National Awards for e-Governance

Description
The “National Awards for e-Governance NAeG ” scheme has been implemented by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India. The scheme aims to recognize excellence in e-Governance initiatives and promote innovation, transparency, and efficiency in public service delivery. Objectives of the Scheme - To recognize achievements in e-Governance implementation. - To disseminate knowledge on effective and sustainable digital governance practices. - To encourage innovation using technology in public service delivery. - To promote exchange of best practices and problem-solving approaches in governance.

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Benefits
• Award Components
• Gold Award:
• Trophy and certificate
• ₹10,00,000 incentive to the organization
• Certificates for up to 4 team members
• Silver Award:
• Trophy and certificate
• ₹5,00,000 incentive to the organization
• Certificates for up to 4 team members
• Additional Benefits
• National-level recognition for innovative projects.
• Promotion of best practices and replication opportunities.
• Encouragement for digital transformation and innovation.
• Improved visibility and credibility of institutions.
• Mode of Disbursement
• The incentive amount is released to the awarded organization for project implementation or public welfare improvements.
• The award is non-recurring and provided once per award cycle.
• The incentive is provided after final selection and award announcement.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a central ministry or department, state or union territory government, district, or urban local body.
2. The applicant should be an academic institution, research organization, or startup (as per the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade definition).
3. The applicant should have implemented an e-governance project using information and communication technology.
4. The applicant should ensure that the project was launched between 01.10.2023 and 30.09.2025.
5. The applicant should ensure that the project is fully operational as on 01.12.2025.
6. The applicant should submit only one project under one category.
7. The applicant should ensure that the project demonstrates innovation, efficiency, transparency, and citizen-centric service delivery.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 01: The applicant should visit the official National e-Governance portal (NCEG portal).
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Step 01: The applicant should visit the official National e-Governance portal (NCEG portal).

Step 2: Step 02: The applicant should register the organization using valid credentials and email ID.
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Step 02: The applicant should register the organization using valid credentials and email ID.

Step 3: Step 03: The applicant should log in using the registered username and password.
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Step 03: The applicant should log in using the registered username and password.

Step 4: Step 04: The applicant should select the appropriate award category.
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Step 04: The applicant should select the appropriate award category.

Step 5: Step 05: The applicant should fill in the online application form with project details.
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Step 05: The applicant should fill in the online application form with project details.

Step 6: Step 06: The applicant should upload required documents including the self-certification form.
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Step 06: The applicant should upload required documents including the self-certification form.

Step 7: Step 07: The application undergoes screening, evaluation, spot verification, and jury presentation stages.
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Step 07: The application undergoes screening, evaluation, spot verification, and jury presentation stages.

Step 8: Step 08: Final awards are announced after evaluation and approval by the competent authority.
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NOTE: The applicant should submit the application online before the deadline.

Required Documents
• Project Proposal Document with Detailed Description
• Self-certification Form (Format I For Government Organizations Or Format II For Non-Government Organizations)
• Proof Of Project Implementation & Operational Status
• Details of Team Members (Maximum 3 Members Along with Project Head)
• Supporting Documents Demonstrating Impact & Outcomes
• Organization Registration Details & Email Id
• Presentation Materials (If Shortlisted for Jury Stage)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which department implements the scheme?
A: The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India.
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Q: Who can apply for the awards?
A: Government departments, states, districts, academic institutions, and eligible startups.
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Q: Is the award recurring?
A: No, it is a one-time recognition.
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Q: Can individuals apply for the scheme?
A: No, individual or self-nominations are not allowed.
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Q: What is the project eligibility period?
A: Projects launched between 01.10.2023 and 30.09.2025 are eligible.
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Q: When should the project be operational?
A: The project must be operational by 01.12.2025.
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Q: How many categories are there in the awards?
A: There are 7 categories for the awards.
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Q: How many total awards are given?
A: A total of 16 awards are given.
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Q: What are the evaluation criteria?
A: Innovation, efficiency, transparency, and use of technology.
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Q: What is the mode of application?
A: Applications are submitted online only through the NCEG portal.
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Q: Can one project be submitted in multiple categories?
A: No, a project can be submitted in only one category.
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Q: What happens after shortlisting?
A: The project is evaluated through spot study and jury presentation.
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Q: What is required after project completion or selection?
A: The organization must present and validate the project before final award selection.
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