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National Awards to Teachers 2026 (Higher Educational Institutions and Polytechnics)

A national-level institutional award scheme launched to recognize and honor excellence in teaching, innovation, research, mentorship, and nation-building through higher education. The award is open to two distinct streams: Category - I for colleges, universities, and higher educational institutions, and Category - II for polytechnics across India. Nominations are accepted via self-nominations or through recommendations by academic peers and institutional heads to celebrate outstanding contributions to the academic ecosystem.

Eligibility: Must be a regular faculty member serving in a recognized college, university, higher educational institution, or polytechnic in India. Applicants must have a minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience at the Undergraduate and/or Postgraduate level. Nominees should NOT be above 55 years of age as on the last date of receiving applications. Regular or officiating Vice-Chancellors, Directors, and Principals are strictly NOT eligible to apply.

Ministry/Department:Ministry of Education, Government of India

 Last date: Sunday, July 05, 2026