What you get
Award Scheme Summary: | A. Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on knowledge and science based subjects: | - First Prize: ₹2,00,000/-, a certificate and a memento | - Second Prize: ₹1,25,000/-, a certificate and a memento | - Third Prize: ₹75,000/-, a certificate and a memento | B. Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on Forensic Science, Police, Criminology Research and Police Administration | - First Prize: ₹1,50,000/-, a certificate and a memento | - Second Prize: ₹1,00,000/-, a certificate and a memento | C. Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on subjects related to Culture, Religion, Arts and Heritage | - First Prize: ₹1,50,000/-, a certificate and a memento | - Second Prize: ₹1,00,000/-, a certificate and a memento | D. Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi in the field of law | - First Prize: ₹1,50,000/-, a certificate and a memento | - Second Prize: ₹1,00,000/-, a certificate and a memento | Note 01: Copyright on the award-winning book will remain with the Authors/Publishers. | Note 02: Awardees coming from places other than the place fixed for distribution of the award will be given to and fro fare for 2nd AC and daily allowance as per rules of the Government of India. Arrangements for lodging will be made by him/her at his/her own expense.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme "Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar Scheme for Writing Original Book in Hindi" is to encourage writing books originally in Hindi and to promote the Official Language.
What are the categories under which awards are given?
The scheme recognizes excellence in writing across different categories, including: | Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on knowledge and science based subjects. | Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on Forensic Science, Police, Criminology Research and Police Administration. | Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi on subjects related to Culture, Religion, Arts and Heritage. | Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar for writing original book in Hindi in the field of law.
What additional benefits do awardees receive apart from the cash prizes?
Apart from the cash prizes, awardees will be presented with a certificate and a memento to honor their achievement. Additionally, authors/publishers retain the copyright of the award-winning book.
Are there any provisions for travel and accommodation for awardees from distant places?
Yes, awardees traveling from places other than the designated award distribution location will be provided to and fro fare for 2nd AC. They will also receive a daily allowance as per the rules of the Government of India. However, lodging arrangements are to be made by the awardee at their own expense.
Who is eligible to participate for the award?
The author or co-author must be a citizen of India to be eligible for participation for the award.
What genres are considered under the scheme?
- The book should be written on the genres mentioned as follows:- | Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, Biology, Energy, Space Science, Medicine, Chemistry, Information Technology, Management, Psychology etc; Contemporary subjects such as Liberalisation, Globalisation, Consumerism, Human Rights and Pollution etc. | Forensic Science, Police, Criminology Research and Police Administration etc. | Culture, Religion, Arts and Heritage etc. | Subject related to Law
Can a book with multiple authors be submitted?
Yes, in the case of multiple authors, each co-author must fill out the proforma separately to be considered for the award.
Are translated books accepted under the scheme?
No, only original works in Hindi are accepted.
Can a book that has received awards from other government organizations participate?
Books that have received awards from any government organization previously will not be eligible.
What is the acceptable timeframe for books to be considered under the scheme?
Books published between 1st January to 31st December are eligible for consideration under the Scheme.
What types of books are not eligible under the scheme?
Books in the form of a thesis for Ph.D., poems, novels, stories, plays, or textbooks are not eligible under the scheme. The book should be an analytical review of the subject it deals with.
What responsibilities do authors have regarding the content of their books?
The author/co-author will be responsible for facts and figures given in the book and must give references wherever possible as proof.
Can an author receive the award if they have won in the previous three years?
If a person has received a prize under any scheme of Department of Official Language during the preceding three years, his/her entry shall not be considered. However, a co-author, (if any) can participate in the scheme. The co-author will be given the amount proportionately.
What is the minimum page requirement for eligible books?
The books submitted under the scheme should contain a minimum of 100 pages.
What happens if the Evaluation Committee finds none of the submitted books suitable for the award?
If the Evaluation Committee arrives at a conclusion that none of the-books, received as entries, is suitable for the award, decision of the committee in this regard will be considered as final.
How is the award money distributed if a book has multiple authors?
In case the book selected for the award has more than one author, the award money will be divided equally among them.
Is there a requirement for books to have an ISBN to be accepted under the scheme?
Yes, only books with ISBN will be accepted for the award.
How can I apply under the scheme?
Author entry proforma fill it out with accurate details, and submit it along with three copies of the original book and the required documents before the specified deadline.