Teachers and principals from CBSE-affiliated independent schools can self-nominate for this honor. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply and nominate a teacher or principal from your school.
Eligibility Criteria
Before starting the application process, ensure that the candidate meets the following eligibility requirements:
1. Teachers: Must have completed at least 10 years of regular service in a CBSE-affiliated school.
2. Principals: Must have completed 10 years of regular service as a teacher and 5 years as a principal in CBSE-affiliated schools
3. Retired Teachers/Principals: Those who retired are also eligible; look at the notification for the year of retirement
4. Category Restriction: Principals cannot apply under the "Teacher" category, and each applicant can apply under only one category.
Application Process
1. Online Registration:
• Visit the official CBSE website at cbse.nic.in or cbseacademic.nic.in.
• Look for the tab related to the National Awards for Teachers and click on the registration link.
• Fill out the registration form with the required details.
2. Documentation: Prepare the following documents in advance, as they need to be uploaded during the online application process:
• Undertaking: A statement confirming that all information provided is accurate and all documents are genuine.
• Recommendation Letters: These should include continuous service records and vigilance clearance, verified by the school's manager.
• Educational Certificates: Scanned copies of Class 10, 12, Graduation, Post-Graduation, and professional qualification certificates.
• Class Results: Performance records in board/school examinations.
3. Selection Criteria: The selection will be based on a detailed evaluation of the applicant's qualifications, contributions, and achievements. The criteria include:
• Academic and Professional Qualifications: Marks in academic and professional degrees.
• Scholarly Contributions: Articles published, books edited, or research conducted.
• Mentoring and Professional Development: Activities related to mentoring colleagues and continuous professional development.
• Community Contributions: Participation in community development activities.
• Honors and Recognition: Awards and recognitions received at various levels.
• Teaching Effectiveness: Innovative teaching methods, assessment practices, and student performance.
1. Shortlisting and Final Selection:
• The CBSE will shortlist 24 top-scoring candidates based on the evaluation criteria. If there is a tie, CBSE may use alternative criteria to finalize the merit list.
• Shortlisted candidates will be given two days to upload their verified documents.
• The National Level Scrutiny Committee will further shortlist applicants and invite them for an interactive session to finalize the six nominations.
Timeline
• Application Notification: Opens in July
• Last Date of Submission: July
• Important Contacts
For any queries regarding the application process, you can contact CBSE at:
• Telephone: 011-23212603
• Email: directoracad.cbse@nic.in
By following this guide, teachers and principals from CBSE-affiliated independent schools can effectively navigate the application process for the National Awards for Teachers and potentially receive this prestigious recognition.
