Banaras Lit Fest · 5th Edition

Gomti Devi Eminence Award 2027

Honouring outstanding individuals and institutions whose work makes a difference.

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Applications close on 15 December 2026 · No fee

Illustration of a woman in a sari holding a scroll and a gear, standing on a pedestal with an open book, beside the ghats of Varanasi

₹21,000

With Trophy, Medal, Citation and Stole

₹51,000

Special Excellence Honour

About the award

For work with real, lasting impact

The Gomti Devi Eminence Award recognises people and organisations with a proven record of making a difference in their field and their community.

Presented at the 5th edition of Banaras Lit Fest, it spans seven fields of excellence, from education and the sciences to public service, sport and a lifetime of achievement.

Award categories

Seven fields of excellence

Education, Literature, Arts & Culture

Science, Technology, Engineering & Medicine (STEM)

Business & Entrepreneurship

Public Service & Social Work

Sports, Yoga & Healthy Living

Empowerment of Women, Persons with Disabilities & Marginalised Groups

Lifetime Achievement

Key dates

From application to award

Registration

1 Nov – 15 Dec 2026
Open now
Announcement

9 January 2027
Award Date

7 February 2027

At Banaras Lit Fest, Varanasi

How to apply

Apply online in three steps

Fill in the form

Tell us about yourself or your institution and choose the field that best fits your work.
Show your impact

Describe your contribution and add your CV, certificates or evidence of impact.
Get your reference number

You receive an application reference number on screen and by email.

Read the Rules & Apply

Venue

Hotel Taj Ganges

Nadesar, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

For information & applications

Know someone whose work makes a difference?

Applications close on 15 December 2026. There is no fee to apply.

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