1935
- Got recognition as bangla folk and light classical singer in Allahabad Sangeet Sammelan.

1954
- Filmfare Award : Best Music Director for Taxi Driver

1958
- Sangeet Natak Academy : Best Music Director for Pyaasa

1969
- National Award : Best Playback Singer for Aradhana

1972
- Padmashree

- National Award : Best Music Director for Zindagi Zindagi

1973
- Filmfare Award : Best Music Director for Abhimaan