Biju Patnaik Bravery Award 2026: ₹1,00,000 Cash, Medal & Scroll
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The Biju Patnaik Bravery Award gives ₹1,00,000 cash, a silver medal and a scroll to a citizen of India who performed a spectacular act of bravery in Odisha or outside Odisha as a resident. The award can be given posthumously. Apply by submitting nomination through the Department of Sports & Youth Services.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹1,00,000 cash, medal & scroll |
| Ministry / department | Sports and Youth Services Department |
| Level | State Government (Odisha) |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
The Biju Patnaik Bravery Award is a state‑level award launched by the Sports & Youth Services Department of Odisha to honour individuals who have performed spectacular acts of bravery. The award is presented annually to the most outstanding act of bravery and can be conferred posthumously to the next of kin. The awardee receives a cash prize of ₹1,00,000, a silver medal, a scroll, travel allowance at 1st Class Rail/Bus fare, and accommodation arrangements in Bhubaneswar.
Benefits
- ₹1,00,000 cash award
- Silver medal
- Scroll
- Travel allowance at 1st Class Rail/Bus fare
- Accommodation arrangements in Bhubaneswar
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Citizen of India
- Spectacular act of bravery performed in Odisha or by Odisha resident outside Odisha
- Act performed between 1 Jan and 31 Dec of preceding year
- No criminal conviction
- Award only once in lifetime
Documents required
- Identity proof
- Three passport size photographs
- First Information Report (FIR) or Police Diary
- Newspaper/Magazine clippings
- Supporting photograph, if any
- Recommendation letter, if any
- Adequate documentary evidence in support of the act of bravery
How to apply
- 1Visit the Department of Sports & Youth Services website and download the application form.
- 2Fill the form and attach the required documents.
- 3Submit the nomination to the Secretary, Odisha State Youth Welfare Board, C-1, Nayapalli, Unit-8, Bhubaneswar.
- 4Await scrutiny and selection by the committee.
- 5If selected, attend the award ceremony.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Biju Patnaik Bravery Award?+
The award is launched by the Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha, to recognise spectacular acts of bravery performed by individuals in Odisha.
How often is the award given?+
The award shall be given annually for the most outstanding act of bravery.
What are the benefits of the award?+
The award includes a cash prize of ₹1,00,000, one silver medal, and a scroll.
Are there any restrictions on canvassing for the award?+
Yes, canvassing for the award in any form is prohibited.
Can the award be given posthumously?+
Yes, the award can be given posthumously to the next of kin of the awardee.
What happens in case of multiple individuals involved in the act of bravery?+
In case of involvement of more than one person, the award money will be shared among all.
Is the award conferred every year?+
It will not be binding on the Department of Sports & Y.S. to confer the award every year. If suitable candidates are not available, the award may not be conferred for the respective year.
What acts of bravery make an individual eligible for the award?+
Any individual who performs a spectacular act of bravery within Odisha or a resident of Odisha performing such an act outside the state is eligible for consideration.
Is there a specific timeframe for the act of bravery to be considered?+
Yes, the applicant should have rendered the act of bravery during the period from 1st January to 31st December of the preceding year.
Are there any criminal background restrictions for eligibility?+
Yes, the applicant should not have been convicted of any criminal offence.
Can an individual receive the award more than once?+
No, the award shall be given to a person only once in their lifetime.
Where can an applicant find the application form?+
Advertisement for the award shall be uploaded every year in January on the Department Website with a prescribed application format which will also be available in the office of District Collector & DSO, Supdt. of Police, NYKS, NSS, BSG, NCC, IRCS & Sports & Youth Services Department.
Where can the nomination form be submitted?+
The nominations can be sent by the Collector, Supdt. of Police, DSO, NYKS, NSS, BSG, the person himself/herself, any registered Voluntary Organization, NCC & Indian Red-Cross Society (State or Central Branch) to the Secretary, Odisha State Youth Welfare Board, C-1, Nayapalli, Unit-8, Bhubaneswar.
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