Teachers shape the future of every society, and their dedication deserves recognition. In Telangana, this recognition comes through the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025, announced by the Government of Telangana on the eve of Teachers’ Day, 5th September 2025. This prestigious award celebrates the extraordinary efforts of teachers who go beyond classroom teaching, inspiring generations of learners with commitment, creativity, and compassion.
In this article, we’ll explore the highlights of the 2025 awards, the categories recognized, insights into some of the awardees, and why this recognition is a milestone for the teaching community in Telangana.
The Significance of Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025
The Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025 is not just a certificate or a medal—it is a symbol of pride, responsibility, and acknowledgment of a teacher’s lifelong service. The award recognizes educators who:
- Demonstrate innovative teaching practices.
- Show leadership in school and community activities.
- Contribute to students’ overall development beyond academics.
- Uphold values of discipline, inclusivity, and integrity.
As an education professional with over a decade of experience, I have seen firsthand how recognition like this can transform a teacher’s motivation. It encourages not only the awardee but also inspires their colleagues to set higher standards in teaching.
Categories Recognized Under the Awards
The State Selection Committee finalized 49 teachers across different categories for the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025. These categories represent the diversity of educational roles in Telangana’s schools:
- GHM/Principal Category – Headmasters and Principals who manage schools with vision and leadership.
- School Assistants/LFL Headmasters/Physical Directors/PGTs – Dedicated subject teachers and physical directors.
- SGT/PET/LP/TGT Category – Secondary grade teachers and language pundits who play a vital role in foundational education.
- Lecturers/Senior Lecturers – Junior college lecturers shaping higher secondary education.
- Aided Schools Category – Teachers from aided institutions making significant contributions.
- Telangana Model Schools Category – Educators from model schools providing modern learning practices.
- Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) – Teachers working in girls’ residential schools with dedication.
Each of these categories reflects the layered structure of Telangana’s education system, ensuring that outstanding contributions are recognized at all levels.
Highlights of the Awardees
Here are some notable highlights from the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025 list:
- Ch. Shankar, Headmaster of ZPHS Borgaon in Nizamabad, was recognized for his exceptional leadership in managing school resources and improving enrollment rates.
- P. Nirmala Jyothi, Headmaster of ZPHS Maryala in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, stood out for her commitment to empowering girl students in rural areas.
- Avusula Bhanu Prakash, School Assistant (Telugu), ZPHS Lalgadi Malakpet, Medchal Malkajgiri, was selected for his innovative teaching methods in language learning.
- Dr. Gollapally Ganesh, School Assistant (Telugu), Jagitial District, received recognition for his dedication to promoting Telugu literature and culture among students.
- Smt. H.N. Manimala, PGT (English), TGR School Borabanda (Girls), Hyderabad, showcased excellence in English teaching and mentoring students for competitive exams.
- G. Sumana Chaitanya, CRT (Hindi) at KGBV Tandur, Mancherial, represented the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya category, honored for her service in empowering underprivileged girls.
These stories reflect how teachers across Telangana are shaping not just students’ knowledge but also their values, confidence, and career paths.
GOVERNMENT OF TELANGANA ABSTRACT
School Education – State Awards to Best Teachers on the eve of the Teachers Day Celebrations on 5th September, 2025 – Orders – Issued.
SCHOOL EDUCATION (GENERAL-I) DEPARTMENT
G.O.Rt.No. 138 Dated: 04-09-2025.
Read the following:-
- G.O.Ms.No.29, School Education (General) Department, dt.14.08.2018.
- G.O.Ms.No.26, School Education (General) Department, dt.21.08.2025.
- From the Director of School Education, Telangana, Hyderabad Lr.No.Spl/GIASE/2025, dt.30.08.2025 & 02.09.2025.
ORDER:-
In pursuance of the orders issued by the Government in the references 1st & 2nd read above, the State Selection Committee for selection of Best Teachers has finalized the names of the following Teachers for awarding State Awards for the year – 2025, as indicated below:-
| Sl. No | Category | No. Of Candidates Proposed | No. Of Candidates to be finalized for State Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | GHM/Principal | 18 + 1(TREIS) = 19 | 09 + 1(TREIS) = 10 |
| 2. | SA/PD/LFL | 53 + 1(TREIS) = 54 | 20 + 1(TREIS) = 21 |
| 3. | SGT/PET/LP/TGT | 28 + 1(TREIS) = 29 | 11 + 1(TREIS) = 12 |
| 4. | Lecturer/Senior Lecturers | Nil | Nil |
| 5. | Aided Schools | HM -02, S.A -03, SGT -02 | HM -01, S.A -01, SGT -01 |
| 6. | Telangana Model Schools | Principal -06, PGT -15, TGT -08 | Principal – Nil, PGT -01, TGT -01 |
| 7. | Kasturba Gandhi Balikala Vidyalaya | Special Officers -08, PGCRT -04, CRT -11 | Special Officers – Nil, PGCRT – Nil, CRT -01 |
| TOTAL | 161 | 49 |
- The State Level Selection Committee, after re-verification of the facts / information / remarks of the nominations received from all the districts and evaluation of all the nominations received as per the norms of G.O.Ms.No.29, School Education (Genl) Department, Dated: 14.08.2018. & G.O.Ms.No.26, School Education (General) Department, dt.21.08.2025. The details are as follows:
(1) GHM Category (09 GHMs from Govt./LB Schools & 01 Principal from TREIS)
| S.No | Name of the Teacher in GHM Category | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ch. Shankar, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Borgaon, Mugpal (M) Nizamabad (D) |
| 2. | P. Nirmala Jyothi, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Maryala, Bommalaramaram, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri |
| 3. | Mysa Arvind Kumar, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Ponkal, Mamada (M) Nirmal District |
| 4. | A. Vidya Sagar, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Pothireddypalli, Sangareddy District |
| 5. | Panugotu Chatru, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Garidepally Suryapet District |
| 6. | B. Ramesh, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Majeedpally, Wargal (M), Siddipet District |
| 7. | D. Ram Reddy, Gazetted Head Master | PMSHRI ZPHS Narkhuda, Shamshabad (M), Rangareddy District |
| 8. | P. Rekha, Gazetted Head Master | GHS Medak |
| 9. | Gaddam Shashikala, Gazetted Head Master | ZPHS Pipparwada, Bhoraj (M), Adilabad District |
| 10. | N. Thara Singh, Principal | TGR School & Junior College Boys (Dist) Medak |
(2) 21-School Assistants/LFL Head Masters/Physical Directors/PGT from TREIS
| S.No | Name of the Teacher in School Assistant Category | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Avusula Bhanu Prakash, School Assistant (Telugu) | ZPHS Lagadimalakpet, Shamirpet (M) Medchal Malkajgiri |
| 2. | Abdul Khalique, School Assistant (Urdu) | Govt High School Policeline, Mahabubnagar |
| 3. | Konda Thirupathi, School Assistant (English) | ZPHS Ghanapur, Ghanapur (M) |
| 4. | Yamala China Brahmaiah, School Assistant (Physical Science) | ZPHS Damarakunta, Markook (M) Siddipet District |
| 5. | Raghavapuram Gopala Krishna, School Assistant (Mathematics) | ZPHS Kanjar, Mugpal (M) Nizamabad District |
| 6. | Parchala Satya Sridevi, School Assistant (Mathematics) | ZPHS Kommugudem, Palwancha (M) |
| 7. | Vakita Sreedevi, School Assistant (Bio Science) | ZPHS Annaram (V), Gummidala (M) Sangareddy District |
| 8. | Bonagiri Narendhar, School Assistant (English) | ZPSS Maskapur, Khanapur (M) Nirmal District |
| 9. | Damuka Kamalakar, School Assistant (English) | ZPSS Kistapur, Jannaram (M) Mancherial District |
| 10. | Dr. Gollapally Ganesh, School Assistant (Telugu) | MPUPS Thalla Dharmaram, Beerpur (M) Jagtial District |
| 11. | M. Devanna, School Assistant (Social) | ZPHS Apparala (V), Kothakota (M) Wanaparthy District |
| 12. | Kadaveru Satyanarayana, School Assistant (English) | ZPPHS Elabaka (V) Veenavanka (M) Karimnagar District |
| 13. | Cheedipaka Ramulu, School Assistant (Telugu) | ZPHS Kistapur |
| 14. | Dabbugula Yellaiah, School Assistant (Physical Science) | ZPHS Kasarlapahad, Jajireddygudem, Suryapet District |
| 15. | P. Rama Devi, School Assistant (Social Science) | ZPHS Bandaraviral, Abdullapurmet (M) Rangareddy District |
| 16. | Geetla Bharat Reddy, School Assistant (Mathematics) | ZPHS (G) Manthani (M) Peddapalli District |
| 17. | Radarapu Sunitha, School Assistant (Bio Science) | ZPHS Mahbubabad, Mahabubabad District |
| 18. | Muppalla Kavitha, School Assistant (Bio Science) | ZPHS Medchal, Medchal Malkajgiri District |
| 19. | Avusula Sailu @ Srihari, LFL HM | PS Gajula gudem, Chivvem (M) Jayashankar Bhupalapally District |
| 20. | Nookala Lingaiah, Physical Director | ZPHS Jadalpet, Chityal (M) Jayashankar Bhupalapally District |
| 21. | Smt. Konda Kavitha, Junior Lecturer Economics | TGR Junior College (Boys) Sarvail, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri |
(3) SGT/PET/LP Category (11 SGTs/PETs/LPs from Govt./LB Schools & 01 TGT from TREIS)
| S.No | Name of the Teacher in SGT/LP/PET Category | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dantala Sudhakara Rao, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Chenuru, Kalluru (M) Khammam |
| 2. | Mudem Swamy, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPUPS Ponurthi, Rajampet (M) Kamareddy District |
| 3. | Bompaly Bhavani, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Gandhari, Gandhari (M) Kamareddy District |
| 4. | Buka Gangaiah, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPUPS Yemaikunta, Yellavelly (M) Adilabad District |
| 5. | K. Balaji, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPUPS Damaragidda, Chevella (M) Rangareddy District |
| 6. | P. Revathi, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Jampally, Dhaaroor (M) Gadwal District |
| 7. | N. Vishnuvardhan, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Nagarala, Srinagapur Wanaparthy |
| 8. | Daripally Swarupa, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Arkepalli, Bheemaram (M) Mancherial District |
| 9. | Neelam Sridevi, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Ramuni Thanda, Bomma La Ramaram (M) Yadadri Bhuvanagiri District |
| 10. | K. Narsimha, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPUPS Balabadraipally, Gundmal (M) Narayapet District |
| 11. | T. Rajesh Kumar, Secondary Grade Teacher | MPPS Odderagudem, Venkatapur, Mulugu |
| 12. | Smt. H.N. Manimala, PGT (English) | TGR School Borabanda (Girls) Hyderabad |
(4) Lecturer / Sr. Lecturer Category
No candidates finalized.
(5) Aided Schools Category
| S.No | Name of the Teacher with Designation | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | M. Jagadeeswar Reddy, Head Master | M.B.C High School, Mahabubnagar District |
| 2. | G. Kalavathy, S.A (BIO) | VM Home High School Saroor Nagar Ranga Reddy District |
| 3. | T.L. Narender, Drawing Teacher | BKB High School Aided Aazamabad Musheerabad (M) Hyderabad |
(6) Telangana Model Schools Category
| S.No | Name of the Teacher | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | G. Shiva Krishna PGT (Zoology) | PMSHRI Telangana Model School kandlapalli, Jagatiyal District |
| 2. | Jaoi Praveen, TGT (Science) | TGMS Kasipet, Mancherial District |
(7) Kasturba Gandhi Balikala Vidyalaya Category
| S.No | Name of the Teacher | Place of Working |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | G. Sumana Chaitanya, CRT, Hindi | KGBV-Tandur, Mancherial District |
- Government, after careful examination of the matter hereby approve the list of (49) Teachers for awarding State Awards for the year – 2025, as mentioned at Para (2) above.
- The Director of School Education, Telangana, Hyderabad, shall take further necessary action in the matter, accordingly.
Impact of the Awards on Education in Telangana
The announcement of the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025 has multiple positive effects:
- Boosts Teacher Morale: Awarded teachers feel valued, motivating them to continue their impactful work.
- Encourages Innovation: Recognition inspires teachers to adopt creative approaches in their classrooms.
- Community Respect: Parents and communities develop greater trust in government schools when teachers are celebrated.
- Role Models for Students: Students see their teachers receiving honors, motivating them to respect education more deeply.
From my professional perspective, such recognition also helps bridge the gap between urban and rural education, as teachers from remote villages are equally acknowledged on a state platform.
Challenges Teachers Face and Why Recognition Matters
While the awards highlight achievements, they also remind us of the challenges educators overcome daily:
- Large Class Sizes: Many teachers handle classrooms of 60+ students, yet still maintain personal attention.
- Resource Gaps: Especially in rural areas, teachers often manage without adequate teaching aids.
- Social Responsibilities: Beyond academics, teachers handle mid-day meals, awareness campaigns, and counseling.
Recognizing these efforts through initiatives like the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025 is not just fair—it is essential to sustain quality education in the state.
A Step Towards Future-Ready Education
With education rapidly shifting toward digital learning, teachers honored this year also represent a generation ready to adapt. From integrating ICT tools to guiding students in career readiness, these awardees are proof that Telangana’s education system is evolving in the right direction.
It is my belief that the state must continue strengthening teacher training, digital literacy programs, and welfare schemes so that more educators can shine in the coming years.
Conclusion: Celebrating Teachers, Building Futures
The Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025 is a celebration of dedication, passion, and excellence in education. By recognizing 49 outstanding educators across different categories, the government not only honors individuals but also uplifts the entire teaching community.
As students, parents, and citizens, we all benefit from the hard work of teachers. Let us use this occasion not only to congratulate the awardees but also to express gratitude to every teacher who silently shapes our society every single day.
👉 If you’re a teacher, continue inspiring your students—you might be the next awardee!
👉 If you’re a student, remember that respecting and supporting your teachers is the greatest gift you can give them.
FAQs on Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025
Q1. How many teachers received the Telangana Best Teacher Award 2025?
A total of 49 teachers were honored across multiple categories including GHM/Principal, School Assistants, SGTs, Aided Schools, Model Schools, and KGBV.
Q2. What is the purpose of the Telangana Best Teacher Award?
The award recognizes exceptional teachers for their dedication, innovation, and contribution to improving education quality in Telangana.
Q3. Who organizes the Telangana Best Teacher Award?
The awards are organized by the Government of Telangana, School Education Department, and are announced every year on Teachers’ Day, 5th September.