The award is conferred on people to honour the legacy of Indian independence activist, Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
The award was constituted by Tilak Smarak Mandir Trust in 1983.
It is given to people who have worked for the progress and development of the nation and whose contribution can only be looked upon as remarkable and extraordinary.
The award is presented every year on August 1, which is the death anniversary of Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
Last year, the Lokmanya Tilak National Award was conferred upon senior scientist Tessy Thomas, popularly known as India's "missile woman."