Government invites Applications Invited for National Teachers Awards 2026
New Delhi, June 25 (TNT): The Department of School Education and Literacy under the Union Ministry of Education has invited online applications and nominations for the National Teachers Awards 2026.
The awards aim to recognise the outstanding contributions of teachers in improving the quality of school education and promoting the holistic development of students across the country.
According to the Ministry, eligible teachers serving in schools run by the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territory Administrations, local bodies, as well as aided and private schools affiliated with recognised education boards, may apply subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Applications and nominations can be submitted through the National Awards Portal from June 15 to July 10, 2026.
The Ministry said detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, evaluation procedures and timelines are available on the portal.
The National Teachers Awards are presented annually to honour teachers who have demonstrated excellence, innovation, dedication and commitment in the field of school education.
Interested applicants can submit their applications and obtain further details through the National Awards Portal :: https://nationalawardstoteachers.education.gov.in/Login.aspx.
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