National Awards For Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities: National Awards For Institutions Engaged In Empowering Persons With Disabilities: Divyangjano Ke Liye Sarvshrestha Placement Agency
A national award by DoEPwD recognizing the best private placement agency that helps persons with disabilities find employment — government and local government agencies are excluded. The award is given annually on December 3rd at Vigyan Bhawan by the President or Vice President. Apply online at awards.gov.in between June 15 and July 31.
About This Scheme
A national award by DoEPwD recognizing the best private placement agency that helps persons with disabilities find employment — government and local government agencies are excluded. The award is given annually on December 3rd at Vigyan Bhawan by the President or Vice President. Apply online at awards.gov.in between June 15 and July 31.
Full official description
The "National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities" are being awarded by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment every year since 1969 in recognition of the skills and contribution of persons with disabilities, individuals and institutions engaged in the empowerment of persons with disabilities.
Award Categories
- National Awards for Individual Excellence
- National Awards for Institutions Engaged in Empowering Persons With Disabilities
The "Divyangjano Ke Liye Sarvshrestha Placement Agency" award is given by DoEPwD to the placement agency of Persons with Disabilities (excluding Government/State Government/local bodies). The Department confers national awards to commemorate the 'International Day of Persons with Disabilities' which falls on 3rd December every year. The ceremony of the National Awards is held at Vigyan Bhawan. The National Awards are presented through the Hon'ble President or Hon'ble Vice President of India.
Benefits
- Winner receives a Certificate and a Shield
- Presented by the President or Vice President of India on December 3rd (International Day of Persons with Disabilities)
- Travel, boarding, and lodging expenses for the awardee and one escort covered by the government
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Open to private placement agencies only (government, state government, and local body agencies are not eligible)
- Must have placed at least 50% of registered unemployed persons with disabilities in jobs over the last five years, with at least 30% of placements being women
- Dropout/attrition rate of placed employees must not exceed 20% in any given year
- Should have provided placements across all categories of disability with a reasonable balance among them
- Strong follow-up record with candidates placed over the last five years required
- Nominations must come from an authorized agency — self-nominations are not accepted
How to Apply
Call for Applications
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) shall intimate the opening of the National Awards Portal as well as the prescribed period for submission of applications through advertisement in the newspapers/website of the Department. Applications/nominations are invited through online mode only on the centralized portal of the Ministry of Home Affairs. (www.awards.gov.in) which is open (w.e.f. 15th June to 31st July).
Registration
Step 1: Visit the National Awards Portal. On the top right of the homepage, click "Register".
Step 2: You will be directed to the Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a Red Asterisk).
Step 3: Check the "Declaration" checkboxes provided at the bottom of the page. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Submit".You will receive the Login Credentials on your Registered Mobile Number.
Application
Step 1: Visit the National Awards Portal. On the top right of the homepage, click "Login".
Step 2: Login using credentials. From the list of awards, select "National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities", then click "Nominate / Apply Now".
Step 3: On the next page, fill in all the mandatory fields in the online application form, and then click "Submit".
Note 1: The Application should be in Hindi or English language only.
Calendar of Activities
- Advertisement of National Awards/Opening of National Awards Portal: 1st May
- Last date of receipt of applications: 31st July
- Constitution of Screening Committees and National Selection Committees: 31st August
- Meetings of the Screening Committees: 30thSeptemebr
- Meeting of the National Selection Committee: 15th October
- Verification of short-listed candidates: 15th October
- Information/confirmation to awardees: 31st October
- Presentation of National Awards: 3rd December (International Day of Persons with Disabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
When Was The "National Award For The Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities" First Introduced?
The "National Award for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities" first introduced was introduced in the year 1969.
What Are The Objectives Of These Awards?
The awards are conferred with the objective to recognize the skills and contributions of persons with disabilities, individuals and institutions engaged in the empowerment of persons with disabilities.
When Were The Guidelines For These Awards Last Revised?
The guidelines for the National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities had been revised and implemented from the year 2021.
On Which Date And Month Are The "National Award For The Empowerment Of Persons With Disabilities" Conferred?
The awards are conferred on 3rd December every year International Day of Persons with Disabilities).
Who Confers These Awards?
The awards are conferred by the Hon'ble President or Hon'ble Vice President of India. at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
What Is The Address Of Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi?
The address of Vigyan Bhawan is: Maulana Azad Rd, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Delhi 110011
How Many Categories Are There In This Award?
There are two broad categories in this award:
- National Awards for Individual Excellence
- National Awards for Institutions Engaged in Empowering Persons With Disabilities
Will The To-And-Fro Travelling Expenses Of The Awardee Be Reimbursed?
Yes, the 'To and Fro' travelling expenses and accommodation for up to one day prior to and after the day of the awards ceremony shall be arranged and the expenditure shall be reimbursed by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
What Is The URL Of The National Awards Portal?
National Awards Portal, Ministry of Home Affairs at https://awards.gov.in
Can The Application Form Be Filled In Malayalam?
The Application should be in Hindi or English language only.
Where Can I Find The PDF Of The Scheme Guidelines?
The PDF of the Scheme Guidelines can be found at - https://disabilityaffairs.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/National%20Award%20Guidelines%20in%20english.pdf
Who Are Authorized To Nominate An Institution For This Award?
Any State/UT/ Autonomous Body / PSU and nongovernmental organization registered under Trust Act/Society Act/Section 8 of Company Act, 2013.
Does This Scheme Accept Offline Applications?
No, this scheme only accepts online applications. Applications in physical form will not be accepted for these National Awards.
Where Can I Find The PDF Of The Call For Applications?
The PDF of the Call for Applications can be found at - https://disabilityaffairs.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Advertisement%20in%20English%20for%20NA.pdf
Can A Person Submit His/Her Nomination In Physical Form/Soft Copy Direct To The Department?
No. Nomination for any category of awards is to be submitted on the Award Portal only. Application/Nomination sent directly to the Department will not be considered for the award.
Whether Nominations For Two Or More Categories Of Awards Are Permissible?
Separate Nominations for more than one category of award can be submitted if eligible for those categories of awards but only one award can be given in a year. The award to be given will be decided by the National Selection Committee.
Where Can I Find The PDF Of The Scheme FAQs?
The PDF of the Scheme FAQs can be found at - https://disabilityaffairs.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/FAQs%20on%20National%20Awards.pdf
How Do I Upload A Document In The Online Application Form?
In the 'Uploading of Photograph/Other Necessary Documents' Section, the second part 'Any Supporting Document (PDF)' click on 'Choose File' Select a PDF file (size of the file should not be greater than 5 MB) to be uploaded.
Why I Am Not Able To Upload More Than One Document In The Supporting Documents Section?
Ans. Only one document is allowed to be uploaded in the 'Supporting Document' Section. However, the Document may contain more than one page.
Are The Scheme FAQs Also Available In The Hindi Language?
The PDF of the Scheme FAQs (Hindi) can be found at - https://awards.gov.in/Home/GoToIndex?filename=Award%2FCommunication%2F2023614811983WKSM7V.pdf&filepath=Award%2FCommunication%2F2023614811983WKSM7V.pdf
Can I Edit My Nomination Details After I Already Filled It?
Yes, the applicant can edit the information any number of times during the nomination process. However, once the final application is submitted, the information provided by them cannot be edited/modified.
Is Submission Of A Photo For Any Category Of Individual Excellence Of Awards Mandatory?
Yes. A soft copy of Passport size photograph with high resolution is to be submitted/uploaded in the nomination form.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Certificate of Registration (showing the Year of Establishment)
- Proof of Address (for communication)
- Proofs reg. the Nature of work undertaken by the Institution
- Special or Outstanding Achievements (Certificates/Appreciation letters) in the past 10 (ten) years in the field of the Category of the Award at a) International level; b) National Level; c) State level; d) District level; e) Organisation level
- Details of Awards or Honours received (Name of the Award; Conferring Agency; Year of Conferment), if any (attach citations), along with Justification for the Award
- Any other Achievement for Consideration of the Award