Eligibility
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Membership: Preferably a life member of ANA or ANSI.
- Age Limit: Typically between 58 to 65 years (flexible depending on the award category).
- Professional Background: Must have a formal qualification in Animal Nutrition (Ph.D.).
 Academic and Research Excellence
- Educational Qualifications: Advanced degrees (Ph.D.) in Animal Nutrition.
- Research Publications: Minimum of 10 peer-reviewed publications in reputed journals.
- Citation Index: Consideration of h-index, i10-index, and total citations.
- Innovative Contributions: Development of novel feed formulations, nutritional strategies, or technologies.
Professional Achievements
- Years of Experience: Minimum of 15 years in the field of animal nutrition.
- Positions Held: Leadership roles in academic, research, or industry settings.
- Awards and Recognitions: Previous awards, fellowships, or honors in the field.
Impact on Livestock Sector
- Field Application: Demonstrated success in applying nutrition research to improve livestock productivity.
- Extension Work: Significant contributions to farmer education and outreach programs.
- Policy Contributions: Involvement in national or state-level policy formulation related to animal nutrition.
Industry Collaboration and Innovation
- Collaborations: Partnerships with feed industries, cooperatives, or NGOs.
- Patents/Technologies: Registered patents or commercialized technologies.
- Entrepreneurship: Initiatives that led to startups or commercial ventures in animal nutrition.
Mentorship and Capacity Building
- Student Guidance: Supervision of postgraduate and doctoral students.
- Training Programs: Organization or participation in workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
- Curriculum Development: Contributions to academic curriculum in animal nutrition.
Ethical Standards and Professional Conduct
- Integrity: No record of professional misconduct or ethical violations.
- Peer Recognition: Endorsements or recommendations from peers and institutions.
Nomination and Selection Process
- Nomination: By peers, institutions, or self-nomination with supporting documents.
- Documentation: CV, list of publications, impact statements, and recommendation letters.
- Scoring System: Transparent scoring based on predefined weightage for each criterion.