490 personnel from various states/union territories/CAPFs/CPOs awarded the “Central Home Minister Efficiency Medal” for the year 2026

In recognition of outstanding service and dedication in the field of law and order, the Central Government has announced the conferral of the 'Central Home Minister's Efficiency Award' for the year 2026. This year, a total of 490 personnel selected from across the country will receive this prestigious award. The award is given to professionals who demonstrate exceptional efficiency, discipline, and success during their service.

Under the selection process, personnel from police forces of various states, police officers of Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and those working at the level of Chief Police Officers (CPOs) have been included. This number reflects the government's commitment to encouraging personnel who perform well at all levels of security and law and order. Most of the award recipients have achieved notable success in the resolution of criminal cases, promoted community policing, or enhanced the efficiency of police operations through technical innovations.

The objective of the 'Central Home Minister's Efficiency Award' is not only to honor individuals but also to foster an environment of competition and excellence within the entire police force and security agencies. Through this award, the government aims to convey the message that hard work, integrity, and professional competence are always rewarded. The 490 selected personnel have achieved distinct successes in their respective units, whether in the investigation of heinous crimes, their resolution, or the development of new models for technically superior policing.

State and Union Territory police administrations had submitted lists of their top performers to the Ministry of Home Affairs for this award. Officers and jawans of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) have also played a crucial role in border security, anti-terrorism operations, and curbing criminal activities, for which they have received this honor. Similarly, senior officers working at the Chief Police Officer (CPO) level have made police operations effective through strategic planning and administrative reforms.

This award will inject new energy into the police forces and raise expectations for even better performance in the coming years. This initiative reflects the Central Government's dedication to its duty of keeping India's citizens safe and strengthening law and order. According to available information, the list of these 490 personnel includes individuals serving in key positions in various states, Union Territories, CAPFs, and CPOs, whose tireless efforts have strengthened the country's security system.