National Youth Award
✓ Information verified — June 2026This award is to motivate young persons to achieve excellence in the field of national development or social service and to develop in them a sense of responsibility to the community and thus to improve their potential as good citizens.
What You Get
- National recognition and honor for outstanding contribution to social service or national development
- Certificate of award
- Boost to career and social standing through official recognition
- Platform to inspire other youth toward community service
Who Can Apply
- Age: 15–29 years
- Must be a young person (specific age criteria to be verified with ministry)
- Demonstrated excellence in national development activities or social service
- Strong record of community contribution and responsibility
- Indian citizen
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Educational Certificate
- 3. Community Service Documentation
- 4. Nomination Form
- 5. Character Certificate
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 Youth Affairs & Sports
- Category
- Health
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 15–29 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/nyaNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
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