National Award to Teachers (For Excellence in Vocational Training and Entrepreneurship Development)
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship
Department: null
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

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

Benefits:
**Each awardee shall be presented with:**

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

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Eligibility:
**Category I &amp; III: Best Skill Trainers and Master Trainers – Long-Term Training**

1. The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.
1. The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience at CTS and/or CITS, as applicable.
1. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
1. 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.

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

1. The applicant should be engaged as a trainer or master trainer on a regular basis.
1. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
1. 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.
1. 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.
1. 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.
1. The applicant should apply under only one category.

**Category V: Excellence in Entrepreneurship Development**

1. 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.
1. 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.
1. The applicant should have at least five years of full-time experience.
1. The applicant should not be above 55 years of age on the last date of receiving applications.
1. 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:
[Online]
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.

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