Dr. Kailash Nath Katju Award 2026: ₹50,000 Cash Prize, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The Dr. Kailash Nath Katju Award gives a cash prize of ₹50,000 and a citation to Indian scientists who have carried out outstanding research in Madhya Pradesh. Eligible nominees are nominated by a reputed body and can be awarded jointly to up to three individuals. Apply by submitting the nomination form and required documents to the Madhya Pradesh Council of Science & Technology.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 Cash Prize and Citation |
| Ministry / department | Science and Technology (Information Technology) Department |
| Level | State Government (Madhya Pradesh) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Dr. Kailash Nath Katju Award, Pandit Lajja Shankar Jha Award and Dr. Hari Singh Gour Award are state level awards launched by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Madhya Pradesh. They recognise and encourage meritorious research and outstanding contributions in science, engineering and technological sciences, and social sciences carried out in Madhya Pradesh. The awards are given annually and each recipient receives a cash prize of ₹50,000 and an official citation. The award may be given jointly to a maximum of three individuals, and each joint awardee receives the full cash award.
Benefits
- ₹50,000 cash award
- Official citation
- Award may be given jointly to up to 3 individuals
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Indian national scientist
- Residing in India or abroad
- Work carried out in Madhya Pradesh
- Outstanding contribution in Science, Engineering & Technological Sciences, or Social Sciences
- Nominated by a reputed scientific, academic, or professional body
- Eligible for consideration for 3 consecutive years after nomination
- Not eligible after being awarded
Who cannot apply
- Applicant serving as a member of the Advisory Board during the award year
- Applicant from an institution under consideration if their institutional representative is on the Advisory Board
Documents required
- Passport-size Photograph
- List of Publications, Patents
- Field of Work
- Detailed Biodata
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Contribution
- List of Publications/Research Outputs
- Nomination Endorsement Letter
- Self-declaration
- Supporting Certificates/Proof of Achievements
- Copy of Proposed Work Summary
How to apply
- 1Download the nomination form from the official website.
- 2Fill in all mandatory fields and attach copies of all required documents (self‑attested, if applicable).
- 3Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the M. P. Council of Science & Technology, Vigyan Bhawan, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal-462003 (M.P.). E‑mail: dg@mpcost.nic.in; Fax: 0755-2671600, Ph: 0755-2671800.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cash prize amount?+
Each award carries a cash prize of ₹50,000 along with a citation.
How often are the awards given?+
The awards are ordinarily given every year.
Who is eligible for the awards?+
Indian nationals with outstanding contributions carried out in Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
Can Indians living abroad apply?+
Yes, provided the recognized work was carried out in Madhya Pradesh.
Can more than one person receive an award?+
Yes, an award may be given jointly to up to 3 individuals.
Is the full amount given to joint awardees?+
Yes, each joint awardee receives the full ₹50,000 and a citation.
Who selects the awardees?+
The Chairman, General Body of MPCST selects awardees based on Advisory Board recommendations.
Who can nominate candidates?+
Reputed scientific institutions, academic bodies, and professional organizations can nominate.
Can an awardee be nominated again?+
No, once awarded, the recipient is not eligible again.
Is there any obligation after receiving the award?+
Yes, recipients are expected to deliver a lecture on their specialised subject when requested.
What are the State Level Awards called?+
State-level awards called Dr. Kailash Nath Katju Award, Pandit Lajja Shankar Jha Award, and Dr. Hari Singh Gour Award.
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