National Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Courage & Bravery
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "Vayoshreshtha Samman: Courage & Bravery" award shall be given to senior citizens who have displayed extraordinary courage in the face of grave danger. The awards are conferred on 1st October every year by the Hon’ble President of India at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
What You Get
- National recognition and honor from the President of India
- Award certificate and medal
- Recognition at national-level ceremony on October 1st
- Public acknowledgment of brave and courageous acts
Who Can Apply
- Age: 60–100 years
- Must be a senior citizen (age 60 years or above)
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Must have displayed extraordinary courage and bravery
- Must have faced grave danger or life-threatening situation
- Act of courage must be recent and documented
- Nomination can be made by individuals, organizations, or government bodies
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Age Proof Certificate
- 3. Nomination Form
- 4. Supporting Documents of Brave Act
- 5. Identity Proof
- 6. Bank Account Details
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit 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
- 60–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/nassvscb…Nodal Ministry
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
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