Best Book Award
The Best Book Award is a Gujarat government scheme that recognizes outstanding books published each calendar year in any language recognised by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy. Authors compete for cash prizes, a certificate, and a commemorative shield, with awards distributed at three prize levels. Applications can be submitted online through the Gujarat Sahitya Academy portal or by post to their Gandhinagar office.
About This Scheme
The Best Book Award is a Gujarat government scheme that recognizes outstanding books published each calendar year in any language recognised by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy. Authors compete for cash prizes, a certificate, and a commemorative shield, with awards distributed at three prize levels. Applications can be submitted online through the Gujarat Sahitya Academy portal or by post to their Gandhinagar office.
Full official description
The Best Book Award scheme by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, promotes high-quality literary creation and recognition of literary talent. It awards the best books published each calendar year in various languages through the Gujarat Sahitya Akademi. Under this scheme, the first prize includes ₹11,000 along with a certificate and shield; the second prize includes ₹7,000 with a certificate and shield; and the third prize includes ₹5,000, also with a certificate and shield. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Sahitya Akademi.
Benefits
- First Prize: ₹11,000 + certificate + commemorative shield
- Second Prize: ₹7,000 + certificate + commemorative shield
- Third Prize: ₹5,000 + certificate + commemorative shield
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an author of a book published within the relevant calendar year
- Book must be written in a language recognised by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy
- Open to authors from Gujarat as well as anywhere across India
How to Apply
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the online application form page. Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents. Step 3: Click on the checkbox and verify the captcha. Step 4: Click on the "Submit" button to complete the application process.
Step 1: The interested applicant should download the prescribed format of the application form. Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the supporting documents to the below address of the Gujarat Sahitya Academy. Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.
Contact Us:
Gujarat Sahitya Academy
Jawerchand Meghani Bhavan,Behind Krishi Bhavan,Sector 10-A,Gandhinagar -382010.
Phone: 079 - 23256797, 23256798; 7621005656
Email: gsagandhinagar@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the "Best Book Award" scheme?
The purpose of the "Best Book Award" scheme is to promote literary excellence by recognizing and rewarding the authors of outstanding books published in Gujarat, thereby encouraging creativity and high standards in literature.
Who implements the "Best Book Award" scheme ?
The implementation of the "Best Book Award" scheme is undertaken by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy, which is entrusted with the responsibility of managing the application process, reviewing submissions, and selecting the awardees.
What kind of recognition is given under the scheme?
Under the "Best Book Award" scheme, authors whose books are selected receive monetary prizes along with certificates and commemorative shields as a token of appreciation and recognition of their literary contributions.
How much cash prize is awarded to the recipients?
The "Best Book Award" scheme offers a cash prize of ₹11,000 for the first prize winner, ₹7,000 for the second prize winner, and ₹5,000 for the third prize winner, in addition to a certificate and a shield for each awardee.
Who is eligible to apply for the "Best Book Award" scheme?
Any author whose book has been published in the calendar year under review and meets the literary criteria set by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy is eligible to apply under the "Best Book Award" scheme, regardless of their gender, profession, or economic status.
Is the scheme restricted to authors residing in Gujarat only?
No, the "Best Book Award" scheme is applicable to authors from across India; however, their submitted book must conform to the guidelines and language criteria set by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy.
Are books published in all Indian languages eligible for the award?
Books submitted under the "Best Book Award" scheme should be written in languages recognized by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy, and only those books that meet the specified language and literary quality standards will be considered for the award.
What is the frequency of the awards given under the "Best Book Award" scheme?
The awards under the "Best Book Award" scheme are conferred annually and are based on the evaluation of books published during the previous calendar year.
How can an author apply for the "Best Book Award" scheme?
To apply under the "Best Book Award" scheme, authors must fill out the prescribed application form available online, attach the required documents, and submit it to the Gujarat Sahitya Academy.
Is there any cost associated with applying for the "Best Book Award" scheme?
There is no application fee or cost involved in applying for the "Best Book Award" scheme, and both the application form and submission process are entirely free of charge.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Copy of the Published Book.
- Author’s Photograph.
- Author’s Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Any other documents as required.