National Award to Teachers (For Excellence in Vocational Training and Entrepreneurship Development)

Description
The objective of the National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training & Entrepreneurship Development, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India, is to honor excellence among faculty, trainers, and master trainers in long-term and short-term training as well as entrepreneurship development, who have achieved outstanding performance and set benchmarks for others to emulate. No. of Awardees A total of sixteen awards will be conferred each year. There shall be five award categories as per the details below: 1. Category I: Best Skill Trainers – Long Term Training 09 Awards 1. Sub Category i : Best Skill Trainer in top 5 trades under CTS in ITIs - 05 1. Sub Category ii : Best Skill Trainer in remaining engineering trades - 01 1. Sub Category iii : Best Skill Trainer in remaining non-engineering trades - 01 1. Sub Category iv : Best Skill Trainer Divyang trades - 01 1. Sub Category v : Best Skill Trainer New Age Courses - 01 1. Category II: Best Skill Trainers – Short Term Training 03 Awards 1. Category III: Best Master Trainers - Long Term Training 02 Awards 1. Sub Category i : Best Master Trainer in Engineering trades - 01 1. Sub Category ii :Best Master Trainer in Non-Engineering trades - 01 1. Category IV: Best Master Trainers - Short Term Training 01 Award 1. Category V: Excellence in Entrepreneurship Development 01 Award

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Benefits
• Each awardee shall be presented with:
• A Medal
• A Certificate
• Cash Prize of ₹50,000/-

Eligibility Criteria
1. **Category I &amp; III: Best Skill Trainers and Master Trainers – Long-Term Training**
2. The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.
3. The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience at CTS and/or CITS, as applicable.
4. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
5. The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training &amp; Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.
6. **Category II &amp; IV: Best Skill Trainers and Master Trainers – Short-Term Training**
7. The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.
8. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
9. The applicant should be a registered trainer on Skill India Digital Hub from a government institution with valid certification (at least up to October 2025) and delivering/have delivered short-term training programs.
10. The applicant should be a certified trainer/master trainer from an awarding body with valid certification (at least up to October 2025) and delivering/have delivered short-term training programs.
11. The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training &amp; Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.
12. The applicant should apply under only one category.
13. **Category V: Excellence in Entrepreneurship Development**
14. The applicant should be a regular faculty member engaged in teaching entrepreneurship development programs/courses in a University/College/Institution recognized by UGC/AICTE or institutes established by an Act of Parliament.
15. The applicant should be engaged on a regular basis in the implementation of entrepreneurship development programs in Central or State Government institutions, including autonomous institutions.
16. The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience.
17. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
18. The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training &amp; Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.
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Application Process
Step 1: Registration:
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Registration:

Step 2: Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the Registration button.
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Step 1: Visit the official website and click on the Registration button.

Step 3: Step 2: Select your category: Individual or Organization.
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Step 2: Select your category: Individual or Organization.

Step 4: Step 3: Fill in the required details:
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Individual: Name, Date of Birth, Nominator Type, Mobile, Email, Aadhaar Number.
Organization: Type, Authorized Person Name, Date of Birth, Organization Description, Designation, Mobile, Email, Aadhaar Number.

Step 5: Step 4: Click Submit to complete registration.
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Apply:

Step 6: Step 1: Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.
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Step 1: Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.

Step 7: Step 2: Select the scheme from the list of awards and click "Nominate / Apply Now".
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Step 2: Select the scheme from the list of awards and click "Nominate / Apply Now".

Step 8: Step 3: Fill in all mandatory fields in the online application form.
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Step 3: Fill in all mandatory fields in the online application form.

Step 9: Step 4: Click Submit to complete your application.
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Step 4: Click Submit to complete your application.

Required Documents
• Proof of eligibility
• Details of contributions
• Supporting documents
• Nomination form
• Declarations

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the National Award to Teachers?
A: It honors excellence among faculty, trainers, and master trainers in vocational training and entrepreneurship development.
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Q: Who can nominate candidates?
A: Self-nomination, members of search-cum-screening committees, or suo-moto nominations by committees.
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Q: Can previous nominees apply again?
A: Yes, except for those who have already received the award in previous years.
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Q: What is the age limit for applicants?
A: Applicants should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
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Q: What is the minimum experience required?
A: At least 5 years of full-time experience for trainers and faculty.
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Q: What are the educational requirements?
A: Relevant qualification as per category; generally regular faculty/trainer status in ITIs, NSTIs/IToTs, or recognized institutions.
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Q: Can an applicant apply in more than one category?
A: No, candidates are allowed to apply under only one category.
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Q: What is the prize for the award?
A: Each awardee receives a medal, certificate, and a cash prize of ₹50,000.
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Q: How many awards are given each year?
A: A total of 16 awards are conferred annually across all categories.
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Q: Who is eligible under the Short Term Training categories?
A: Trainers and master trainers engaged in short-term skilling programs with valid certification and registration on Skill India Digital Hub.
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