Nominations for the Padma Awards 2026 are now open, last date to apply July 31, 2025

The process for nominations and recommendations for the Padma Awards 2026 has officially begun, with the last date set as July 31, 2025, the government announced on Saturday. These prestigious civilian awards—Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri—recognise



individuals for their exceptional achievements and distinguished service across various fields.

According to an official statement, all nominations and recommendations must be submitted online only through the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal (awards.gov.in).