National Teachers Award 2024:
The Department of Higher Education, Union Ministry of Education selected 16 teachers in HEIs and Polytechnic for National Awards to Teachers (NAT) 2024.
- The purpose of this award is to celebrate the unique contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country and to honor those teachers who through their commitment and industry have not only improved the quality of school education but also enriched the lives of their students.
- This award is conferred on the exemplary teachers/faculty members of higher education institutions and Polytechnics.
- The award is open to all the faculty members of colleges/universities/higher educational institutions/polytechnics in India.
- The candidates should satisfy the following conditions:
- The nominee should be a regular faculty member.
- He must have at least five years of full-time experience (undergraduate or postgraduate level).
- The nominee should not be over 55 years of age as of the last date of receiving the application for the awards.
- Vice-Chancellor/Director/Principal (regular or officiating) are not eligible to apply. However, individuals who were in such positions, but below 55 years of age and still in active service are eligible.
- The winners will receive a medal and a certificate worth Rs 50,000.
