Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award
₹4 lakh cash prize + silver plaque · eminent Indian scientists · S&T contributions
The Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award honours senior Indian scientists who have made exceptional, innovative contributions to science and technology. The award carries ₹4,00,000 in cash along with a silver plaque and citation from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad. Nominations can be submitted by emailing the prescribed application form to DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN.
About This Scheme
The Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award honours senior Indian scientists who have made exceptional, innovative contributions to science and technology. The award carries ₹4,00,000 in cash along with a silver plaque and citation from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad. Nominations can be submitted by emailing the prescribed application form to DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN.
Full official description
The Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award was established to commemorate the birth centenary of Pujya Shri Mota, the founder of the Hari Om Ashram, Nadiad. It is awarded to an eminent Indian scientist for their innovative and outstanding contributions to the field of Science and Technology. The award comprises a silver plaque, a citation, and a cash prize of ₹4,00,000/-.
Benefits
- Cash prize of ₹4,00,000
- Silver plaque and formal citation
- Prestigious national recognition from PRL, an institution under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Must be an established, senior scientist with notable innovative contributions to science and technology
- No upper age limit specified — open to senior researchers at any career stage
How to Apply
- Visit prl.res.in and navigate to Opportunities → Awards Administered by PRL.
- Select the Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award and download the prescribed application form.
- Fill in all mandatory fields and attach required documents.
- Email your completed nomination to DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN with the subject line: Nomination for The Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award?
It is an award recognizing an eminent Indian scientist for outstanding and innovative contributions in Science and Technology.
What is the prize for the award?
The award includes a silver plaque, a citation, and a cash prize of [?]4,00,000.
Who is eligible for this award?
Indian scientists who have made significant contributions in Science and Technology are eligible.
Who can nominate a candidate?
Heads of academic and research institutions, Vice-Chancellors, Deans of universities, Fellows of Indian Academies of Science and Engineering, and past award recipients can submit nominations.
How should nominations be submitted?
Nominations should be sent via email to the Director of PRL at DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN.
Can past recipients of this award be re-nominated?
No, past recipients cannot be re-nominated.
What types of contributions are considered for this award?
Innovative and outstanding contributions in Science and Technology are considered.
Is there an age limit for this award?
There is no specific age limit for the Hari Om Ashram Prerit Senior Scientist Award.
Can non-resident Indians be nominated?
No, the award is intended for scientists who are Indian citizens, but their primary work should be conducted in India.
When will the results be announced?
The announcement date will be communicated by the Physical Research Laboratory after the submission deadline.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Nomination letter (from head of academic/research institution, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, Fellow of Indian Academies, or past recipient)
- Detailed CV of the nominee
- Contribution statement
- List of publications and works