The National Award to Teachers (NAT) is an annual award given by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to recognize and honor the outstanding work of teachers in the country. The award was instituted in 1962 and is given to teachers at all levels of education, from primary to higher education.
The NAT is a prestigious award and is considered to be one of the highest honors that a teacher can receive. The awardees are selected by a committee of eminent educationists and are chosen based on their contributions to teaching, their commitment to excellence, and their overall impact on the lives of their students.
The NAT 2023 will be conferred on 75 teachers from across the country. The awardees will be felicitated by the President of India at a ceremony in New Delhi.
The award consists of a cash prize of Rs. 50,000, a citation, and a memento. The awardees will also be given a chance to participate in a national seminar on education.
The NAT is a timely recognition of the important role that teachers play in shaping the future of our nation. The awardees are an inspiration to all teachers and their work is a reminder of the immense potential of the teaching profession.
Here are some of the criteria for selecting the awardees:
- Teaching experience of at least 20 years.
- Outstanding contributions to teaching and learning.
- Commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching.
- Positive impact on the lives of students.
- Leadership and mentorship qualities.
The NAT is a valuable initiative that helps to raise the profile of the teaching profession and to encourage excellence in teaching. The awardees are role models for all teachers and their work is an inspiration to all those who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students.