The Government of India has started the nomination process for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2026. The award is one of the country’s highest honors for children and is presented by the president of India to recognize outstanding achievements in various fields.Eligible candidates can submit their nominations through the official Rashtriya Puraskar Portal at awards.gov.in. The last date to apply is July 31, 2026.
Who can ask?
Children aged 5 to 18 are eligible to apply for the award.Candidates can be submitted by:
- Parents or guardians
- Masters
- Institutions or organizations
- Each individual
- The child through self-nomination
award categories
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is presented in the following six categories:
- Courage
- social service
- Environment
- Sports
- Art and Culture
- Science and Technology
The award recognizes children who have made outstanding contributions and created a positive impact in these fields.
How to apply for PMRBP 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their nomination:
- Visit the officer
Rashtriya Puraskar Portal at awards.gov.in. - Log in using the required credentials.
- Enter the required details like applicant name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, mobile number and email ID.
- Select “Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026” in the Ongoing Nominations section.
- Click on “Apply Now”.
- Choose the appropriate award category.
- Choose whether the nomination is for yourself or another child.
- Review the details, submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents required
While submitting the application, candidates must provide:
- Details of the applicant
- An essay of up to 1,000 words explaining the achievement and its impact
- Supporting documents, where applicable
- A recent photograph in JPG, JPEG or PNG format
Applicants can save their forms as drafts and edit them before final submission.
Why is this award important?
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is a prestigious national honor that recognizes children for their outstanding achievements and contributions to society. It is a lifetime recognition that gives young achievers the opportunity to be honored at the national level.The Ministry of Women and Child Development has encouraged parents, teachers, guardians and institutions to nominate deserving children so that their achievements receive national recognition.
