State Award for Teachers Goa 2026: ₹1 Lakh Cash Prize & Citation for 10 Outstanding Teachers
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Quick answer
The State Award for Teachers by the Goa Directorate of Education recognises 10 outstanding teachers annually with ₹100,000 and a citation each. Regular government and aided school teachers with at least five years of service as of 30 June 2019 can apply offline or by email through the Directorate's website.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Cash award of ₹100,000 and citation for each of 10 awardees |
| Ministry / department | Education Department |
| Level | State Government (Goa) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The scheme 'State Awards to Teachers' by the Directorate of Education, Government of Goa aims to celebrate the unique contribution of the finest teachers in the state and honor those who have improved the quality of school education and enriched students' lives. Through this scheme, ten state awards consisting of ₹100,000 and a citation each are provided to teachers across different categories including Primary, Secondary, High School Headmasters, and Higher Secondary levels. The applications for this scheme are accepted by hand or email. The scheme is implemented through a two-tier selection process involving District and State Selection Committees.
Benefits
- Cash award of ₹100,000 per awardee
- Citation certificate
- Total 10 awards distributed across categories: 2 Primary Teachers (one per district), 4 Secondary Teachers (two per district), 2 High School Headmasters (one per district), 1 Higher Secondary Teacher (state-level), 1 Higher Secondary Principal (state-level)
- 2 awards reserved for differently abled teachers/special educators/heads of schools
Who can apply (eligibility)
- School teachers, special educators, and heads of schools in recognised government or aided primary/middle/high/secondary schools
- Must have completed at least 5 years of regular teaching service as of 30 June 2019 after probation in Goa
- Retired teachers not eligible
- Teachers due for retirement in the award year not eligible
- Must not have indulged in private tuition
- Only regular teachers and heads of schools eligible
- Contractual, para, part-time, and NSQF instructors not eligible
- No pending vigilance or criminal case
Who cannot apply
- Retired teachers
- Contractual teachers
- Para teachers
- Part-time instructors
- NSQF instructors
- Teachers with pending vigilance/criminal cases
- Teachers due for retirement in award year
- Teachers who indulge in private tuition
- Previous state award winners
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Portfolio with supporting materials (documents, tools, reports, photographs, audio, video)
- Qualification certificates
- Official ID
- Address proof
- Experience certificates
- Service record proof
- CV and 1000-word write-up
How to apply
- 1Visit the official website https://www.dhe.goa.gov.in and download the prescribed application format.
- 2Fill all mandatory fields, paste passport-sized photograph (signed across if required), attach copies of mandatory documents (self-attested if required).
- 3Submit the duly filled and signed application form in PDF format using the 'Application for State Teacher Awards (2023-24)' link on the website within the prescribed period.
- 4Submit hard copy of the application form with self-attested documents, CV, and 1000-word write-up in a sealed envelope to Office of the Directorate of Higher Education, SCERT Building, Porvorim, with 'Application for State Teacher Awards Scheme' mentioned on top.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the State Awards to Teachers?+
The purpose of the State Awards to Teachers is to celebrate the unique contributions of some of the finest teachers in the state and to honor those who have improved the quality of school education and enriched the lives of their students.
What is the prize for the State Awards to Teachers?+
Each award consists of a cash prize of ₹100,000 and a citation.
How many awards are available, and how are they distributed?+
There are 10 State Awards available. They are distributed as follows: Primary Teacher: 2 awards (1 in each district); Secondary Teacher: 4 awards (2 in each district); High School Headmaster: 2 awards (1 in each district); Higher Secondary Teacher: 1 award (1 in the entire state); Higher Secondary Principal: 1 award (1 in the entire state). 2 awards are reserved for differently-abled teachers, special educators, and heads of Schools.
Who is eligible to apply for the State Awards to Teachers?+
Eligibility criteria include: School teachers, special educators, and heads of schools working in recognized government or aided schools. In-service teachers with at least 5 years of regular teaching service as of 30th June 2019. Regular teachers and heads of schools without any pending vigilance/criminal cases. Retired teachers, contractual teachers, para teachers, part-time instructors, and NSQF instructors are not eligible.
How can teachers apply for the State Awards?+
Teachers can apply by submitting a self-nomination form available on the Directorate of Education's website. Applications can be submitted by hand or email along with a portfolio that includes supporting materials like documents, reports, photographs, audios, or videos.
Who can recommend teachers for the awards?+
Recommendations are done as follows: Government Secondary & Higher Secondary Schools: by the Head of the Institution. Government Primary Schools: by the Assistant District Educational Inspectors of respective Talukas. Principals/Headmasters of Government Schools: by the DDE of the concerned zones. Aided Schools: by the Chairman of the Managing Committee.
What is the evaluation process for the applications?+
The evaluation process includes two criteria: Objective criteria (20% weightage) and Performance-based criteria (80% weightage), including initiatives to improve learning outcomes, innovative experiments, organization of extra-curricular activities, use of Teaching Learning Material, etc.
What is the role of the District Selection Committee (DSC)?+
The DSC is responsible for the initial scrutiny of applications, physical verification of information, evaluation and marking of applicants, and shortlisting candidates. The DSC is chaired by the Deputy Director of Education and includes the District Education Officer and a reputed academician nominated by the Collector.
What is the role of the State Selection Committee (SSC)?+
The SSC conducts a fresh assessment of nominations sent by the DSC, requiring nominees to make a presentation. The SSC selects the final awardees, ensuring the selection of 8 regular and 2 special category teachers.
What should heads of schools do to inform teachers about the State Awards?+
All heads of government and government-aided schools must inform teachers under their control about the State Awards to ensure eligible teachers can register for the awards.
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