Sukhatme National Award in Statistics Latest News
Recently, nominations have been invited online for Sukhatme National Award in Statistics – 2026 through the National Awards Portal.
About Sukhatme National Award in Statistics
- It has been instituted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation in the memory of Prof. P.V. Sukhatme.
- It is given to the senior Indian Statisticians for their lifetime contributions and achievements in the field of Statistics.
- It recognizes the exceptional/ outstanding contribution made by the individuals in terms of high-quality research work, to improve the system of official statistics.
- This prestigious award is given in alternate years since the year 2000.
- The Award carries a citation, shawl and memento
- Eligibility: It is given to eminent Indian Statisticians of the age 45 years and above for their Lifetime Contributions and Achievements in the field of Statistics.
- Nomination: The eligible candidates can nominate themselves or the names can also be proposed by institution.
- Award Presentation: The Award will be presented during Statistics Day function on 29th June.
- Posthumous Cases: If the person proposed to be honoured, has passed away recently (say within a year), the award may be given posthumously.
Source: PIB
Last updated on August, 2026
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