Nominees must be under 45 years of age as of January 1, 2021 (born on or after January 2, 1976).

The award includes a medal and a cash prize of ₹50,000.

Significant contributions, the impact of contributions, specific contributions, a complete list of publications, TEN BEST publications, and reprints of five important publications.

No, only e-files of the reprints are accepted. All submissions should be via email.

Yes, but a fresh nomination must be submitted according to the current criteria and guidelines.

Nominations can be made by Heads of Academic & Research Institutions, Vice-Chancellors, Deans of Universities, Fellows of Indian Academies of Science and Engineering, and past recipients of the award.

The subject line should be 'Nomination for The Buti Foundation Award'.

The impact is evaluated based on the significance of the nominee’s contributions to the Plasma Science & Technology field.

The proforma can be downloaded from the PRL website under National Awards --> Buti Foundation Award.

Nominations should be emailed to the Director, PRL at DIRECTOR@PRL.RES.IN with the required document.