Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award 2026: ₹15 Lakh Cash Prize & Eligibility
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Quick answer
The Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award recognizes outstanding achievements across Land, Water, and Air adventure activities, offering a ₹15,00,000 cash prize along with a statuette and certificate. Indian citizens or families of posthumous adventurers with proven track records can apply. Nominations must be submitted online through the official awards.gov.in portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹15,00,000 cash prize with bronze statuette |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Conferred by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award honours exceptional adventure achievements and encourages endurance, risk-taking, and teamwork among young individuals. The honour is typically awarded across four segments—Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, Air Adventure, and Life Time Achievement. Eligible achievers are recognized alongside Arjuna Awardees, receiving high national honour along with substantial financial recognition.
Benefits
- Award money of ₹15,00,000
- A bronze statuette
- A formal certificate
- A blazer with a silken tie or a saree
- Presentation of the award alongside the Arjuna Awards
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be an Indian citizen working in the field of adventure, or an immediate family member of a posthumous adventurer
- Must demonstrate excellent performance, outstanding leadership, adventure discipline, and continuous achievement in Land, Air, or Water adventure
- Achievements over the last 3 years are evaluated for Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, and Air Adventure
- Achievements over the entire career are evaluated for the Life Time Achievement category
- Serving personnel of the Army, Navy, or Air Force must have a mandatory recommendation letter
Who cannot apply
- An individual cannot receive the award a second time under the same category
- Organizations cannot apply; applications are strictly open to individuals
Documents required
- Single numbered and indexed PDF of year-wise achievements in chronological order
- Scanned copy of the recommendation letter from the competent authority (wherever applicable)
How to apply
- 1Visit the official National Awards portal at awards.gov.in.
- 2Register an account by selecting the 'Individual' applicant type.
- 3Choose 'citizen' in the drop-down menu under nominator type.
- 4Fill in the application details and provide Recommending Authority details (or enter 'NA' if not applicable).
- 5Upload the single compiled PDF containing chronological achievement documents and the recommendation letter.
- 6Review all entered information and submit your nomination online.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the TNNAA award?+
Any Indian citizen active in adventure activities or an immediate family member of a posthumous adventurer who meets the performance and leadership criteria can apply.
How much prize money is given under the Tenzing Norgay Award?+
The award carries cash prize money of ₹15,00,000, along with a bronze statuette, certificate, and blazer or saree.
Can an applicant apply if they have already won the award earlier?+
Yes, but not under the same category. For example, a previous winner in Land Adventure cannot win in Land Adventure again, but can apply under Water or Air Adventure if eligible.
Is a recommendation letter mandatory for all applicants?+
A recommendation is mandatory for serving personnel of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Other applicants may enter 'NA' in the Recommending Authority column if unable to secure one.
Can an organization apply for this award?+
No, organizations are not eligible to apply. Only individuals can register and apply for the award.
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