Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry 2026: Maritime Bravery Honour, Eligibility & Nomination
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Quick answer
The Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry honours Indian seafarers who demonstrate exceptional bravery in adverse maritime conditions to save lives, property, or the marine environment. Recipients are awarded a trophy, citation, and medals. Nominations are submitted online through the National Awards Portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Trophy, citation, and individual medals |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways under the Directorate General of Shipping, the Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry recognises Indian seafarers serving on any vessel who go beyond the call of duty. It acknowledges courageous acts involving rescue operations, saving human lives, preserving property, or safeguarding the maritime environment under severe and challenging sea conditions.
Benefits
- Trophy
- Citation
- Individual Medals (if multiple persons)
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant must be an Indian seafarer serving on any vessel.
- The applicant must have performed an act of exceptional bravery in adverse maritime conditions.
- The act must involve saving lives, property, or the environment beyond normal duty.
Documents required
- Incident Report
- Eye Witness Statements
- Identity Proof
- Rank Details
- Legal Heir Details (if posthumous)
How to apply
- 1Visit the National Awards Portal at https://awards.gov.in.
- 2Register or log in using the official credentials of the recommending authority.
- 3Fill in the nomination form with complete details of the candidate and the act.
- 4Upload all required documents, including the citation and verification certificate, and submit the nomination.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry?+
Indian seafarers serving on any vessel who demonstrate exceptional bravery and courage in maritime activities beyond normal duty are eligible.
What benefits are awarded under this scheme?+
The award consists of a trophy, a citation, and individual medals if multiple persons are involved.
Can the award be conferred posthumously?+
Yes, the award may be conferred posthumously in deserving cases of gallantry.
Is self-nomination permitted?+
Yes, self-nomination may be allowed as per the prescribed guidelines.
How to apply or submit a nomination for this award?+
Nominations must be submitted online through the National Awards Portal (awards.gov.in) with the necessary documents and citation.
Who evaluates the submitted nominations?+
An expert committee evaluates all submitted nominations based on the merit of the gallantry act.
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