Central GovernmentSocial Welfare

National Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Iconic Mother

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The award is conferred to the eminent and outstanding senior citizens and institutions/organizations involved in rendering distinguished service for the cause of elderly persons, especially indigent senior citizens. The awards are conferred on 1st October every year by the Hon’ble President of India

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What You Get

  • National recognition and honor from the President of India
  • Certificate of appreciation
  • Public acknowledgment of service to senior citizens
  • Platform to inspire others working for elderly welfare

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 60–100 years
  • Must be a senior citizen (age 60 years and above)
  • Must have demonstrated outstanding contribution to elderly welfare or social causes
  • Can be an individual or an organization/institution
  • Must have a record of distinguished and eminent service
  • Open to all Indian citizens and registered organizations across India

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. Aadhar Card
  2. 2. Birth Certificate
  3. 3. Nomination Form
  4. 4. Documentary Evidence of Service
  5. 5. Recommendation Letters

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
60–100 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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