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National Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Best Institution For Research In The Field Of Ageing

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Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The "Vayoshreshtha Samman: Best Institution for Research in the Field of Ageing" award shall be given to institutions with a record of outstanding work in research and dissemination of knowledge in the field of ageing. The awards are conferred on 1st Oct every year by the Hon’ble President of India.

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What You Get

  • National recognition and prestige for the winning institution
  • Award certificate presented by the President of India
  • Public acknowledgment of excellence in aging research
  • Encouragement for further research work in the field of gerontology

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Institution must be registered and operational in India
  • Must have demonstrated outstanding research work in the field of aging
  • Should have a proven track record of knowledge dissemination related to elderly care
  • Can be a government, private, or non-profit research organization
  • Must have published or documented research findings in aging

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. Institution Registration Certificate
  2. 2. Research Work Documentation
  3. 3. Published Research Papers
  4. 4. Organization Profile
  5. 5. Track Record Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Category
Social Welfare
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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Last Verified

14 June 2026

Nodal Ministry

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

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