Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026: Eligibility, Medal & Nomination Process
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Quick answer
The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is a national award instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs to recognise outstanding work by personnel in police, security, intelligence, and forensic organisations. Awardees receive a prestigious medal, a scroll signed by the Union Home Minister, and official Gazette notification. Nominations are processed annually through the National Awards Portal, while intelligence cases are submitted physically.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Medal and Scroll by Union Home Minister |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Home Affairs |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
Instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak seeks to encourage professional excellence and boost morale across India's police forces, intelligence units, security agencies, and forensic science institutions. It honours exemplary service in four distinct areas: Special Operations, Investigation, Intelligence, and Forensic Science. By celebrating high operational and investigative standards, the award provides institutional and national recognition to dedicated officers and staff.
Benefits
- A medal awarded to selected officers and personnel.
- A certificate (Scroll) signed by the Union Home Minister.
- National recognition through publication in the Gazette of India (except for intelligence cases).
- Recording of additional achievements through Bars attached to the medal for repeated qualifying acts.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be an active member of Police Forces, Security Organisations, Intelligence Wings, or Forensic Science Institutions.
- Must demonstrate excellence in one of four fields: Special Operation, Investigation, Intelligence, or Forensic Science.
- Must have no pending judicial proceedings or departmental enquiries.
- Must not have received any major penalty during the last 5 years.
- Must be duly recommended by the competent authority of the organisation.
- Cannot be recommended for multiple operational fields for the very same operation.
- Must satisfy specific field criteria established for operation, investigation, intelligence, or forensic work.
Who cannot apply
- Personnel facing pending judicial proceedings or departmental enquiries.
- Personnel who have received a major penalty within the last 5 years.
- Individuals nominated across multiple categories for the same single case or operation.
Documents required
- Integrity Certificate
- Detailed Citation (maximum 500 words)
- Service record details
- Case details or comprehensive operation report
- Supporting documents and case evidence
- Approval letter from the Head of the Organisation
- Route approval from the Home Department or Administrative Department
- Additional details regarding joint operations (if applicable)
How to apply
- 1The applicant's parent organisation prepares the nomination dossier after internal verification.
- 2The nominating authority visits the official National Awards Portal (awards.gov.in) to begin submission (except intelligence nominations).
- 3The designated officer registers on the portal and completes the online nomination form.
- 4Upload the 500-word citation, Integrity Certificate, and all supporting case evidence on the portal.
- 5Nominations related to intelligence units must be submitted directly in sealed physical form to the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- 6State or organisation screening committees vet proposals before shortlisting them for central review by Ministry of Home Affairs committees.
Frequently asked questions
Who institutes the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak?+
The award is instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Who is eligible for this medal?+
Personnel serving in police forces, security organisations, intelligence wings, and forensic science institutions across India are eligible.
What fields are covered under the scheme?+
The medal covers four specialized fields: Special Operations, Investigation, Intelligence, and Forensic Science.
Is there a minimum length of service required to apply?+
No, there is no minimum service period required for eligibility.
Can an officer be nominated under two fields for the same case?+
No, an officer cannot be recommended for multiple fields for the same operation.
How are intelligence nominations submitted?+
Intelligence nominations are submitted strictly in a sealed physical format directly to the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Can the medal be withdrawn after being awarded?+
Yes, the award can be cancelled and withdrawn in cases of disciplinary action or misconduct.
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