Deadline: 10-Aug-2026
The Sarabhai Arogya Drishti Gaurav Award is inviting applications from individuals who have made significant contributions to strengthening India’s life sciences research and innovation ecosystem. The award recognises leaders who have advanced scientific progress through policy development, institution building, research infrastructure, funding initiatives, partnerships, and ecosystem development.
About the Sarabhai Arogya Drishti Gaurav Award
The Sarabhai Arogya Drishti Gaurav Award celebrates individuals who have played a transformative role in developing India’s life sciences ecosystem.
The award recognises scientific ecosystem leaders whose efforts have enabled research advancement, innovation, institutional growth, and stronger collaboration across the life sciences sector.
The recognition focuses on individuals who have contributed beyond their own research work by building systems, creating opportunities, and strengthening the broader scientific community.
Award Objectives
The award aims to:
- Recognise leadership in life sciences ecosystem development.
- Celebrate individuals advancing scientific innovation in India.
- Highlight contributions to research infrastructure and institutional strengthening.
- Promote recognition of policy and strategic leadership.
- Acknowledge efforts that create measurable national, regional, or sectoral impact.
Focus Areas
The award recognises contributions in areas including:
- Scientific ecosystem leadership.
- Research advancement.
- Policy development.
- Institution building.
- Research infrastructure creation.
- Scientific funding initiatives.
- Industry-academia partnerships.
- Innovation ecosystem development.
- Strategic collaborations.
- Life sciences sector growth.
Who Can Apply?
The award is open to:
- Individuals only
Institutions, organisations, companies, or research bodies are not eligible to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate:
- A documented role in strengthening India’s life sciences ecosystem.
- Evidence of leadership in research, innovation, policy, or institutional development.
- Verifiable contributions with measurable impact.
- National, regional, or sector-level influence.
- Strong evidence of ecosystem-building activities.
Eligible contributions may include:
- Establishing scientific institutions or platforms.
- Creating research and innovation networks.
- Developing policies supporting scientific advancement.
- Improving research infrastructure.
- Supporting funding mechanisms.
- Building partnerships across sectors.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed through an independent evaluation process.
The selection process includes:
- Assessment by an expert jury.
- Transparent evaluation procedures.
- Review of applicants’ documented contributions and impact.
Grant Thornton Bharat serves as the process advisor for the award.
The organisers have stated that:
- The jury operates independently.
- Funders and organisers do not influence selection decisions.
- The jury’s decision will be final.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Sarabhai Arogya Drishti Gaurav Award?
It is an award recognising individuals who have strengthened India’s life sciences research and innovation ecosystem through scientific leadership and ecosystem development.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only individuals are eligible. Institutions and organisations cannot apply.
What type of contributions are recognised?
The award recognises leadership in areas such as:
- Scientific policy.
- Research infrastructure.
- Institution building.
- Funding support.
- Partnerships.
- Innovation ecosystem development.
Do applicants need research achievements?
Applicants should demonstrate contributions to life sciences advancement through ecosystem leadership, innovation support, policy development, or institutional strengthening.
What evidence should applicants provide?
Applicants should provide documented and verifiable evidence showing:
- Their leadership role.
- The initiatives they supported.
- Measurable outcomes.
- National, regional, or sector-level impact.
Can organisations nominate individuals?
The opportunity is focused on individuals. Applicants should follow the official nomination guidelines for submission requirements.
Who evaluates the applications?
Applications are assessed by an independent expert jury, with Grant Thornton Bharat supporting the evaluation process.
Can the jury decision be challenged?
No. According to the organisers, all decisions made by the jury are final.
Conclusion
The Sarabhai Arogya Drishti Gaurav Award provides recognition to individuals who have played a crucial role in strengthening India’s life sciences ecosystem. By celebrating leaders in policy, research infrastructure, partnerships, and innovation development, the award highlights the importance of ecosystem-building efforts that accelerate scientific progress and healthcare innovation.
For more information, visit FICCI.