India, June 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
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Activity
Timeline
Opening of web portal for inviting online self-
15 June - 10 July 2026
Final submission of self-nominations by
11 - 13 July 2026
Constitution of Independent National Jury
Mid - July 2026
Shortlisting by District/Regional Selection
14 - 21 July 2026
Shortlisting by State/Organization Selection
22 - 29 July 2026
Intimation to shortlisted candidates for
30 - 31 July 2026
Selection process by Independent National
3 - 7 August 2026
Finalization of recommendations by Jury
8th August 26
Intimation to selected awardees after
10 - 20 August 2026
Rehearsal and Award Ceremony
4 & 5 September 2026
nominations by teachers
teachers
Committees
Committees
interaction with Jury
Jury
approval of Hon'ble Education Minister
The Department of School Education & Literacy, Union Ministry of Education, has invited online applications and nominations for the National Teachers Awards 2026.
The Awards seek to recognize the outstanding contribution of teachers towards improving the quality of school education and promoting the holistic development of students. Eligible teachers serving in schools run by the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territory Administrations, local bodies, and in aided and private schools affiliated with recognized Boards, may apply, subject to the provisions contained in these Guidelines.
Applications and nominations may be submitted through the National Awards Portal from 15th June, 2026 to 10th July, 2026. The detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, evaluation process and timelines are available on the Portal.
The National Teachers Awards are conferred annually to honour teachers who have demonstrated excellence, innovation and commitment in the field of school education.
For further details, applicants may visit : https://nationalawardstoteachers.education.gov.in/Login.aspx.
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