The deadline for submitting nominations for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP)-2026 has been extended to August 15, District Child Protection Officer K. Harikrishna said on Saturday.The earlier deadline was July 31. Indian children aged above five years and not older than 18 as on July 31, 2026, are eligible, he said.The awards recognise children for outstanding achievements in bravery, social service, environmental protection, sports, arts and culture, and science and technology. Eligible children can submit self-nominations or be recommended by others. Nominations will be accepted only through the National Awards Portal, awards.gov.in, Mr. Harikrishna said. Published - August 09, 2026 10:25 pm IST