Applications invited for PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2026
Applications are now open for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2026, aimed at recognizing exceptional achievements of children. Eligible applicants must be of Indian origin, residing in India, and under 18 years of age as of July 31, 2026. Awardees will be honored by the President of India in a ceremony scheduled for January 2027 in New Delhi.
- ▪The award recognizes children's achievements in various fields including social service, technology, and arts.
- ▪Applications must be submitted online by July 31, 2026.
- ▪A committee constituted by the Union Government will scrutinize the applications.
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The District Women, Child Welfare and Empowerment Officer, K.V. Ramalakshmi, has invited applications for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2026, a national award instituted by the Government of India to recognise exceptional achievements of children.In a statement issued on Wednesday, she said children of Indian origin who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments at the State, National or International level in fields such as social service, technology, education, bravery, environmental protection, sports, arts, music, dance, painting, innovation, skills and leadership are eligible to apply.The applications will be scrutinised by a committee constituted by the Union Government.
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