National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26
"Honoring Excellence, Inspiring Generations"
Teachers must be serving in recognized schools (Primary, Secondary, or Higher Secondary) in India.
Teachers working in government, aided, private, or local self-government schools in Marathi, English, Hindi,Urdu or any medium are eligible.
Teachers from State Board, CBSE, ICSE, IB, and IGCSE board schools are eligible to apply.
A minimum of 1 year of teaching service is required.
Teachers should not be involved in private tuition.
Pre-primary school teachers are eligible to apply.
Information and documents submitted by teachers must be true and not misleading.
Teachers submitting proposals may undergo necessary verification by concerned authorities.
Teachers who are under suspension or disciplinary action are not eligible.
Schools must have a valid UDISE Code. Private tuitions will not be considered.
Individuals running private institutions or pre-primary schools without UDISE codes are not eligible.
Teachers working in Special Schools under the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) are also eligible, provided their schools have a UDISE code.
All supporting documents submitted must be authentic and verifiable.
After final selection, if any false information is found, strict action will be taken, and the nomination will be cancelled.
Teachers who work with dedication are honored every year by various government departments and social organizations through different awards. However, many hardworking, sincere, and innovative teachers remain deprived of such recognition, and their efforts do not reach society. To identify and honor such teachers, Be The Change Foundation has organized the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26. Therefore, teachers who have already received awards from the central government are kindly requested not to submit nominations again. Such teachers may instead guide us by contacting Be The Change Foundation through phone or email and share their valuable suggestions.
Awards and presentations received for educational research papers or dissertations.
Awards received from other NGOs officially registered with the State Government.
Any personal efforts made by the teacher to improve their own skills.
Articles (intellectual or analytical) published in newspapers or reputed journals.
Contributions received from society by the teacher for the development of the school, including creation of digital learning material.
Use of innovative technology for joyful learning.
Awards received by students taught by the teacher in different subjects and fields such as arts, sports, music, dance, languages, mathematics, social science, scouts and guides, painting, games, elocution, etc.
Experience as a trainer or expert guide at different levels.
Creative teaching methods adopted by the teacher to ensure better learning outcomes for students (e.g., storytelling, arts, games, examples, etc.).
Percentage of students passing in talent-search or similar examinations compared to the total number of students in the class.
Teachers must be free from addictions. While preparing the final selection list, the expert committee will verify this with the school management.
Work that provides new direction to education and quality improvement through the teacher’s own innovative projects (e.g., constructivism, digital school, content creation, reading motivation, and other innovations).
Guidance provided by the teacher for the overall development of students beyond the classroom.
Social, literary, cultural contributions made by the teacher, as well as work in disaster management and national service.
Participation of students in educational competitions such as science exhibitions, art, sports competitions, literature contests, Inspire Award, action research, etc.
Work done by the teacher to spread awareness among children on socially sensitive issues such as nutrition, sanitation, child marriage, and upliftment of underprivileged children.
Ans.The National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26 is being organized by a reputed NGO called “Be The Change Foundation.”
Ans.Proposals can be submitted both online and offline. On the website, under the “Important Links/Section” for the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26, you can download the information PDF. The offline application form is included in it. Simply print the form, fill in the required details, attach the necessary documents, and send it to the given address or email it to nationalteachersaward@gmail.com. Alternatively, you can submit the proposal online by clicking the given link, which will open an application form. In this form, you can fill all the required details and also upload supporting documents in PDF format, such as proposals, photos, videos, website/blog links, and YouTube channel links.
Ans. The nomination fee for submitting a proposal is ₹10,000/- only.
Ans. The helpline number for the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26 is 8796696960/ 9373795262 , and it is available 24/7. You can contact this helpline anytime for assistance. All your queries will be resolved, and you will be provided with detailed information.
Ans.Teachers from across India working in Marathi, English, Hindi, Urdu and any mediums in government, semi-government, private, or recognized independent institutions are eligible to submit proposals for the award.
Ans.Yes. Teachers, lecturers, and professors working in all academic programs of junior and senior colleges are included in a separate category. Teachers in this category can submit their proposals for the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26. For more details, please download the information document and read the guidelines carefully.
Ans. Yes! Sisters working as teachers in Nursery to Senior KG (Kindergarten) are eligible. A separate category has been created for them. They can submit their applications under this specific category. For more details, please download and carefully read the information brochure.
Ans.For the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26, the last date to pay the nomination fee and submit the application is 30 Dec 2025.
Ans.Teachers who have paid the nomination fee can submit their proposals either online, or as a PDF through email, or by filling and sending the form available on the website. The last date for submission is 30 Dec 2025. After this date, no proposals will be accepted.
Ans.The nominations will be reviewed by a committee formed by The Change Foundation, which will include retired education officers and experts. Only those teachers who have paid the nomination fee will be considered. The final date for completing the evaluation process is 11th Jan 2026.
Ans.On 13th Jan 2026, the names of the selected teachers will be announced on the official website. In addition, all shortlisted teachers will be informed about the award ceremony and related details through WhatsApp, email, SMS, and phone calls.
Ans.The award ceremony will be held on 18th Jan 2026 at a grand venue in Mumbai. Distinguished dignitaries and eminent personalities from various fields will grace the occasion.
"Honoring Excellence, Inspiring Generations"
Our NGO is recognized by the Government of India, and we have also received certification from NITI Aayog.
Watch the memorable moments from our prestigious award ceremony
The Rajya Adarsh Shikshak Puraskar 2025 was successfully conducted on 29 June 2025 at Shirdi, Maharashtra.
This prestigious event celebrated the contributions of exemplary educators and witnessed the participation of over 1300 teachers from across the state.
President, National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26
President, Be The Change Foundation
https://bethechange.org.in/
Director, Scalezen Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
https://scalezen.in/
Mayur Dhokchaule is the founder and visionary leader of ScaleZen Technologies Private Limited, an educational consultancy company. He has extensive experience in the education sector and has successfully served for five years as a Principal in CBSE schools, English-medium schools, and an NDA academy.
Not limiting himself to a single institution, he founded ScaleZen Technologies Pvt. Ltd. with the aim of delivering quality education to every student in rural areas. Through this company, he provides academic and administrative guidance, management streamlining, and technology solutions to various schools, colleges, and NDA/NEET/JEE academies.
ScaleZen currently delivers consultancy services to more than 30 diverse educational institutions, including schools, colleges, engineering, and medical colleges. Across these institutions, ScaleZen offers advice and services in academics, administration, digital marketing, branding, admissions consultancy, academic policy planning, and management
To ensure that students preparing for competitive examinations receive all facilities in one place and can practice in line with their syllabus, he created the “Pariksha Portal” mobile and web application. Many students are benefiting from this app today, using it for daily practice, daily tests, study materials, and results management.
Vice President, National Ideal Teacher Award 2025-26
Mr. Abhishek Tupe, Vice President of the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025, has witnessed the struggles and inspiring journey of the teaching community closely. Born into a family of teachers, he actively participated in student movements during his college days, where he experienced firsthand the dedication, challenges, and selfless contribution of teachers to society.
Believing in the principle that “No student can truly succeed without a good teacher,” he emphasizes that teachers should not be seen only as educators but also as vital contributors to nation-building. With the vision of honoring such selfless mentors who, for generations, have shaped society without seeking personal gain, he initiated the National Ideal Teacher Award 2025 program.
This initiative by Mr. Tupe stands as a source of inspiration for every teacher. It not only celebrates their achievements but also works to ensure that teachers receive the respect and recognition they rightfully deserve in society.