National e-Governance Awards Scheme 2025: Recognizing Excellence in Digital Governance

The National e-Governance Awards Scheme 2025

The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions recently issued guidelines for the 28th National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025.

About the National e-Governance Awards Scheme

The National e-Governance Awards is one of the most prestigious and competitive digital governance award schemes in India.

Objective:
The scheme aims to recognize and encourage excellence in the implementation of e-Governance initiatives across the country.

Award Structure:

Gold Award: Includes a trophy, certificate, and ₹10 lakh incentive for the district/organization to use for project implementation or addressing resource gaps.
Silver Award: Includes a trophy, certificate, and ₹5 lakh incentive for similar purposes.
For 2025, a total of 16 awards will be presented, comprising 10 Gold Awards and 6 Silver Awards.

Award Categories

For the 2025 awards, six categories are outlined:

Government Process Re-engineering using technology for digital transformation.
Innovation by Use of AI and other new technologies for citizen-centric services.
Best e-Gov Practices/Innovation in Cyber Security.
Grassroots Initiatives for enhancing service delivery, particularly at the district, ULB, and Gram Panchayat levels.
Replication and Scaling of Successful Projects such as NAeG, Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence, or other awards by Central Ministries.
Digital Transformation through data analytics in digital platforms managed by Central Ministries, States, or UTs.

Key Highlights

Nominations can be submitted online via the portal www.nceg.gov.in starting from January 1, 2025 and will close on February 15, 2025 (by 5 PM).
The guidelines for submission were presented by Secretary DARPG, Shri V. Srinivas, and addressed to senior officials from Central Ministries, State AR and IT departments, and District Collectors/DMs in a hybrid format.
During the launch, insights from the experiences of 3 Gold Awardees from NAeG 2024 were shared.

Importance of the Scheme

The NAeG awards hold national significance as they promote innovation, recognize outstanding achievements, and encourage digital transformation in governance. These efforts aim to bridge gaps in service delivery and enhance public welfare.

Participation Details

The scheme invites entries from:

Central Ministries/Departments
State Governments
District Collectors/DMs
Research Institutions

By acknowledging innovation and effective implementation of e-Governance, the scheme contributes to the modernization and transparency of public service delivery in India.

FAQs

What is the National e-Governance Awards Scheme?

The National e-Governance Awards Scheme recognizes and promotes excellence in implementing e-Governance initiatives across India.

2. Who organizes the National e-Governance Awards?

The awards are organized by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.

3. What is the objective of the National e-Governance Awards Scheme?

The primary objective is to encourage innovation, recognize outstanding e-Governance projects, and promote efficient and citizen-centric service delivery.

4. How many awards will be presented in 2025?

A total of 16 awards will be presented, including 10 Gold Awards and 6 Silver Awards.

5. What do the awardees receive?

Gold Awardees: Trophy, certificate, and ₹10 lakh to support project implementation or address resource gaps.
Silver Awardees: Trophy, certificate, and ₹5 lakh for similar purposes.

6. What are the categories for the 2025 awards?

The awards will be conferred under six categories:
Government Process Re-engineering for Digital Transformation.
Innovation using AI and other technologies for citizen services.
Best e-Governance Practices/Innovation in Cyber Security.
Grassroots Initiatives for improving service delivery.
Replication and Scaling of successful awarded projects.
Digital Transformation using data analytics in governance platforms

7. Who can apply for the awards?

Applications are open to:
Central Ministries/Departments
State Governments
District Collectors/DMs
Research Institutions

8. When and where can nominations be submitted?

Nominations can be submitted online at www.nceg.gov.in from January 1, 2025, to February 15, 2025 (by 5 PM).

9. What is the significance of these awards?

The awards highlight innovation and efficiency in governance, encouraging digital transformation and bridging service delivery gaps.

10. What was the role of DARPG in this initiative?

The Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG) issues guidelines, manages the awards process, and ensures smooth coordination.

11. Who launched the nomination portal for 2025?

The nomination portal was launched by Shri V. Srinivas, Secretary, DARPG.

12. How many categories were included for NAeG 2025 awards?

The scheme has six categories focusing on digital transformation, innovation, and scaling successful projects.

13. What types of projects are encouraged under the scheme?

The scheme emphasizes projects utilizing technology for digital transformation, AI-based citizen services, cybersecurity innovations, and grassroots initiatives.

14. Why are these awards considered prestigious?

They are among the most competitive digital governance awards in India, highlighting outstanding contributions to public service innovation and excellence.

15. Who can benefit from the incentive money awarded?

The incentive money is utilized by the winning district or organization for project implementation or addressing resource gaps in public welfare.

16. Can past award-winning projects participate?

Yes, replication and scaling of successful projects from past award schemes, such as NAeG and Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence, are eligible.

17. What is the timeline for the 2025 awards?

Nomination start date: January 1, 2025
Nomination deadline: February 15, 2025 (by 5 PM)