Complete Guide to Apply for the Shiksharatna Award 2024

The application portal for the Shiksharatna Award 2024 is now open for school teachers in West Bengal.

Application Submission Process

  • Online Portal: Teachers can apply through the official web portal at www.wbdse.com. A link is also available on the Banglarshiksha portal.
  • Mobile App: Teachers can use the ‘WB – Shiksharatna Award’ Android app (version 1.0.13 or higher) available on the Google Play Store. Please update to the latest version of the app before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Teaching Experience: Applicants must have at least 20 years of teaching experience as of March 31, 2024.
  • Previous Awardees: Teachers who have previously received the Shiksharatna Award are not eligible to apply again.
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How to Apply

For Existing Users:

  • Log in with your existing credentials (user ID & password).
  • You can edit or modify your previous application details.

For New Users:

  • Create new login credentials before completing the application form.
  • Ensure the application form is filled out completely and accurately.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Complete Information: Fill out all mandatory fields in the application form.
  • Supporting Documents: Upload all required documents before submitting your application.
  • Guidelines: Download and review the guidelines before completing your application.
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Helpline

  • Help Desk: For assistance, contact the help desk at 62893 52676 or email shiksharatna.helpdesk@gmail.com.

Important Dates

  • Start of Online Application: June 10, 2024
  • End of Online Application: June 28, 2024
  • Submission of Hard Copies: Submit hard copies of supporting documents by July 1, 2024, to the DI/S (SE) office of your district.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Shiksharatna Award 2024?

  • The award is given in recognition to the outstanding service and contribution in the field of education

Where can teachers submit their applications for the Shiksha Ratna Award 2024?

  • Teachers can submit their applications for the Award through the web portal www.wbdse.com. Additionally, a link is provided on Banglarshiksha portal.

What is the eligibility criteria for Shiksharatna Award?

  • Teachers with a minimum of 20 years of teaching experience as of March 31, 2024, are eligible to apply for the Shiksharatna Award 2024.
  • Previous awardees are not eligible to apply again.

What guidelines new users need to follow to apply for the Shiksha Ratna Award ?

  • First new users need to create their own login credentials.
  • After successfully creation of login ID and password, Fill the online application form.

How can teachers get assistance if they face any issues during the application process?

  • Teachers can seek assistance by contacting the help desk number at 62893 52676 or
  • email at shiksharatna.helpdesk@gmail.com

What are the important dates regarding the Shiksharatna Award 2024 application process?

The important dates related to the Award application process are as follows:

  • Start of Online Application: June 10, 2024
  • End of Online Application: June 28, 2024
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What is National Teachers’ Award?

  • NATIONAL TEACHERS’ AWARDS is given to teachers to celebrate the unique contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country.

What is important timeline for National Teachers’ Award?

  • Opening of web-portal for inviting online applications and self nomination by teachers 27th June to 15th July 2024
  • District Selection Committee nominations to be forwarded to the State Selection Committee through online portal 16th July to 25th July 2024
  • State Selection Committee/ Organization Selection Committee shortlist to be forwarded to Independent National Jury 26th July to 4th August 2024