The purpose of the National Award to Teachers 2024 in Higher Educational Institutions is to recognise the distinctive contributions of some of the finest faculty members in the country and honor them for their dedication and hard work, particularly teaching and pedagogy and its impact which have not only improved the quality of higher education but also enriched the lives of their students. The Award seeks to recognise and honour the unique and path breaking achievements of faculty members in teaching-Iearning, community outreach, institutional service, research, and novelty of work in the field of higher education.

However, individuals who have held such positions earlier, but are below 55 years of age and still in active service are eligible.

• The award is open to all the faculty members of colleges universities higher educational institutions / polytechnics in India, satisfying the following conditions:

1. The Nominee should be a regular faculty member.
2. Should have at least five years of full-time teaching experience in the Undergraduate and/​or Post-graduate level.
3. Should NOT be above 55 years of age as on the last date of receiving application for the awards.
4. Vice-Chancellor/ Director / Principal (regular or officiating) are NOT* eligible to apply.

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