Buti Foundation Award 2026: ₹50,000 Prize, Medal & Eligibility
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Quick answer
The Buti Foundation Award is a biennial recognition for Indian scientists and engineers excelling in Plasma Science & Technology. Eligible researchers under 45 years of age receive a cash prize of ₹50,000 and a medal. Nominations are submitted via email to the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL).
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 cash prize and a medal |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Science And Technology |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | Up to 45 years |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Established in 2007 by the Buti Foundation, New Delhi, the Buti Foundation Award is a biennial honour that recognises innovative and outstanding research conducted in India in the field of Plasma Science & Technology. Administered in collaboration with the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), the award is presented to a scientist or engineer under the age of 45 to acknowledge their significant contributions and encourage continued scientific excellence.
Benefits
- Cash prize of ₹50,000.
- Award recognition medal.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant must be a Scientist or Engineer.
- The applicant must be under 45 years of age as of 1st January 2021 (born on or after 2nd January 1976).
- The applicant must have conducted innovative and outstanding research in the field of Plasma Science & Technology in India.
Documents required
- Detailed Contribution Statement (2 pages)
- Impact Statement
- Complete list of publications
- List of ten best publications
- Reprints of five important publications (electronic files only)
How to apply
- 1Download the prescribed nomination form from the official Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) website under the National Awards section.
- 2Fill in all mandatory details in the form and attach the required research summary documents.
- 3Email the completed application and electronic documents to DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN with the subject line 'Nomination for The Buti Foundation Award'.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cash prize for the Buti Foundation Award?+
The award carries a cash prize of ₹50,000 along with a medal.
What is the age limit for the award?+
Nominees must be under 45 years of age as of 1st January 2021 (born on or after 2nd January 1976).
Who can submit nominations for the award?+
Nominations can be made by Heads of Academic and Research Institutions, Vice-Chancellors, Deans of Universities, Fellows of Indian Academies of Science and Engineering, and past recipients of the award.
Can nomination documents be submitted physically?+
No, physical copies are not accepted; all submissions including publication reprints must be sent electronically via email.
Can past nominees be re-nominated?+
Yes, past nominees can be re-nominated by submitting a fresh nomination according to the current guidelines.
What should be the subject line of the submission email?+
The email subject line must strictly be 'Nomination for The Buti Foundation Award'.
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