National Film Award Jury - 2017

Priyadarshan was the chairman of the jury for the 64th National Film Awards

Golden Globe Nomination - 2016

Sila Samayangalil officially screened for Hollywood Foreign press association (HFPA ) - 74th Golden Globes at Los Angeles

P.A. Bakhar Foundation Award - 2013

Director of the year

Asianet Film Award - 2013

Contribution to Indian Cinema Award - Life achievement

Civil Honors - 2012

Padma Shri - The government of India honoured him for his contribution towards Arts

Jay Cey Foundation Award - 2012

Best Director of the year

Jai Hind Film Awards - 2011

Best Director of the year

Zenith Asia Honor - 2011

by Asian Film Festival, Pune

Jaihind Rajat Mudra Award - 2010

V. Shantaram Award - 2009

Best Director - contribution to Indian cinema

Indian Panorama - 2009

Special Honour Jury Award - 2009

Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema