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In memory of our late Trustee, Mrs. U.P. Sarada

Srimathi Sarada Memorial Awards 2026

Behind every successful student stands a dedicated teacher and an inspiring leader. Each year we honour the educators who inspire, lead and shape future generations.

How to nominate View categories
Nominations close 25 July 2026.

All nominations and supporting documents must reach the Trust on or before this date.

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Last date to submit

25 July 2026

Award ceremony

16 August 2026

Venue

To be announced

Call for nominations

An invitation to honour our finest educators

Dear Principal, greetings from The Vedic Educational and Charitable Trust.

Education is the foundation of every progressive society, and behind every successful student stands a dedicated teacher and an inspiring school leader. In loving memory of Mrs. U.P. Sarada (a late Trustee of our Trust whose quiet strength and steady leadership shaped its founder, Dr. Sindu Srekumar, and its mission), we are proud to present the Srimathi Sarada Memorial Awards 2026 to honour exemplary educators who have made a significant contribution to the field of education.

We cordially invite your esteemed institution to nominate deserving candidates for the award categories below.

Award categories

Awards for every stage of teaching

Honouring outstanding teachers and leaders across every stage of school, and a lifetime of devotion to education.

Best Kindergarten Teacher Award

Pre-KG to UKG

For the teachers who make a child's very first years of school joyful, safe and full of wonder.

Best Primary Teacher Award

Classes 1 to 5

For teachers who build strong foundations in reading, numbers and character during the primary years.

Best Secondary School Teacher Award

Classes 6 to 10

For teachers who guide and inspire students through their crucial secondary years.

Best Principal Award

School leadership

For principals whose vision, integrity and leadership lift an entire school community.

The highest honour

Srimathi Sarada Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award

Our flagship award, given in loving memory of Mrs. U.P. Sarada, celebrating a lifetime of dedication, integrity and service to education.

Nomination guidelines

A few simple rules to keep it fair.

Please read these carefully before you send a nomination.

How to nominate

  • One candidate per category

    Each school may nominate only one candidate in each award category.

  • One category per nominee

    A nominee may be nominated for only one category.

  • Complete details

    Send accurate, complete information along with the supporting documents listed below.

  • Jury decision is final

    The decision of the Jury Committee is final and binding. The Trust may withhold an award if standards are not met.

  • Attend in person

    Award recipients are expected to attend the ceremony on 16 August 2026 in person.

Documents to submit

What to include

Each nomination should include the following.

  • Nominee's name, school and award category
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • A brief profile of the nominee (max 500 words)
  • Service certificate issued by the school / management
  • Recommendation letter from the Principal / Correspondent / Management
  • A write-up (300 to 500 words) on why the nominee deserves the award
  • Copies of significant certificates or supporting documents (if any)
Selection criteria

How nominees are judged

An independent panel of eminent educators evaluates every nomination on:

  • Years of dedicated service
  • Professional excellence
  • Innovation in education
  • Leadership qualities
  • Contribution to student development
  • Ethical values and commitment
  • Overall impact on the institution
  • Impact on society
"A teacher touches a life forever."
How to nominate

Send us your nomination

To nominate a deserving teacher or principal, email us the nominee's details and supporting documents, or call to request the nomination form. Nominating is completely free.

Email your nomination Call +91 98842 61592

Nominations must reach us on or before 25 July 2026. The selection process is transparent, merit-based and decided by an independent jury.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How do I submit a nomination?

Email the nominee's details and supporting documents to mailus@thevedic.org, or call +91 98842 61592 to request the nomination form. There is no online form to fill in.

Is there a nomination fee?

No. Nominating a candidate is completely free. The selection process is transparent and merit-based, decided solely by an independent jury of eminent educators.

What is the last date to submit?

All nominations, along with the required supporting documents, must reach The Vedic Educational and Charitable Trust on or before 25 July 2026. Incomplete nominations, or nominations received after the deadline, will not be considered.

When and where is the award ceremony?

The award ceremony will be held on 16 August 2026. The venue will be announced soon. Award recipients are expected to attend in person.

Who selects the award recipients?

All nominations are evaluated by an independent panel of eminent educators. The decision of the Jury Committee is final and binding, and the Trust reserves the right to withhold any award if the required standards are not met.

"We look forward to your participation in this noble initiative as we come together to honour educators who inspire, lead and shape future generations."

With warm regards,

Dr. Sindu Srekumar

Founder, The Vedic Educational and Charitable Trust