National Water Awards
Annual awards by the Ministry of Jal Shakti recognizing outstanding contributions in water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and innovative water management practices across India. A wide range of applicants — from state governments and industries to schools, Panchayats, and individual citizens — can apply. Register and apply online at awards.gov.in when nominations open.
About This Scheme
Annual awards by the Ministry of Jal Shakti recognizing outstanding contributions in water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and innovative water management practices across India. A wide range of applicants — from state governments and industries to schools, Panchayats, and individual citizens — can apply. Register and apply online at awards.gov.in when nominations open.
Full official description
National Water Awards under the Department of Water Resources, River Developmen,t and Ganga Rejuvenation Encourage the various stakeholder including Civil Societies, Gram Panchayats, Urban Local Bodies, Water User Associations, Institutions, Corporate Sector, Individuals etc.to adoptg innovative practices of ground water augmentation by rainwater harvesting and artificial recharge, promoting water use efficiency, recycling & re-use of water and creating awareness through people's participation in the targeted areas resulting into the sustainability of ground water resources development, adequate capacity building amongst the stakeholders etc.
No. of Awardees : 32
Nominate Person
Self in respect of Best Individual for Excellence, and Secretary/Principal Secretary of concerned State Departments, District Collector/ District Magistrate/ Head of Body, Prinicipal/Head of School/ College, Head of the Institution/ Industry/ Organisation/Association for other categories of awards.
Selection Process
All applications received for 5th National Water Awards are scrutinized by a Screening Committee of the Department & shortlisted applications are placed before the Jury Committee which is constituted by the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti. No Award is conferred except on the recommendation of the Jury Committee. The recommendations of the Committee are submitted to the Hon’ble Minister (Jal Shakti) for approval. Thereafter, the names of winners are announced on a suitable date.
Benefits
- Best State awards: trophies and citations for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place across five national zones (North, South, West, East, North-East)
- Best District: trophies and citations in each of the five zones
- Best Individual (1st place): ₹2,00,000 cash prize
- Best Individual (2nd place): ₹1,50,000 cash prize
- Best Individual (3rd place): ₹1,00,000 cash prize
- Winners in categories like Best Village Panchayat, Best Urban Body, Best Industry, Best Civil Society, Best School/College, and Best Institution also receive trophies, citations, and cash prizes
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- State Governments and District Administrations
- Village Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies
- Schools, Colleges, and other institutions
- Industries, Civil Society Organizations, and Water User Associations
- Individual citizens with notable contributions to water conservation
How to Apply
Registration:
Step-1: Visit the official website. Step-2: Click on the Registration button. Step-3: Choose the type Individual or Organization. Step-4.1: Under the Individual category provide the following details. - Name as per Aadhaar/Valid Identity Proof. - Date of Birth. - Nominator/Applicant Type. - Mobile No. - Email ID. - Aadhaar Number. Step-4.2: Under Organization category provide the following details. - Type of Organization. - Name of the Authorized Person as per Aadhaar/Valid Identity Proof - Date of Birth. - Brief Description about the Organization (100 Words) - Designation - Mobile No. - Email ID. - Aadhaar Number. Step-5: Submit.
Apply:
Step-1: Visit the official website. Step-2: Click on login button on portal and login using the credentials. Step-3: From the list of awards, select scheme name, then click "Nominate / Apply Now". Step-4: On the next page, fill in all the mandatory fields in the online application form, Step-5: Then click "Submit".
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the National Water Awards?
The National Water Awards are an initiative to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of water resources management, conservation, and sustainability across India.
Who organizes the National Water Awards?
The awards are typically organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, or other relevant government agencies responsible for water resources management.
What types of achievements do the National Water Awards recognize?
The awards recognize achievements in various areas such as water conservation, rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, efficient water use, wastewater treatment and reuse, river rejuvenation, and community-based water management.
Who is eligible to participate in Awards?
Individuals, organizations, institutions, local bodies, NGOs, industries, and government agencies involved in water conservation and management activities in India are eligible to participate.
Can projects/initiatives from all states participate?
Yes, projects/initiatives from all states and union territories of India are eligible to participate in the National Water Awards.
Is there a fee to participate in the National Water Awards?
No, there is usually no participation fee required to enter the National Water Awards.
How many No. of Awardees ?
32
How to apply for visitor’s Award?
Applicant may log on to the official website of Rashtriya Puruskar Portal i.e., https://awards.gov.in/.
What are the Eligibility of the scheme?
Any State, District, Village Panchayat, Urban Local Body, School, College, Institution, Industry, Civil Society, Water User Association and an Individual who has done good work in the field of water conservation and management is eligible to apply.
Who can nominate ?
Self in respect of Best Individual for Excellence, and Secretary/Principal Secretary of concerned State Departments, District Collector/ District Magistrate/ Head of Body, Prinicipal/Head of School/ College, Head of the Institution/ Industry/ Organisation/Association for other categories of awards.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- PowerPoint Presentation of around 6 slides covering the details of work carried out.
- The PowerPoint Presentation be submitted in soft copy (online format) only along with the application.
- Supporting newspaper coverage and photographs, if any, may also be submitted along with the application.