You are 'to be congratulated' [=you should be congratulated; you deserve praise] on/for your excellent work.
She 'congratulated' herself for getting the best grade in her class.
I'd like to 'congratulate' you on/for your success.
(..) - Hi, Penny. - Hi, Penny. Hi, guys. Hello, Mom. Sorry, I meant to call, but... I just wanted to congratulate you on stealing the pyramid. That was you, wasn't it? Or was it a villain who's actually successful? Just so you know, Mom, (..)2010 Despicable Me