Recognized in promoting hockey as a sport both nationally as well as on the international platform, Hockey India announced first ever ‘Hockey India Annual Awards’ for the players. The coveted awards commenced from the year 2014..

Known in the sports arena for their contribution towards hockey and working dedicatedly towards the betterment of the sport as well as motivating its players in each category, Hockey India will now be seen identifying and recognizing the efforts of all those who have dedicated their lives to the sport - be it players, umpires, technical officials, or even our legends from the past..

List of Awards –

Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award – Rs.30,00,000/-

Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Men) – Rs.25,00,000/-

Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Women) – Rs.25,00,000/-

Jugraj Singh Award for Upcoming Player of the Year (Men – Under 21) – Rs.10,00,000/-

Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year (Women – Under 21) – Rs.10,00,000/-

Baljit Singh Award for Goalkeeper of the Year – Rs.5,00,000/-

Pargat Singh Award for Defender of the Year – Rs.5,00,000/-

Ajit Pal Singh Award for Midfielder of the Year – Rs.5,00,000/-

Dhanraj Pillay Award for Forward of the Year – Rs.5,00,000/-

Jaman Lal Sharma Award for Invaluable Contribution – Rs.5,00,000/-

Hockey India President Award for Outstanding Achievement – Rs.5,00,000/-

Hockey India President Award for Umpire/Umpire Manager - Rs.2,50,000/-

Hockey India President Award for Technical Official - Rs.2,50,000/-

Each award will consist of a glittering trophy, certificate and cash award.