 2012.
  • Last date for submission of short listed nominations by States/UTs/ Autonomous Organizations to CIET, NCERT is July 31, 2012.
  • For details about eligibility, rules, regulations and entry form, please visit our website www.ciet.nic.in or write to: The Joint Director, Central Institute of Educational Technology, NCERT Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi-110016 E-mail: jdciet.ncert @ nic.in Last Date for Teachers 31-3-2012
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11 Prime Ministers Awards for Excellence in Public Administration
Apply Online:
http://www.darpg.gov.in / ArticleContent.aspx ? category=126
  • The Government of India has instituted "Prime Ministers Awards for Excellence in Public Administration" to acknowledge, recognize and reward the extraordinary and innovative work done by officers of the Central and State Governments. All officers of Central & State Governments individually or as a group or as organizations are eligible for consideration Objective of the Scheme The Scheme rewards the outstanding and exemplary performance of civil servants. Discharge of routine duties and responsibilities and/or implementation of programmes/projects in the normal course; do not qualify for the Award. Initiatives and projects whose qualitative and quantitative outcomes/results are of a very high order, and benefit a large number of citizens/stakeholders could be considered.
May, 2012 (Tentatively) July, 2012 (Tentatively)
  • Eligibility under the Scheme All serving officers of the Central and the State Governments, either individually or as a team, or as organizations are eligible for the Awards. Under the team nomination, all the members of the team should have been actively and directly involved in the initiative nominated.
  • Details of Award There would be a maximum of 15 Awards, given under individual, team and organization categories. The Award would carry with it: i) A medal
    ii) A scroll, and
    iii) A Cash Award
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12 Prime Ministers Awards for Excellence in Public Administration
Apply Online:
http://www.darpg.gov.in / ArticleContent.aspx ? category=126
  • The Government of India has instituted "Prime Ministers Awards for Excellence in Public Administration" to acknowledge, recognize and reward the extraordinary and innovative work done by officers of the Central and State Governments. All officers of Central & State Governments individually or as a group or as organizations are eligible for consideration Objective of the Scheme The Scheme rewards the outstanding and exemplary performance of civil servants. Discharge of routine duties and responsibilities and/or implementation of programmes/projects in the normal course; do not qualify for the Award. Initiatives and projects whose qualitative and quantitative outcomes/results are of a very high order, and benefit a large number of citizens/stakeholders could be considered.
May, 2012 (Tentatively) July, 2012 (Tentatively)
  • Eligibility under the Scheme All serving officers of the Central and the State Governments, either individually or as a team, or as organizations are eligible for the Awards. Under the team nomination, all the members of the team should have been actively and directly involved in the initiative nominated.
  • Details of Award There would be a maximum of 15 Awards, given under individual, team and organization categories. The Award would carry with it: i) A medal
    ii) A scroll, and
    iii) A Cash Award
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13 1. Sitaram Jindal Foundation & Trust, New Delhi, Introduces “Sitaram Jindal Prize” – 2012

2. Sitaram Jindal Foundation & Trust, New Delhi, Introduces “Sitaram Jindal Prize” – 2012

http://jindalprize.org/
  • The “Sitaram Jindal Prize” is instituted by the S J Foundation to accolade exceptional service of current significance rendered by individuals or organisations for the welfare of Indian citizens in the country
  • Established in 1969, the Foundation is an apolitical, non religious and charitable trust, engaged in the field of education, health and social service with special emphasis on nature cure.
  • The Foundation, besides extending financial support to other charitable institutions, has also directly set up several educational institutions and hospitals.The Foundation also assists the poor and deserving students through scholorships.
  • The Sitaram Jindal Prize aims at promoting moral values, peace, harmony, health, education, patriotism, national integration and religious tolerence and at inspiring individuals to serve without motive of personal gain, social or political mileage.
  • It is expected that the recognition garnered by the Sitaram Jindal Prize awardees will catalyze their efforts towards social upliftment.
Feb, 2012 16th May, 2012
  • There shall be five Prizes of Rs one crore each, to be conferred annually, one for each of the following categories.
    a) Agriculture, Rural Development & Poverty Alleviation;
    b) Healthcare – including drugless healing and naturecure;
    c) Education - with emphasis on moral upliftment;
    d) Science, Technology and Environment;
    e) Peace, Social Harmony & Social Development.
    f) Crusade against corruption.
    g) Exemplary service to mankind in any field. The awardees shall be selected by the Jury of eminent and reputed persons of high integrity through a process independent of the working of the Foundation.
  • Process of making nominations for 'Sitaram Jindal Prize 2012' now open Last date for receipt of nominations 16th May, 2012 Nominations in prescribed format downloadable from this site may be sent to: “Nomination ", Secretary General, Jindal Prize Secretariat, 11 Green Avenue, Vasant Kunj New Delhi 110070.
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14 NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION, Faridkot House, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi 110001 Introduces BIENNIAL AWARD SCHEME FOR CREATIVE WRITING ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN HINDI, (2010-2011)


http://nhrc.nic.in/
  • National Human Rights Commission invites Hindi books/manuscripts (original or translated) under “Biennial award scheme for Creative writing on Human Rights in Hindi” in a bid to encourage creative writing in Hindi on various subjects pertaining to Human Rights. Total number of words in each book/manuscript should be at least 30,000. Last date for sending the entries is 31st December, 2012.
Feb, 2012 31st Dec, 2012
  • Under this scheme Three awards of Rs. 50,000/-, 40,000/- and 30,000/- will be given for Ist, 2nd and 3rd prizes, respectively, for writing books in Hindi and three awards of Rs. 30,000/-, 25,000/- and 20,000/- for Ist, 2nd and 3rd prizes respectively, for Hindi translation of standard books on Human Rights.
  • The details of the above scheme and application form can be down loaded from Commissions Website www.nhrc.nic.in or obtained free of cost by post or by Fax No. 011-23384863 from the Assistant Director (OL), National Human Rights Commission, Faridkot House, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi-110001
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15 Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Office of the Development Commissioner for Handlooms Introduces National Award and Sant Kabir Award – 2010


http://handlooms.nic.in / sant_kabir.htm
  • All handlooms weavers are eligible to apply. The criteria of selection will include workmanship, innovation in design and revival of languishing crafts etc
Mar, 2012 31st May, 2012
  • Please refer the website : http://handlooms.nic.in
  • Development Commissioner (Handlooms) Government of India Ministry of Textiles Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001 Ph.: 23062945, 23063684 Fax: 23062429 E-mail: dchl@nic.in Website : http://handlooms.nic.in
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16 Department of Science & Technology National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB) Invites Applications for the year 2011


http://dst.gov.in/whats _ new/main-new.htm#1
  • In order to recognize and reward the remarkable work done in the area of techno entrepreneurship development through promotion of innovation driven, knowledge intensive, technology based start-ups by organizations such as Science and Technology Entrepreneur’s Park, Technology Parks, Technology Business Incubators, Innovation Centers, Software Technology Parks etc., the National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has instituted a National Award for Technology Business Incubators.
Mar, 2012 9th April, 2012
  • Who can apply: Applications are invited from Indian Organizations/Institutions engaged in incubating technology based start-ups and entrepreneurs through business incubation process and by way of providing specialised facilities, infrastructure support, value added business support, investment services, etc to the entrepreneurs in varied technological areas. Award: A cash prize of ` 3 Lakhs , a trophy and a certificate Eligibility: Organizations should be in operation for at least three years. (This award is only for organizations and not for individuals. Application for award received from an individual would not be considered.)
  • Submit three copies of the completed application at following address:Praveen Roy Scientist D,National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB) Department of Science & Technology Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016 Ph: 011-26590316 / Telefax: 011-26517186 e-mail : praveen.roy@nic.in
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17 The University of Agriculture Sciences (UAS), Raichur has from the year 2011 – 12, instituted Raitha Vijnani/Raitha Mahile Vijnani (Farmer Scientist) Award for those who have made exemplary achievement in agriculture and non agriculture activities through their traditional farm knowledge and experience


  • The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 50,000 and a citation and the first award has been proposed to be given at the university convocation schedule to be held in April third week, said a press release by the university
15th Mar, 2012 25th Mar, 2012
  • The male and female farmers of the District of Bidar, Gulbarga, Yadgir, Raichur, Koppal and Bellary are eligible for the award
  • The forms can be obtained from these offices before march 25th March, 2012. further details can be had from the above said offices or from the university extension director on Phone: 9480696313
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18 5th CMAI National Telecom Awards – 2011


  • Guidelines for Award Nominations
    1. Nomination can be made by self or others.
    2. You can submit information as detailed or as short as you deem fit for consideration by Jurist.
    3. The nomination would be considered based on information supplied and available from other market sources.
    4. Please also indicate name of officer who will receive the award, if awarded.
    5. Nominations from one company can be made for multiple categories. One Company can be considered for multiple awards in different categories.
March, 2012 7th April, 2012
  • Guidelines for different categories
  • Innovation means exploiting new ideas leading to the creation of a new product, process or service and bringing it to market, success thereof. Its addition of value, quality, service,delivery.Management expert Peter Drucker said that if an established organization, which in this age necessitating innovation, is not able to innovate, it faces decline and extinction
  • For Research and Development Awards, please indicate if approved by DST, investment in R&D,products/technologies developed, IPR patents secured/filed, turnover, other relevant information.
  • For manufacturing awards please indicate the production of product, turnover, consumer base, spread across various regions.
  • For export awards please indicate the export in terms of value and quantity for the year 2010 - 11
  • For managed services/capacity lease indicate the value of contracts during 2010-11 and total as on date along with customer base, spread across regions.
  • For services award please indicate the customer addition during 2010-11 and as on date along with special services/technology introduced.
  • The decision of Jurists is final and binding.
  • For any query please email to president_cmai @ cmai.asia or nkgoyals @ yahoo.co.in,
  • The decisions will be conveyed by email to the person whose name appears in nomination.
  • ( If You are not able to fill the form than please Email to: president_cmai @ cmai.asia
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19 RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD – 2011

Apply Online
http://bis.org.in / forms/rgnqa _ reg11.htm
  • Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Award was instituted by the Bureau of Indian Standards in 1991, with a view to encouraging Indian manufacturing and service organizations to strive for excellence and giving special recognition to those who are considered to be the leaders of quality movement in India. This award is intended to generate interest and involvement of Indian Industry in quality programmes, drive our products and services to higher levels of quality and equip our Industry to meet the challenges of domestic and International markets.
  • The award has been named after our Late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, recognizing the new thrust he had given to the quality movement in India so that India could move into 21st Century with pride. Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Award would help Indian Industry to improve quality by:
  • a) Encouraging Indian Industry to make significant improvements in quality for maximizing consumer satisfaction and for successfully facing competition in the global market as well;
  • b) Recognizing the achievements of those organizations which have improved the quality of their products and services and thereby set an example for others;
  • c) Establishing guidelines and criteria that can be used by industry in evaluating their own quality improvement efforts; and
  • d) Providing specific guidance to other organizations that wish to learn how to achieve excellence in quality, by making available detailed information on the ‘Quality Management Approach' adopted by award winning organizations to change their culture and achieve eminence.
  • The award has been designed in line with similar awards in other developed countries, like Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in USA, Deming Prize in Japan and European Quality Award.
April, 2012 15th June, 2012
  • AWARDS AND COMMENDATION CERTIFICATES There are five awards consisting of one for large scale manufacturing organizations, one for small scale manufacturing organizations, one for large scale service sector organizations, one for small scale service sector organizations and one for BEST OF ALL. In addition, there are eight commendation certificates each for large scale and small scale manufacturing organizations as per industrial sectors given below:
    a) Bio-technology;
    b) Chemical industry;
    c) Electrical and electronic industry;
    d) Food and drug industry;
    e) Gems, jewellery and allied industry;
    f) Metallurgical industry;
    g) Textile industry; and
    h) Engineering industry and others.
    Further, there are six commendation certificates each for large scale and small scale service organizations in the following sectors:
    a) Education;
    b) Finance;
    c) Health Care;
    d) Information Technology;
    e) Utilities; and
    f) Others.
  • The completed application form along with the prescribed fee should reach the Head (Management & Systems), Bureau of Indian Standards, Manak Bhavan, 9, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi 110002 latest by 15th June 2012.
    http://www.bis.org.in/
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20 CSIR AWARD FOR S&T INNOVATIONS FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT

http://rdpp.csir.res.in / csir_acsir/Home.aspx
  • Purpose of the Award: 1. The Award will recognize those outstanding S&T innovations that have helped transform the lives of rural people or alleviated the drudgery of the rural people or have helped in generation of employment. Successful S&T innovations that are implemented at ground level thus will be considered. The innovation applied for, should simultaneously have also broaden interactions among academic, R&D and rural financial institutions, industry and commercial sectors, and rural people and provided newer vehicles for participatory developments.
  • 2. The Award: This annual award consists of cash prize of Rs. 10 lakh, a citation and a plaque.
  • 3. Eligibility: Any Indian team, or an organization, or a company registered in India will be Eligible to apply.
April, 2012 15th May, 2012
  • Selection Criteria: The technological innovation should have:
  • Created a paradigm shift in standards of quality of life or alleviated the drudgery of the rural people;
  • Demonstrated competitive advantage and positive user response;
  • Helped in generation of rural employment in the country; and
  • Shown a new way of conducting business to achieve social and economic transformation in the domain of rural development. Application for the Award:
  • The application for the award could be made in response to the advertisement issued by CSIR which will also be available at the CSIR websitehttp: // www.csir.res.in. The format of the application is provided in the Annexure. The application should be sent in a plain paper through secured means to.
  • Head, Planning and Performance Division (PPD), Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Anusandhan Bhawan, 2 Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110 001. Tel: 011 - 23730342 Fax: 011 - 23736842 Email: caird@csir.res.in.
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21 NATIONAL AWARD SCHEME introduces from Micro, Small &Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India

http://dcmsme.gov.in / nationalaward2011.html
  • BACKGROUND: The Micro, Small &Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India have seen a vast development in the last five decades. The MSMEs have registered tremendous growth as also progress in terms of quality production, exports, innovation, product development and import substitution, very much beyond the expected objectives of setting up MSMEs by the planners of industrial production base in the country. Entrepreneurial efforts have made it possible to produce number of items, which hitherto were imported. In quite a few cases new variants so produced are having additional attributes than their original versions and are capable of solving a multitude of user problems. This all has become possible owing to the ambitions and visionary spirit of entrepreneurs of MSMEs
April, 2012 4th May, 2012
  • OBJECTIVE The ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises with a view to recognizing the efforts and contribution of MSMEs gives National Award annually to selected entrepreneurs and enterprises under the scheme of National Award.
  • PERIODICITY & ELIGIBILITY The Awards are be given for every calendar year to deserving entrepreneurs of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises having permanent registration/have filed Entrepreneurs Memorandum with the authorities notified by respective State Governments/UT Administration in accordance with the provisions contained in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act 2006, which came into force on 2 October 2006. The MSMEs should have been in continuous production/service for last four years. A brief details about the award schemes functioning under DC(MSME) is as below :
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22 Dharwad Based Dr Da Ra Bendre National Trust introduced Bendre Book Prize

  • Dharwad Based Dr Da Ra Bendre National Trust has invited applications from writers below the Age of 40 and published in 2011, for the annual Bendre Book Prize, report
25th April, 2012 30th June, 2012
  • The last date for sending the entries is 30th June, 2012.
  • They may sent to: The Chairman, Bendre Book Prize Committee, Dr Da Ra Bendre National Memorial Trust, Bendre Bhavan, Sadhanakeri, Dharwad – 08 Phone No: 0836 – 2435327 for details
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23 CSIR INNOVATION AWARD FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN (CIASC - 2012)

http://rdpp.csir.res.in / csir_acsir/Home.aspx
  • Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is the premier Industrial R&D Organization in India. On the occasion of its Diamond Jubilee in 2002, CSIR initiated Invention Award for school children to create awareness, interest and motivation for Intellectual Property amongst children
April, 2012 31st October, 2012
  • APPLICATION: Applicant must provide the details of the innovation submitted for the award in not more than 5000 words in English/Hindi including an abstract (in not more than 100 words), authenticated (by giving seal and date) and sent through the Principal / Head of the School where the student is enrolled and personal details on a separate page follows.
  • WHOM TO SEND:
    Typed applications to be sent by Registered Post/Courier to: Head, Innovation Protection Unit-CSIR, NISCAIR Building, 14 Satsang Vihar Marg, Special Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110 067 with the envelope marked on top left hand corner 'CIASC-2012'. You may also send application through email addressed to head.ipu @ niscair.res.in. However, a hard copy should also follow through post with Principal’s Authentication.
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24 CSIR TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY AWARDS - 2012

http://rdpp.csir.res.in / csir_acsir/Home.aspx
  • BRIEF DETAILS
    ‘CSIR Technology Awards’ were instituted in 1990 to encourage multi-disciplinary in house team efforts and external interaction for technology development, transfer and commercialization. These awards are in the category of: (i) Life Sciences;
    (ii) Physical Sciences including Engineering;
    (iii) Innovation (to be awarded to the best innovation that has been patented in any area);
    (iv) Business Development and Technology Marketing; and
    (v) Most Significant CSIR Technology of the Five Year Plan Period.
  • Whilst, the awards in the category (i) to (iv) carry the cash prize of Rs. 2 Lakh each, the award for the “Most Significant CSIR Technology of the Five Year Plan Period” has a cash prize of Rs. 5 Lakh. The prizes are shared among the individual/ members of the teams/group(s). In case the prize awarded to joint winners, both receive the cash prize in full
April, 2012 18th May, 2012
  • CRITERIA: The criteria for the awards in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences including Engineering shall be visible and sustained impact of a high order on the industrial/ economic/ societal activity, high scientific content, innovative character, global novelty and competitiveness of the technological development(s). Technology Award for Innovation will be given to the best innovation that was patented in any area. Technology Award for Business Development and Technology Marketing is for making significant contributions for enhancing the business of CSIR knowledgebase and will be given for the new business & marketing initiatives, strategies evolved and implemented, quantum of business Generated and realized.
    The award in the category “Most Significant CSIR Technology of the Five Year Plan Period” will be awarded once in five years, coinciding with the plan period, to such Technology which has proven in the market place, at least for 5 years. Accordingly, the X plan period technology (ies) will be considered in XII plan period. Thus, all technologies that have been implemented in X plan period, irrespective whether it has received an award or not, are eligible for nomination, under this category
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25 SUJANA EXCELLENCE AWARDS - 2012

http://sujana.com/csr/index.php ? option=com_content&view=article & id=161&Itemid=226
  • Acknowledging the exemplary eminence witk our heart Our country should excel in all fields. To honor and inspire those who have demonstrated excellence in the chosen field and have made a difference with innovation, Sujana Foundation, the CSR arm of Sujana Group of Companies has constituted a prestigious award - SUJANA EXCELLENCE AWARD. The annual award will identify and recognize exceptionally meritorious contribution made by an individual or an organization in each of the following five fields.
  • Agriculture
  • Education / Literacy
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Innovation in Engineering
  • Poverty Alleviation & Rural Development
  • Each award carries a cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000/-, a citation and a memento. The awardees will be selected by a panel of three Judges in each category. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan will chair the panels of Judges.
May, 2012 31st May, 2012
  • NOMINATIONS: The last date for sending nominations for Sujana Excellence Awards 2012 is May 15, 2012. For more details and Nomination Form, please visit: www.sujana.com Nomination forms, duly filled in can be sent to the following address. SUJANA FOUNDATION A CSR Initiative of Sujana Group
  • SUJANA FOUNDATION265E, Road No 10, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad - 500033 Phones: +91-40-2354 8249, +91 40 2354 8250 Website: www.sujana.com/csr
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26 Government of India Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Disability Affairs INVITATION OF APPLICATIONS FOR THE NATIONAL AWARD FOR THE EMPOWERMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, 2012

http://socialjustice.nic.in/
  • Applications are invited for the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under each of the following categories:-
    (i) Best Employees/Self-employed with disabilities;
    (ii) Best Employers and Placement Officer/Agency;
    (iii) Best Individual (including professional) and Best Institution working for the cause of persons with disabilities;
    (iv) Role Model Awards;
    (v) Best Applied Research/Innovation / Product Development aimed at improving the life of persons with disabilities;
    (vi) Outstanding Work in Creation of Barrier-free Environment for the persons with disabilities;
    (vii) Best District in providing rehabilitation services;
    (viii) Best Local Level Committee of the National Trust for Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities;
    (ix) Best State Channelising Agency of the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation;
    (x) Outstanding Creative Adult with disabilities;
    (xi) Best Creative Child with disabilities;
    (xii) Best Braille Press; and
    (xiii) Best Accessible Website.
June, 2012 31st Aug, 2012
  • Applications are invited from persons, organisations and institutions fulfilling the prescribed criteria. The applications should be in Hindi or English only. Criteria laid down for each of the above categories of awards, and full details of the Scheme of National Awards, 2012 may be seen on the website of the Ministry URL http://socialjustice.nic.in
  • The applications of those employed in the Central/State Governments/Union Territory Administrations/Public Sector Undertakings should be sent in the prescribed proforma (either in Hindi or in English only) through the Ministry/Department / State Government/ Union Territory Administration / Public Sector Undertaking concerned duly recommended by the competent authority in such Govt./Administration / Undertaking. In case of others ( including self-employed and those in private sector organizations/ unorganized sector), applications should be routed through and recommended by, one of the following:-
  • Department of the concerned State Government/Union Territory Administration, dealing with disability matters.
  • Central Ministry/Department dealing with the relevant subject or area.
  • A National Institute (under the Ministries of Social Justice and Empowerment or Health and Family Welfare) dealing with rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities.
  • Collector of the District where the applicant individual/institution is located.
  • A past recipient of a National Award for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
  • Applications not routed in the manner provided in paras 2 to 4 above will not be entertained.
  • Applications in the prescribed proforma should be accompanied by the following:-
  • Two passport size photographs (in the case of individuals),
  • Bio-data, along-with summary of achievements and documents in support thereof; and
  • Draft Citation (not exceeding one page).
  • Applications duly recommended, and complete in all respects, should be sent to the Section Officer (DD-IV), Department of Disability Affairs, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Room No. 242, 2nd Floor, ‘A’-Wing, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi- 110001, so as to reach him latest by 31st August, 2012. Applications received after the last date and/or not recommended by the prescribed authority/person will not be entertained.
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27 Ministry of Women and Child Development, Govt. of India, New Delhi introduces various awards

http://wcd.nic.in/
  • Awards
  • Children Awards
  • National Awards for Child Welfare
  • National Child Awards for Exceptional Achievement
  • Rajiv Gandhi Manav Sewa Award
JNA As per Ministry website notification
  • Refer Website
  • Ministry of Women and Child Development, Govt. of India, New Delhi introduces various awards
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