The PRL Award was established by the late Prof. Devendra Lal, the former director of the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL). It is awarded every two years to outstanding Indian scientists who have made path-breaking contributions to the study of Earth and planetary systems. This includes specialist fields such as meteorology, oceanography, and atmospheric sciences.
The award comprises a cash prize of ₹50,000 and a medal to honor excellence in scientific research.
Discipline Areas
- Earth and Planetary Systems
- Oceanography
- Atmospheric Sciences
- Meteorology
Benefits
- Cash Prize: ₹50,000/-
- Medal recognizing scientific achievement
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- The applicant must be a scientist with significant contributions in relevant fields.
- The applicant should be below 45 years of age as of 1st January 2021 (i.e., born on or after 2nd January 1976).
- The applicant’s work must contribute to areas related to Earth and Planetary Systems, Oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences, or Meteorology.
Application Process
Online Application Steps:
- Visit the PRL website and navigate to the “Opportunities” section.
- Click on “Awards Administered by PRL” and select the “PRL Award” scheme.
- Download the prescribed application form from the website.
- Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Submit the nomination via email to the Director at: [email protected]
- Use the subject line: “Nomination for The PRL Award”.
Documents Required
- Summary of Significant Contributions (2-page document).
- Impact Statement detailing the impact of the nominee’s contributions.
- Justification for Specific Contributions explaining why the nominee deserves the award.
- Complete List of Publications.
- Ten Best Publications (with a focus on the last five years).
- Five Key Publications in e-file format.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the PRL Award?
The Physical Research Laboratory established the PRL Award every two years to recognize exceptional work in the Earth and Planetary Sciences. - Who can receive the award?
Eligible are Indian scientists under 45 who have made significant contributions to oceanography, meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or Earth and Planetary Systems. - What prize does the award carry?
The award carries a medal and a cash prize of ₹50,000. - What fields of studies are included by the award?
Earth and Planetary Systems, Oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences, and Meteorology studies are covered by the grant. - Who is eligible to make a nomination?
Nominations may be presented by organizations or qualified persons familiar with the nominee’s work. - Can past nominees be re-nominated?
Yes. As long as they meet the criteria, past nominees can be renominated. - Does the nomination follow a set format?
The prescribed format available on the PRL website is mandatory for the submission of nominations. - How are award winners selected?
Award winners are selected through an expert committee consisting of those nominated based on their scientific merit and impact of contribution. - Are there any limitations regarding the number of nominations to be made?
No, an individual or an institution can make nominations without any numbers.
Sources and References
- PRL Guidelines
- Official Website: https://www.prl.res.in