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

Ministry: Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship

The objective of this scheme is to recognize and honor excellence in vocational training and entrepreneurship development by faculty and trainers.

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About This Scheme

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)

Benefits

₹50.0K

Each awardee shall be presented with:

  • A Medal
  • A Certificate
  • Cash Prize of ₹50,000/-

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    Category I & III: Best Skill Trainers and Master Trainers – Long-Term Training

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    The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.

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    The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience at CTS and/or CITS, as applicable.

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    The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.

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    The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training & Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.

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    Category II & IV: Best Skill Trainers and Master Trainers – Short-Term Training

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    The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.

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    The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.

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    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.

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    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.

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    The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training & Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.

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    The applicant should apply under only one category.

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    Category V: Excellence in Entrepreneurship Development

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    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.

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    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.

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    The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience.

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    The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.

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    The applicant should not have received any category of the Kaushalacharya Award or National Award for Excellence in Vocational Training & Entrepreneurship Development in previous years.

Required Documents

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    Proof of eligibility
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    Details of contributions
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    Supporting documents
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    Nomination form
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    Declarations

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

OOnline

Registration:

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

Step 2: Select your category: Individual or Organization.

Step 3: Fill in the required details:

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 4: Click Submit to complete registration.

Apply:

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

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

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

Step 4: Click Submit to complete your application.