National Award to Teachers 2024 for Higher Education: Application window closes TODAY

Eligible candidates who are yet to send in their nominations may submit the forms on the official portal, nat.aicte-india.org. It must be noted that the last date to apply for National Award to Teachers 2024 is until June 20, 2024.

National Award to Teachers 2024: The Ministry of Education is all set to close the application window for the National Award to Teachers 2024. Eligible candidates who are yet to send in their nominations may submit the forms on the official portal, nat.aicte-india.org. It must be noted that the last date to apply for National Award to Teachers 2024 is until June 20, 2024.

In a tweet on the social media platform X, the MoE informed, “Nomination for the National Award to Teachers 2024 ends on 20 June 2024. The award recognizes the significant contributions of some of the finest teachers in the country and honours them for their dedication and hard work, particularly in the field of teaching and pedagogy. It is also an appreciation for their untiring efforts that impact not only their students but also the communities. For more information, visit Rashtriya Puraskar Portal @ http://awards.gov.in.”

According to the official brochure, the National Award to Teachers 2024 aims to recognize outstanding faculty in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) for their contributions to teaching, pedagogy, community engagement, institutional service, research, and innovative initiatives. The award honors faculty commitment and excellence in higher education.

National Award to Teachers 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Here are the eligibility criteria summarized as pointers:

1. Occupation Requirement: Applicants must be regular faculty members at colleges, universities, higher educational institutions, or polytechnics in India.
2. Teaching Experience: They should have a minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience at either undergraduate or postgraduate levels.
3. Age Limit: Nominees must not be over 55 years old at the application deadline.
4. Ineligibility of Certain Positions: individuals currently serving as Vice-Chancellors, Directors, or Principals, whether in regular or officiating capacities, cannot apply.
5. Exception for Former Holders: Former holders of these positions who are under 55 years old and currently in active service are eligible for consideration.

National Award To Teachers 2024 Nomination Process

The nomination process permits self-nomination by individuals. Moreover, individuals who have held positions such as Vice-Chancellors, Directors, Principals, Faculty Members, or colleagues at the same university, institute, college, or polytechnic where the nominee currently works in a regular capacity, may also submit nominations. Former nominees can be re-nominated, fostering continuity and acknowledging sustained contributions.

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