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TEACHER'S AWARDS

In a world where education shapes futures, we recognize the invaluable role of dedicated educators. Their passion and hard work not only elevate school standards but also profoundly impact the lives of their students, fostering growth and inspiration.

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  • National Award to Teachers e-books
  • Year wise Awardee Teachers
  • National & International Awards
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PROCEDURE

NATIONAL

TEACHER'S AWARDS

  • All the applications would be received through an online web portal.
  • Ministry of Education would ensure coordination with States/UTs regarding timely submission / entry into the portal and resolution of technical and operational issues during data entry into portal through the portal development agency.
  • Ministry of Education will bear the entire expenditure for development and maintenance of the portal.
  • In case of State/UTs, teachers and heads of schools themselves shall apply directly by filling the application form online through the web portal before the prescribed cut-off date.
  • Every applicant shall submit a portfolio, online along with the Entry Form. The portfolio shall include relevant supporting material such as documents, tools, reports of activities, field visits, photographs, audios or videos etc.
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SELECTION OF TEACHERS

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TEACHER'S AWARDS

  • Objective criteria: Teachers will be evaluated based on the evaluation matrix given at Annexure-I. Evaluation matrix contains two types of criteria for evaluation:
  • Criteria based on performance: Under this the teachers will be awarded marks against each of the objective criteria. These criteria are given the weightage of 10 out of 100.
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ELIGIBILITY

NATIONAL

TEACHER'S AWARDS

  • School teachers and Heads of Schools working in recognized primary / middle / high / higher secondary schools under the following categories:
  • Schools run by State Govt./UTs Administration, schools run by local bodies, schools aided by State Govt. and UT Administration and Private schools affiliated to State/UTs Board.
  • Central Govt. Schools i.e. Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), Sainik Schools run by Ministry of Defence (MoD), Schools run by Atomic Energy Education Society (AEES) and Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) run by Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
  • Schools affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) (other than those at (a) and (b) above)
  • Schools affiliated to Council for Indian Schools Certificate Examination (CISCE) (Other than those at (a), (b) and (c) above)
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Timeline

15th June to 10th July, 2026

Web-portal opened for teachers’ online self-nomination

In the middle of July, 2026

Constitution of Independent National Jury by Hon'ble Union Education Minister

22nd July to 29th July, 2026

State Selection Committee / Organization Selection Committee shortlist to be forwarded to Independent National Jury through online portal

3rd August to 7th August, 2026

Selection process by Jury through VC interaction as may be decided

10th August to 20th August, 2026

Intimation to selected candidates after approval of Hon’ble Union Education Minister
STEP 01
STEP 03
STEP 05
STEP 07
STEP 09
STEP 02
STEP 04
STEP 06
STEP 08
STEP 10

13th July, 2026

Date of final submission of self-nomination by teachers

14th July to 21st July, 2026

District/Regional Committee shortlists teachers and forwards online to State/Organization Committee

30th to 31st July, 2026

Intimation to all the shortlisted candidates (154 Max) for selection by Jury through VC interaction as may be decided

8th August, 2026

Finalization of names by Independent National Jury

4th & 5th September, 2026

Rehearsal and Award Ceremony

15th June to 10th July, 2026

Opening of web-portal for registration of inviting online self-nomination by teachers

In the middle of July, 2026

Constitution of Independent National Jury by Hon'ble Union Education Minister

22nd July to 29th July, 2026

State Selection Committee / Organization Selection Committee shortlist to be forwarded to Independent National Jury through online portal

3rd August to 7th August, 2026

Selection process by Jury through VC interaction as may be decided

10th August to 20th August, 2026

Intimation to selected candidates after approval of Hon’ble Union Education Minister
STEP 01
STEP 03
STEP 05
STEP 07
STEP 09
STEP 02
STEP 04
STEP 06
STEP 08
STEP 10

13th July, 2026

Date of final submission of self-nomination by teachers

14th July to 21st July, 2026

District / Regional Selection Committee and forwarding the shortlist to the State / Organization Selection Committee

30th to 31st July, 2026

Intimation to all the shortlisted candidates (154 Max) for selection by Jury through VC interaction as may be decided

8th August, 2026

Finalization of names by Independent National Jury

4th & 5th September, 2026

Rehearsal and Award Ceremony

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This Award program is designed to honour and celebrate the unique contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country who through their commitment have enriched the lives of their students and improved the quality of school education.

Instituted in 1958, the NATIONAL TEACHERS' AWARDS are given away by The President of India (or) The Vice President of India on 5th September (Teacher's Day) every year to give public recognition to meritorious teachers working in primary, middle and secondary schools. The NAT is being executed under the overall supervision of the Ministry of Education (MOE).

This Award was first instituted in the year 1958 to felicitate remarkable teachers and head masters in their quest to improve the quality of school education and enrich their students’ learning experiences.


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