Assam Ratna

Assam Ratna, also spelled Asom Ratna (অসম ৰত্ন) is the highest civilian award in the State of Assam, India. It is being conferred for outstanding contribution in literature, art and culture and social service. The award is offered by the Government of Assam. It was started in 2009 and Dr. Bhupen Hazarika was first awardee. Famous Indian scientist from Assam Dr. Jitendranath Goswami who got Assam Ratna for 2015 is last awardee. The award carries a cash prize of ₹300,000, a plaque and a shawl.

Assam Ratna অসম ৰত্ন
Civilian award for contributions in literature, art and culture and social service
Sponsored by	Government of Assam
Reward	₹300,000
First award	2009
Final award	2015
Highlights
Total awarded	3
First winner	Dr. Bhupen Hazarika
Last winner	Dr. Jitendranath Goswami

Recipients

Seriel No	Name	Year	Field	Image
1.	Dr Bhupen Hazarika[1]	2009	Arts
2.	Dr. Mamoni Raisom Goswami[2]	2010	Literature
3.	Dr. Jitendra Nath Goswami[3]	2015	Science and Technology