Process

IDA Education Awards 2024 - Process

Ensure all Eligibility and Judging criteria are met.
Announcements: IDA website, personalized email, digital marketing campaigns, and social media.
Details and nomination form: awards.indiadidac.org
Entries must be submitted online in English.
Self-nomination and peer nominations are allowed.
- Self-nomination: Institutions can nominate themselves.
- Peer nomination: Institutions can nominate a deserving peer School/College/Education institute. The nominator should be familiar with the nominee’s work and accomplishments and submit the institution’s details to the Awards Management Team for processing.
Nominations must be submitted by the legal owner/head or with their permission.
Entries should showcase innovation, impact, future readiness, and development beyond the classroom.
Nomination form must include:
- Nominee & Nominating Authority details
- Years of operation, Employment positions, Awards and Recognitions.
- Testimonials (optional).
- Supporting Evidence and documents
Submission deadline: 12th July 2024.
Entries are checked for eligibility and completeness.
Judging: Online & Grand Jury of Education experts and Industry leaders.
Jury’s decision is final.
Awards Ceremony: 18th September 2024, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.

Terms & Conditions

Submission Deadline: Nominations must be submitted by 12 July 2024.
Multiple Categories: Entries can be made in multiple categories if tailored for relevance.
Submission Length: Follow the word count limit on the entry form.
Supporting Material: Upload supporting materials via the entry form.
Usage Rights: IDA reserves the right to use any submitted material for future use or publicity.
Data Security: Entries will be securely stored and monitored for judges’ access.
Award Cancellations: IDA may cancel or add awards in categories if necessary.
Terms Changes: IDA can change terms and conditions without notice.
No Fees: No nomination fees, but finalists may voluntarily cover travel and stay expenses.
Final Decision: Jury’s decision is final; no queries entertained.
Confidentiality: Financial/confidential data will be respected unless permission is given for use.
Document Requests: IDA may request additional supporting documents.
No Pre-screening: IDA is not responsible for pre-screening entries for IP or legal issues.
Compliance: Participants must agree to these terms; withdrawal requests must be emailed before the application deadline.

Supporting Documents Submission:

Further Evaluation: IDA may ask for additional documents or evidence during the evaluation process.
No Liability: IDA is not liable for monitoring or screening entry materials for IP or legal violations.

Answer Questions Judiciously:
- Read criteria and questions carefully.
- Ensure answers are focused and relevant.
Follow Instructions Completely:
- Match your entry to the criteria.
- Adhere to word count and upload sizes.
- Use stipulated formats and complete the form.
- Submit before the deadline.
Communicate with Precision & Clarity:
- Be concise, clear, and focused.
- Avoid jargon, inflated claims, and unedited content.
- Do not print pages from your website for judges.
Include Supporting Evidence & Documentation:
- Provide necessary back-up material.
- Include up-to-date testimonials, videos, facts, and figures.
- Ensure supporting material backs up your claims.
Make Information Easily Accessible:
- Focus on the main points in your submission form.
- Use short URLs and avoid lengthy websites.
- Avoid large files that are hard to navigate.
Delegate the Work:
- Designate an Awards coordinator to manage the process.
Leave Enough Time:
- Start early to avoid a last-minute rush.
- Allocate more time than you think you’ll need.
Proofread Thoroughly:
- Have the best writer polish the submission.
- Check spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Using these tips won’t guarantee success, but they will improve your chances of making a compelling entry.

ALL THE BEST!