The Department of Biochemistry started an award for meritorious students of the Department in year 2015. A cash prize of INR 5,000 as well as certificate along with the medal is given to the final year student. This award not only acknowledges their hard work throughout their graduation time, but also boosts their morale to succeed in life to achieve their goals. One of the retired faculty members of the Department, Dr. Mira Kushal, kindly donated the monetary fund to support this award in name of her parents, Late Smt. Nirmal and Sh Gian Parkash Sud.