Deadline: 30-Sep-2026
The Ministry of Home Affairs Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards honour individuals who save human lives during emergencies such as accidents, drowning, fires, electrocution, natural disasters, and rescue operations. The awards are presented in three categories based on the level of courage and risk involved.
The awards include a medal, certificate signed by the Union Home Minister, and monetary assistance ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh. Citizens from all walks of life, including police and armed forces personnel, are eligible, and the awards may also be conferred posthumously.
What Are the Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards?
The Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards recognize acts of bravery and courage in saving human life under dangerous circumstances.
The awards cover rescue acts during:
- Drowning incidents
- Fire emergencies
- Road or industrial accidents
- Electrocution cases
- Natural calamities
- Mine rescue operations
- Other life-saving situations
Award Categories
Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak
Awarded for:
- Conspicuous courage
- Saving life under very great danger to the rescuer
Prize amount:
- ₹2,00,000
Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak
Awarded for:
- Courage and prompt action
- Saving life under great danger
Prize amount:
- ₹1,50,000
Jeevan Raksha Padak
Awarded for:
- Courage and promptitude
- Saving life involving grave bodily injury risk
Prize amount:
- ₹1,00,000
Award Benefits
Recipients receive:
- A medallion
- Certificate signed by the Union Home Minister
- Small-size replica of the medal
- Lump-sum monetary allowance
Important note:
- No additional travel or government concessions are provided.
- Miniature medals are not awarded in posthumous cases.
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible persons include:
- Citizens from all walks of life
- Men and women
- Police personnel
- Members of Central Armed Police Forces
- Central Police Organisations
- Other security personnel showing exceptional bravery
The awards may also be awarded posthumously.
Time Limit for Recommendations
Recommendations are considered only within:
- Two calendar years from the date of the act
For the 2025 awards:
- Acts performed before 1 October 2023 will not be considered.
How to Apply or Recommend a Candidate
- Identify the life-saving act and collect supporting evidence.
- Prepare recommendation documents with incident details.
- Include witness statements and official reports if available.
- Submit recommendations through the concerned State Government, Union Territory, or Department.
- Ensure submission within the eligible time period.
FAQ
What are the Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards?
These are national awards recognizing bravery in saving human lives during dangerous situations.
Who can receive the award?
Any person, including civilians, police personnel, and armed forces members, may receive the award.
Can the award be given posthumously?
Yes. The awards may be conferred posthumously.
What is the prize money?
- Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak: ₹2 lakh
- Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak: ₹1.5 lakh
- Jeevan Raksha Padak: ₹1 lakh
Are there additional government benefits?
No. Only the one-time monetary assistance, medal, and certificate are provided.
Conclusion
The Jeevan Raksha Padak Awards celebrate extraordinary courage and selfless acts of saving lives during dangerous emergencies. The awards recognize civilians and security personnel who risk their own safety to protect others and promote the values of bravery, humanity, and public service in India.
For more information, visit Ministry of Home Affairs.