New Delhi, Nov 21 (KNN) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has extended the last date till November 22, 2018 for filing nominations for the National Entrepreneurship Awards 2018 (NEA2018).

NEA 2018 is being held for the third year to recognise and honour Young Entrepreneurs and committed Ecosystem Builders for their outstanding efforts in the field of entrepreneurship development. The purpose of this Award is to catalyse a cultural shift in youth for entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneurs below the age of 40 years can be nominated for Awards in three different investment categories - Rs 1 Lakh, Rs 10 Lakh and Rs 1 Crore. A high profile award ceremony will be held in the third week of December 2018.

Additionally, individuals and organizations who have contributed meaningfully to promote entrepreneurship in the country will also be recognized for their outstanding efforts in four different areas.

The nominations have been invited from entrepreneurs from sectors such as Textile, textile article, leather goods, handicrafts, renewable energy, pharma, hospitality, tourism and travel etc. There will also be a special category award for Women Entrepreneur, SC/ ST Category entrepreneur, Entrepreneur from PwD category and entrepreneur from difficult areas.

A total of 43 awards will be given to young achievers below the age of 40 years and their ecosystem builders across sectors, geographies and socio-economic background through the process of nomination.

The nominations can be done through www.neas.gov.in.

The candidates will be mobilized through nomination, and undergo a three-level rigorous evaluation process, wherein, in the last step the National Jury of eminent persons will select the winner. (KNN Bureau)