AI SummaryTeelu Rauteli Award is a state-level honour of Uttarakhand government that recognises women and adolescent girls for outstanding work in social service, sports, education, literature, art, culture and bravery with a cash prize of ₹75,000 and a certificate of appreciation.
The award is given every year on 8 August, the birth anniversary of Veerangana Teelu Rauteli, since 2006. In 2026, the state government has continued this tradition by selecting 13 women, one from each district, and the Chief Minister announced an increase in the prize money from ₹51,000 to ₹75,000 at the state-level ceremony.
Teelu Rauteli Award - Introduction
Teelu Rauteli was a brave woman of the Kumaon region who fought against foreign invaders in the 17th century. Veerangana Teelu Rauteli Award was started in 2006 to keep her memory alive and to encourage the women of Uttarakhand to achieve big in different fields.
The award is handled by the Women Empowerment and Child Development Department of Uttarakhand. Every year, the department invites applications from all 13 districts, a District Level Committee shortlists candidates, and a State Level Committee picks the final names. The award ceremony is held on 8 August.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Teelu Rauteli Award |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Award Started | 2006 |
| Beneficiaries | Women and adolescent girls of Uttarakhand |
| Nodal Department | Women Empowerment and Child Development Department |
| Cash Prize | ₹75,000 (increased from ₹51,000 in August 2026) |
| Award Ceremony | 8 August every year |
| Official Website | wecd.uk.gov.in |
Benefits
Women selected for the award get a cash prize of ₹75,000 along with an official certificate of appreciation from the state government. Earlier the prize was ₹51,000. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the revised amount of ₹75,000 on 8 August 2026 at the award ceremony.
The award is given to one deserving woman or adolescent girl from each of the 13 districts of Uttarakhand. Along with the cash prize, the winners are honoured publicly at a state-level ceremony, which helps their work reach more people and inspires other women to take up similar work.
Eligibility
Any woman or adolescent girl of Uttarakhand who has shown excellence in her field can be considered for this award. The main conditions are given below:
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- Applicant must be a woman or an adolescent girl.
- Applicant must have done notable work in at least one of the fields listed below.
Fields of achievement considered for the award in 2026 include culture, sports, scientific research, environment protection, agriculture, self-employment, social service, women empowerment and welfare of divyang people, along with academic work, literature, music, art and acts of bravery.
Application Process
Applications for the award are invited once a year through a public notice from the Women Empowerment and Child Development Department. In the 2025-26 cycle, the department received 217 applications from all districts and selected 13 women. Follow the steps given below to apply in the next cycle.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website at wecd.uk.gov.in or wecduk.in and check the notices section for the annual application for Teelu Rauteli Award.
STEP 2 - Fill the application form with personal details and select the field of achievement in which you have done notable work.
STEP 3 - Attach the required documents and evidence of your work, then submit the form before the last date mentioned in the notice.
STEP 4 - The District Level Committee reviews the applications and recommends three best names from each district to the state directorate.
STEP 5 - The State Level Committee makes the final selection. The selected names are announced publicly and the winners are honoured by the Chief Minister on 8 August.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready while filling the application form:
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar card or voter ID.
- Age proof certificate.
- Proof of permanent residence in Uttarakhand.
- Bank account details.
- Certificates, news reports or other evidence of your achievements.
- Details of any national or state level award received earlier, if applicable.
Women who need regular financial support can also check the related Tilu Rauteli Special Pension Scheme on this website.
References
Teelu Rauteli Award Shasanadesh 2026 (Official Notice)
Women Empowerment and Child Development Department
Jagran News: Prize money increased to ₹75,000
Amar Ujala News: List of 13 selected women
FAQ's
Who is eligible for Teelu Rauteli Award?
Any woman or adolescent girl who is a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and has done notable work in fields like social service, sports, education, literature, art, culture or bravery can be nominated for the award.
What is the prize money of Teelu Rauteli Award in 2026?
The prize money has been increased from ₹51,000 to ₹75,000. The Chief Minister announced the revised amount on 8 August 2026.
How many women get the award every year?
One deserving woman or adolescent girl is selected from each of the 13 districts, so normally 13 women receive the award every year. In 2026, 13 women were selected.
When and where is the award given?
The award ceremony is held on 8 August, the birth anniversary of Veerangana Teelu Rauteli. In 2026, the ceremony was held in Dehradun at the auditorium on Haridwar Bypass Road.
How can I apply for the award?
Applications are invited once a year through the official website of the Women Empowerment and Child Development Department. Watch the notices section of wecd.uk.gov.in when the annual application opens.