Sahitya Akademi Award in Assamese Overview
The Sahitya Akademi Award in Assamese recognizes outstanding literary works contributing to Assam’s rich cultural and linguistic heritage. It covers genres such as poetry, novels, short stories, and literary criticism, reflecting regional identity, folklore, and socio-political themes.
List of Sahitya Akademi Award in Assamese Winners (1954-2026)
| Images | Year | Recipient Name | Book Name | Book Category | Language |
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2025 | Devabrat Das | Karhi Khelar Sadhu | Novel | Assamese |
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2024 | Sameer Tanti | Pharingbore Bator Katha Jane | Poetry | Assamese |
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2023 | Pranavjyoti Deka | Dr. Pranavjyoti Dekar Srestha Galpa | Short stories | Assamese |
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2022 | Manoj Kumar Goswami | Bhool Satya | Short stories | Assamese |
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2021 | Anuradha Sharma Pujari | Yat Ekhon Aranya Asil | Novel | Assamese |
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2020 | Apurba Kumar Saikia | Bengsata | Short stories | Assamese |
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2019 | Joyasree Goswami Mahanta | Chanakya | Novel | Assamese |
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2018 | Sananta Tanty | Kaliloir Dintu Amar Hobo | Poetry collection | Assamese |
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2017 | Jayanta Madhab Bora | Moriahola | Novel | Assamese |
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2016 | Jnan Pujari | Maghmalar Bhraman | Poetry collection | Assamese |
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2015 | Kula Saikia | Akashar Chhabi Aru Anyanya Galpa | Short Stories | Assamese |
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2014 | Arupa Kalita Patangia | Mariam Astin Athaba Hira Barua | Short Stories | Assamese |
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2013 | Rabindra Sarkar | Dhuliyori Bharir Sans | Poetry | Assamese |
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2012 | Chandana Goswami | Patkai Epare Mor Des | Novel | Assamese |
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2011 | Kabin Phukan | Aei anuragi aei udas | Poetry | Assamese |
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2010 | Keshada Mahanta | Assamiya Ramayani sahitya:kathabastur atiguri | Article | Assamese |
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2009 | Dhrubajyoti Bora | Katha Ratnakar | Novel | Assamese |
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2008 | Rita Chowdhury | Deo Langkhui | Novel | Assamese |
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2007 | Purabi Bormudoi | Santanukulanandan | Novel | Assamese |
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2006 | Atulananda Goswami | Cheneh Jorir Ganthi | Short stories | Assamese |
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2005 | Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi | Mouna Uth Mukhar Hridoy | Novel | Assamese |
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2004 | Hirendra Nath Dutta | Manuh Anukule | Poetry | Assamese |
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2003 | Bireswar Barua | Anek Manuh Anek Thai Aru Nirjanata | Poetry | Assamese |
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2002 | Nalinidhar Bhattacharyya | Mahat Oitiyya | Prose | Assamese |
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2001 | Mahim Bora | Edhani Mahir Hahi | Novel | Assamese |
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2000 | Apurba Sarma | Baghe Tapur Rati | Short stories | Assamese |
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1999 | Medini Choudhury | Bipponna Samay | Novel | Assamese |
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1998 | Arun Sarma | Asirbadar Rang | Novel | Assamese |
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1997 | Nagen Saikia | Andharat Nijar Mukh | Short stories | Assamese |
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1996 | Nirupama Borgohain | Abhijatri | Novel | Assamese |
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1995 | Chandra Prasad Saikia | Maharathi | Novel | Assamese |
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1994 | Sheelabhadra (Rebati Mohan Dutta Choudhury) | Madhupur Bahudur | Short stories | Assamese |
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1993 | Keshav Mahanta | Mor Je Kiman Hepah | Poetry | Assamese |
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1992 | Hiren Bhattacharyya | Shaichar Pathar Manuh | Poetry | Assamese |
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1991 | Ajit Barua | Brahmaputra Ityadi Padya | Poetry | Assamese |
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1990 | Sneha Devi | Snehadevir Ekuki Galpa | Short stories | Assamese |
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1989 | Hiren Gohain | Asamiya Jatiya Jivanata Mahapurushiya Parampara | Literary criticism | Assamese |
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1988 | Lakshmi Nandan Bora | Patal Bhairavi | Novel | Assamese |
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1987 | Harekrishna Deka | Aan Ejan | Poetry | Assamese |
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1986 | Tirthanath Sarma | Benudhar Sarma | Biography | Assamese |
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1985 | Krishna Kanta Handique | Krishna Kanta Handique Rachna-Sambhar | Literary criticism | Assamese |
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1984 | Debendra Nath Acharya | Jangam | Novel | Assamese |
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1983 | Nirmalprabha Bordoloi | Sudirgha Din Aru Ritu | Poetry | Assamese |
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1982 | Mamoni Roysom Goswami (Indira Goswami) | Mamare Dhara Tarowal Aru Dukhan Upanyasa | Novel | Assamese |
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1981 | Nilamani Phookan (Jr.) | Kabita | Poetry | Assamese |
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1980 | Jogesh Das | Prithibir Axukh | Short stories | Assamese |
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1979 | Bhaben Barua | Sonali Jahaj | Poetry | Assamese |
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1978 | Homen Borgohain | Pita Putra | Novel | Assamese |
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1977 | Anand Chandra Barua | Bakul Banar Kavita | Poetry | Assamese |
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1976 | Bhabendra Nath Saikia | Srinkhal | Short stories | Assamese |
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1975 | Nabakanta Barua | Koka Deutar har | Novel | Assamese |
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1974 | Saurabh Kumar Chaliha | Golam | Short stories | Assamese |
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1972 | Syed Abdul Malik | Aghari Atmar Kahini | Novel | Assamese |
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1970 | Lakshminath Phukan | Mahatmar Pora Rupkonarloi | Reminiscences | Assamese |
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1969 | Atul Chandra Hazarika | Manchalekha | Study of Assamese theatre | Assamese |
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1968 | Nalinibala Devi | Alakananda | Poetry | Assamese |
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1967 | Trailokyanath Goswami | Adhunik Galpa Sahitya | Literary criticism | Assamese |
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1966 | Ambikagiri Raichoudhury | Bedanar Ulka | Poetry | Assamese |
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1964 | Birinchi Kumar Barua | Asamar Loka Sanskriti | Study in folk culture | Assamese |
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1961 | Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya | Iyaruingam | Novel | Assamese |
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1960 | Benudhar Sharma | Kangrechar Kachiyali Ra'dat | Reminiscences | Assamese |
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1955 | Jatindranath Dowara | Bana Phul | Poetry | Assamese |
Frequently Asked Questions
Sahitya Akademi Award is a Literary award. It is given to recognize excellence in Literary field. This award holds importance because it highlights achievements and encourages individuals or organizations to perform better in their respective areas.
Sahitya Akademi Award is awarded for Promotion of Literature. This means the award is given to honor outstanding contributions and achievements in this area. It helps promote talent, dedication, and excellence among individuals or groups involved in this field.
The Sahitya Akademi Award is presented by Goverment of India. The Goverment of India organization or authority is responsible for selecting deserving candidates and maintaining the credibility of the award through a proper evaluation and selection process.
The Sahitya Akademi Award was first awarded in 1954. Since then, it has continued to recognize excellence and honor individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions in their respective fields over the years.
The most recent Sahitya Akademi Award was awarded in 2026. This shows that the award is still relevant and continues to appreciate and recognize achievements in modern times.
The current status of the Sahitya Akademi Award is Continue. This indicates whether the award is still active or has been discontinued, helping users understand its present significance and relevance.
The Sahitya Akademi Award is associated with India. This means the award is either given by this country or primarily recognized within it, making it an important part of its awards and honors system.
