National Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Creative Art
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Vayoshreshtha Samman: Creative Art award is a national recognition program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to honor senior citizens who have achieved acclaim in arts and culture. This award celebrates artists, musicians, dancers, writers, painters, and performers who have made significant contributions to literature, theatre, cinema, music, dance, visual arts, and other creative fields. The scheme recognizes those who continue to remain active and dedicated to their artistic pursuits well into their senior years.
What You Get
- National recognition and honor for artistic contributions
- Prestige and social acknowledgment for creative excellence
- Award certificate from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Opportunity to be featured in national records of distinguished senior artists
Who Can Apply
- Age: 60–100 years
- Must be a senior citizen (age 60 years and above)
- Must have achieved national or international acclaim in creative arts
- Must have demonstrated significant contribution to fields such as literature, theatre, cinema, music, dance, painting, sculpture, or photography
- Must continue to be actively involved and practicing in their chosen artistic field
- Indian citizen
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Age Proof Certificate
- 3. Resume/CV of Work
- 4. Certificates of Awards/Recognition
- 5. Portfolio of Artistic Work
- 6. Letters of Recommendation
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 60–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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