National Teachers Award 2026 recognises 48 teachers across India. Know the selected teachers from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab and other states.

The names of the National Teachers Award 2026 winners have been announced, with 48 teachers from different parts of the country selected for the prestigious honour. The award recognises teachers who have made a meaningful contribution to school education and literacy and have helped improve the learning experience of their students.

The list released by the Department of School Education and Literacy includes teachers from states and Union Territories as well as institutions such as Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Sainik Schools, Adarsh Tribal Schools and PM SHRI Schools.

Uttar Pradesh Gets the Highest Number of Selected Teachers

Among the states, Uttar Pradesh has the highest representation in the National Teachers Award 2026 list, with three teachers selected for the honour.

The selected teachers from Uttar Pradesh are Dr Renu Tripathi, Dr Iftikhar Khan and Shalini Kushwaha.

West Bengal, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar have two selected teachers each, according to the announced list.

Two Teachers Selected From Bihar

Bihar has also secured a place among the states with multiple awardees. Two teachers from the state have been selected for the National Teachers Award 2026.

The announcement highlights the contribution of teachers working across different regions and educational institutions in improving school-level education.

Punjab Teachers Also Included in the List

Teachers from Punjab have also been included among the awardees. The list covers a wide range of states and regions, including Maharashtra, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Rajasthan, Sikkim and Ladakh.

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The selection reflects the geographical diversity of the award and recognises teachers working in different educational environments across the country.

Who Are Some of the Selected Teachers?

The list of 48 awardees includes teachers from several states and institutions. Some of the names mentioned in the announcement are:

Andaman and Nicobar Islands: J. Prakash Rao
Andhra Pradesh: Rajesh Kauluri
Arunachal Pradesh: Yaku Tem
Assam: Rajesh Bordoloi
Delhi: Suman Goyal
Goa: Mahadev Hanmant Shinde
Gujarat: Nitin Kumar Mahendrakumar Pathak
Haryana: Anil Kaushik
Himachal Pradesh: Manjari V. Mahajan
Jammu and Kashmir: Mohammad Ayaz Raina
Madhya Pradesh: Archana Shukla
Eklavya Model Residential Schools under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs: Zafar Alam

The complete list also includes teachers representing several other states, Union Territories and educational institutions.

What Is the Purpose of the National Teachers Award?

The National Teachers Award 2026 aims to recognise teachers whose work has made a notable difference in school education and literacy. According to the ministry, the awards are intended to honour educators who have demonstrated commitment and dedication while contributing to improvements in the quality of school education.

The recognition also highlights teachers who have made a positive impact on the lives and educational development of their students.

Teachers From Across India Recognised

The National Teachers Award 2026 brings together educators from diverse regions and institutions. With 48 teachers selected for the honour, the award highlights contributions made at the grassroots level of school education.

Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of selected teachers with three awardees, while Bihar and several other states have two each. Punjab and various other regions have also found representation in the list.

The announcement underlines the important role teachers play in strengthening school education and supporting the overall development of students across India.