Pandit Deendayal Educational Excellence Award 2026: Recognising Academic Excellence in Uttarakhand
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Quick answer
This scheme awards the best-performing schools and top students in Uttarakhand based on examination results. Schools and students are selected by the education department, and awards are given without any application from individuals.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Cash prizes for schools and students |
| Ministry / department | Department Of Education |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Pandit Deendayal Educational Excellence Award scheme is run by the Department of Education in Uttarakhand. It aims to promote academic excellence by recognising top schools and students at the high school and intermediate levels. The awards are given based on the results of the Uttarakhand Board examinations, with no need for students or schools to apply.
Benefits
- Top 3 schools at the intermediate level receive ₹10,00,000/-, ₹5,00,000/-, and ₹3,00,000/- respectively.
- Top 3 schools at the high school level receive ₹8,00,000/-, ₹4,00,000/-, and ₹2,00,000/- respectively.
- Students securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions in intermediate level examinations receive ₹21,000/-, ₹15,000/-, and ₹11,000/- respectively.
- Students securing 4th to 10th positions in intermediate level examinations receive ₹5,100/- each.
- Students securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions in high school level examinations receive ₹15,000/-, ₹11,000/-, and ₹8,000/- respectively.
- Students securing 4th to 10th positions in high school level examinations receive ₹5,100/- each.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The school must be among the 3 best-performing schools at the Uttarakhand Board high school or intermediate level.
- The student must be among the top 10 rank holders in the Uttarakhand Board Council Examination at High School or Intermediate level.
Who cannot apply
- No documents are required from applicants.
Documents required
- No documents are required from the applicant.
How to apply
- 1The department receives the list of top schools and students from the Board after examination results are declared.
- 2The department approves the award amounts and forwards the list to the Chief Education Officer.
- 3The Chief Education Officer issues drafts to the respective schools.
- 4Schools distribute the awards directly to students or during award ceremonies.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of this scheme?+
The objective is to encourage schools and students to achieve academic excellence by recognising and rewarding their outstanding performance in Uttarakhand Board examinations.
Which schools are eligible for this award?+
Three high schools and three intermediate-level schools that produce the best results at the state level in the Uttarakhand Board examinations are eligible.
How many schools receive this award every year?+
Every year, 03 High Schools and 03 Intermediate Schools are awarded.
What is the award amount for intermediate-level schools?+
At the intermediate level, the top three schools receive ₹10 lakh, ₹5 lakh, and ₹3 lakh respectively.
What is the award amount for high schools?+
At the high school level, the top three schools receive ₹8 lakh, ₹4 lakh, and ₹2 lakh respectively.
Are individual students also awarded under this scheme?+
Yes, students securing top 10 positions in the Uttarakhand Board High School and Intermediate Examinations are awarded cash prizes.
Does a student need to apply for this award?+
No, students are not required to submit any application.
How are eligible students selected?+
The Uttarakhand Board prepares the list of students securing top 10 positions in high school and intermediate examinations.
How are the awards given to students?+
The Chief Education Officer issues drafts to schools, and schools either distribute them directly to the students or through award ceremonies.
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