Chief Minister’s Award 2026: ₹10,00,000 Cash & Commendation
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Quick answer
The Chief Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration recognises outstanding work by Puducherry departments and organisations. Winners receive a commendation scroll and a cash award of ₹10,00,000 (or ₹5,00,000 for appreciation). Apply through the Administrative Secretary by submitting a detailed nomination.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹10,00,000 Cash & Commendation |
| Ministry / department | Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department, Puducherry |
| Level | State Government (Puducherry) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Chief Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration is a state‑level scheme launched by the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms of Puducherry. It recognises teams of officials who have implemented initiatives and projects with high qualitative and quantitative outcomes that benefit a large number of citizens. The award is presented in two categories – Departments and Organisations – and includes a commendation scroll and a substantial cash award. Nominations are made only through the Administrative Secretary and must be supported by a recommendation from a Departmental Committee and a detailed narrative of the project.
Benefits
- Commendation Scroll and ₹10,00,000 cash award for Departments category
- Commendation Scroll and ₹10,00,000 cash award for Organisations category
- Commendation Scroll and ₹5,00,000 cash award for Departments category (Appreciation)
- Commendation Scroll and ₹5,00,000 cash award for Organisations category (Appreciation)
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a Local Body, Autonomous Body, Corporation, Agency, Public Sector Undertaking or Government Department under Puducherry
- Nomination must be through the Administrative Secretary
- Recommendation of the Departmental Committee is required
- Proposed achievements must have high qualitative and quantitative outcomes benefiting many citizens
- Work must have been done during the previous calendar year
Who cannot apply
- Self‑nomination will be summarily rejected
- Canvassing in any form is not entertained; departments may be debarred
Documents required
- Recommendation of the Departmental Committee
- Write‑up with executive summary
- Supporting field photographs (maximum 10)
- Flow charts of uniqueness and success story
- Proof of approval from the Administrative Secretary
- Supporting documents not more than 5 pages
- Descriptive note not more than 150 words
- Audit/measurement/verification details if available
- Brief details of earlier awards (maximum 100 words)
How to apply
- 1Submit the application in the prescribed format, clearly mentioning the approving authority
- 2Prepare a narrative of the project (≤2500 words) with background, priorities, strategies, innovative methods, period, outcome, achievements, sustainability, and replicability, and attach supporting documents
- 3The Administrative Secretary forms a Departmental Committee to shortlist and verify facts; include the committee’s recommendation and proof of approval
- 4Mail the nomination in soft and hard copy via Registered Post/Speed Post and email to usar@py.gov.in
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this award?+
All Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings, Local Bodies, Autonomous Bodies, Corporations, and Agencies under Puducherry are eligible.
Can a department nominate itself directly?+
No, nominations must be made exclusively through the Administrative Secretary; self‑nomination is rejected.
What timeframe should the nominated initiatives cover?+
The work should have been done during the previous calendar year as on the date of nomination.
Must the projects demonstrate measurable impact?+
Yes, projects must demonstrate high qualitative and quantitative outcomes benefiting many citizens.
Are there any age restrictions for applicants?+
Not specified
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