Nomination Guide
Application Guide for Candidates
Who is eligible to apply?
Any School, Pre-school, Higher Education Institute, Learning Solution Provider, or related service provider is eligible to apply. Nominations are now open for all categories.
What are the nomination charges?
| Category | Nomination Charges |
|---|---|
| Pre-schools | ₹30,000 + GST + Processing Charges |
| Schools | ₹30,000 + GST + Processing Charges |
| Higher Education Institutions | ₹30,000 + GST + Processing Charges |
| Service Providers | ₹75,000 + GST + Processing Charges |
Please note: Nomination charges are non-refundable, except in cases where the nomination is declared ineligible by the jury.
What are the evaluation criteria?
All submitted nominations will be evaluated on (as applicable):
- Replicability
- Impact
- Presentation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Context
- Documentary Proof
- Community Impact
Approximate time to complete and submit an entry: 15–20 minutes.
Criteria for both people-oriented and organisation-oriented awards will be based primarily on evidence of leadership and measurable impact on stakeholders. Awardee selections are final and remain solely at the discretion of the selection committee.
Benefits of Participation
- National recognition in the Indian education fraternity.
- Visibility across ScooNews’ platforms: 500k readers, 50k+ social media followers.
- Get the recognition you deserve and stand apart in your field.
- Exclusive feature in ScooNews magazine and website.
- Receive a Certificate, Trophy, and prestigious WINNER digital badges for display across websites, social media, and print materials.
Important Disclaimer
Kindly be informed that the prices indicated on our website are for nominations for the New India Education Awards. Please note that submitting payment for a nomination does not guarantee receiving an award. While we expect to receive a large number of nominations, only a limited number will be selected as awardees after a thorough evaluation by our jury. In cases where a nomination is deemed ineligible for an award following the evaluation process, the nomination fee will be refunded. Our goal is to ensure fairness, transparency, and credibility in every stage of the selection process.
We would like to emphasise that the nomination fees are essential for sustaining this initiative. They help cover significant costs, including the awards ceremony, trophies, jury process, staffing, and felicitation. Your support through the nomination fee enables us to continue recognising and honouring transformative contributions in the Indian education ecosystem. We truly value your participation and understanding.
We would like to emphasise that the nomination fees are essential for sustaining this initiative. They help cover significant costs, including the awards ceremony, trophies, jury process, staffing, and felicitation. Your support through the nomination fee enables us to continue recognising and honouring transformative contributions in the Indian education ecosystem. We truly value your participation and understanding.
