A school educator from Sabroom in South Tripura has earned a place among the recipients of the National Teachers Award 2026. Ranjan Deb Nath, headmaster of PM SHRI Sabroom Girls Higher Secondary School, has been selected for the prestigious national recognition from Tripura.
Key Takeaways
- PM SHRI Sabroom Girls Higher Secondary School Headmaster Ranjan Deb Nath has been selected for the National Teachers Award 2026.
- President Droupadi Murmu will confer the awards at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on September 5.
- The recognition honours his contribution to school education and teaching in Tripura.
Ranjan Deb Nath Earns National Recognition
Ranjan Deb Nath has brought national attention to school education in Sabroom with his selection for the National Teachers Award 2026.
He is one of 48 teachers selected for the National Teachers Award 2026.
Deb Nath serves as the headmaster of PM SHRI Sabroom Girls Higher Secondary School. His selection places the school and Sabroom on the national education map.
The award recognises teachers who have made a meaningful contribution to improving school education and enriching the lives of students. Deb Nath selection also brings attention to the work of educators serving students beyond major urban centres.
According to preliminary information gathered from Deb Nath social media profile, he studied at Umakanta Academy and MBB College in Agartala.
President Droupadi Murmu to Confer Awards
President of India Droupadi Murmu will confer the National Teachers Awards on September 5, 2026. The ceremony will take place at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Teachers Day.
Short documentaries highlighting the exemplary work of each awardee will also be showcased during the event. The presentations will provide an insight into the achievements and contributions of the selected teachers.
The annual ceremony is organised by the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Ministry of Education.
48 Teachers Selected Through Three-Stage Process
The National Teachers Awards 2026 selection followed a three-stage process at the District, State and National levels.
A total of 48 school teachers have been selected this year. They represent 27 States, seven Union Territories and six Central Government organisations.
The group includes 26 male and 22 female teachers.
The Ministry invited online self-nominations from eligible teachers between June 15 and July 20, 2026. Candidates submitted their applications through the Ministry of Education portal.
The selection process aims to identify teachers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment, innovation and dedication in school education.
Honouring Teachers Who Transform Lives
The National Teachers Award seeks to celebrate the distinctive contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country.
The award also recognises educators who improve the quality of school education through sustained effort. Their work often extends beyond classroom teaching and influences the academic and personal growth of students.
For Tripura, selection of Ranjan Deb Nath adds another significant achievement to the state education sector. His recognition highlights the contribution of teachers working at the grassroots level.
Award Ceremony to Be Telecast Live
The September 5 ceremony will be available to viewers across the country. Doordarshan and the SWAYAM PRABHA channels of the Ministry of Education will telecast the programme live.
The event will also be streamed through the Ministry of Education webcast platform. The programme will be available on the ministry social media channels as well.
For Ranjan Deb Nath and the school community in Sabroom, the ceremony will mark a significant moment. His selection among the 48 national awardees places his work and the institution he leads in the national spotlight.
