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Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak

The scheme aims to recognize excellent work, promote high professional standards, and boost morale of personnel serving in police forces, security organizations, intelligence units, and forensic science institutions across India.

Authority

Central

Region

None

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Medal awarded to selected officials/officers. | - Certificate (Scroll) signed by the Union Home Minister. | - National recognition through publication in the Gazette of India (except Intelligence cases). | - Recording of additional achievements through Bars for repeated acts.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a member of Police Forces, Security Organizations, Intelligence Wings, or Forensic Science Institutions.; The applicant should demonstrate excellence in Special Operation, Investigation, Intelligence, or Forensic Science.; The applicant should not have any pending judicial proceedings or departmental enquiry.; The applicant should not have received any major penalty in the last 5 years.; The applicant should be recommended by the concerned authority.; The applicant should not be recommended for multiple fields for the same operation.; The applicant should meet specific criteria for the respective field (operation, investigation, intelligence, or forensic work).

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Is there any minimum service requirement?

No, there is no minimum service requirement for eligibility.

Who is eligible for this award?

Personnel from police, security, intelligence, and forensic science organizations are eligible.

What fields are covered under this award?

The award covers Special Operations, Investigation, Intelligence, and Forensic Science.

Who institutes this award?

The award is instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

Can an officer be nominated for multiple fields?

No, an officer can be nominated for only one field per operation.

How are nominations submitted?

Nominations are submitted online through the National Awards Portal, except for intelligence cases.

How are intelligence nominations submitted?

Intelligence nominations are submitted in sealed physical form to the Ministry of Home Affairs.

What is included in the award?

The award includes a medal and a certificate signed by the Union Home Minister.

Can the award be withdrawn?

Yes, the award can be withdrawn in case of misconduct or disciplinary action.

Is there any limit on the number of awards?

Yes, limits vary by category, such as maximum medals in investigation and forensic fields.

Can additional achievements be recognized?

Yes, additional acts can be recognized through Bars added to the medal.

Who selects the awardees?

The Ministry of Home Affairs selects awardees based on recommendations and committee evaluation.