Teacher of the Year of Punjab Award 2025
A Joint Initiative by Khalsa Global Reach Foundation (U.S.) & Khalsa College of Education, Amritsar
Applications are officially open for the Dr. Bakhshish Singh Teacher of the Year of Punjab Award 2025. This prestigious award recognizes school teachers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their profession and have worked tirelessly to improve the quality of education in Punjab.
Award Categories & Prizes
₹1,00,000
Best Teacher Award
+ Shawl & Citation
+ Shawl & Citation
₹25,000
Appreciation Award I
+ Shawl & Citation
+ Shawl & Citation
₹15,000
Appreciation Award II
+ Shawl & Citation
+ Shawl & Citation
₹25,000
Punjabi Bhasha Ratan
+ Shawl & Citation
+ Shawl & Citation
Eligibility Criteria
- School Types: Teachers from Punjab Govt. schools, Aided schools, and Private schools affiliated with PSEB, CBSE, or ICSE.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of teaching experience (Permanent, Adhoc, or Contract).
- Location: Schools must be situated within the state of Punjab.
- Elementary Heads: Primary school head teachers are eligible to apply.
Evaluation Scorecard (Total 325 Marks)
| Category | Activity Description | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Category I | Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation (Innovation & Methods) | 120 |
| Category II | Co-curricular, Extension, and Professional Activities | 100 |
| Category III | Publications, Research, and Digital Resources | 50 |
| Category IV | Professional Development & Training Participation | 30 |
| Category V | State/National Level Projects & Innovations | 25 |
Important Dates for 2026
Email Submission Deadline: May 20, 2026
Hardcopy Registered Post Deadline: May 30, 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps for a valid application:
- Download the application proforma from the official website: www.kceasr.org.
- Complete the form and ensure it is signed by the applicant and countersigned by the Head of the Institution.
- Email the scanned form to kcegtroadawards@gmail.com.
- Send the hardcopy documents and a pen-drive containing your self-intro video (5-7 mins) and innovative practice video (15-20 mins) to:
Principal, Khalsa College of Education, G.T. Road, Amritsar, PIN: 143002.
