Virtual Award Ceremony 05 September 2026 Nominations close: 02 September 2026
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Xavier Institute for Research and Development
proudly presents

Xavier Excellence
Award 2026

Honouring remarkable educators, researchers, innovators, leaders, scientists and entrepreneurs who create meaningful impact.

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THE SIGNATURE HONOUR

Celebrating
Excellence

A distinguished recognition for outstanding achievement, contribution and impact.

XEA 2026
INSTITUTIONAL CREDENTIALS

Xavier Institute for Research and Development

An Edu-Tech and Research Institute committed to quality, innovation and professional excellence.

MSME REGISTEREDGovernment of India
ISO
ISO 9001:2015Certified Institution
ISO
ISO 21001:2018Certified Institution
RQC
RQC, LONDON, UKAccredited
ABOUT THE AWARD

An award for people who make a difference.

Xavier Excellence Award 2026 is an initiative of the Xavier Institute for Research and Development, an Edu-Tech and Research Institute registered under MSME — Government of India and an ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 21001:2018 certified institution.

The award recognises distinguished contributions and achievements in education, research, innovation, administration, entrepreneurship and related professional domains. It is conceived to honour individuals and contributors whose work demonstrates meaningful achievement and professional impact.

The ceremony will be conducted online, making the recognition accessible to nominees and awardees across locations. Award and certificates are shared via courier, while individuals may nominate themselves or nominate others.

EducationResearchInnovationLeadershipEntrepreneurship
SPECIAL OBSERVANCE

Celebrating National Teachers Day 2026

The Xavier Excellence Award 2026 ceremony is planned in observance of National Teachers Day Celebrations 2026, honouring the educators, mentors and academic contributors whose dedication shapes learning and inspires future generations.

05 September 2026Virtual Award Ceremony · A tribute to excellence in teaching, education and knowledge creation.
EVENT DETAILS

Mark the date. Celebrate excellence.

Key dates for nominations and the Xavier Excellence Award 2026 virtual ceremony, conducted in observance of National Teachers Day Celebrations 2026.

EVENT DATE

05 September 2026

Saturday · Virtual event

NOMINATIONS OPEN

09 August 2026

Self-nomination or nomination of others

NOMINATION ENDS

02 September 2026

Nomination fee applies upon selection

COUNTDOWN TO THE CEREMONY

Get ready to celebrate.

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WHY THIS AWARD

Recognition that adds lasting value.

More than a title, the Xavier Excellence Award brings together formal recognition, professional visibility and a lasting record of achievement for deserving awardees.

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Personalised Memento

Brass-type memento featuring the awardee name, QR code and photo.

02

Glossy Certificate

Glossy laminated certificate available in soft copy / hard copy.

03

Website Publication

Awardee details along with photo will be published on the website.

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Wide Publicity

Recognition promoted through email, newspapers and social media.

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ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Recognition associated with an institution certified to ISO 9001:2015.

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ISO 21001:2018 Certified

Recognition associated with an institution certified to ISO 21001:2018.

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RQC Accredited

Institutional accreditation by RQC, London, UK, as stated by the organiser.

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Professional Profile

Can enhance professional profile and may be useful for API as per UGC norms.

09

NIRF Visibility

Faculty awards might be useful in NIRF ranking.

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NBA & NAAC Support

The award may be used by faculty for NBA and NAAC accreditation purposes.

AWARD CATEGORIES

Find your category.

Best Faculty Award
Best Teacher Award
Best Academician Award
Best Researcher Award
Best Inspiring Faculty Award
Best Innovative Faculty Award
Best Young Faculty Award
Best Young Researcher Award
Best NSS Officer Award
Best NCC Officer Award
Best Patent Award
Best Project Award
Best Research Paper Award
Best Research Grant Award
Best Administrator Award
Best Placement Officer Award
Distinguished Professor Award
Young Emerging Professor Award
Young Emerging Lecturer Award
Emerging Scientist Award
Best HOD Award
Best Director Award
Best Dean Award
Best Vice Principal Award
Best Principal Award
Best Edited Book Award
Best Book Author Award
Best Book Chapter Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Best Motivational Speaker Award
Exemplary Researcher Award
Best Reviewer Award
Best Book Award
Outstanding Department Award
Outstanding Institution in Higher Education
Young Scientist Award
Young Entrepreneur Award
Best Women Entrepreneur Award
Best Alumni Coordinator Award
Best Engineer Award
Best Editor Award
Best International Collaborator Award

No matching award category found.

NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN

Put excellence
in the spotlight.

Nominate yourself or someone whose contribution deserves recognition. Use the QR code or the nomination link to submit your profile.

Open Nomination Form ↗ Nomination fee will be applicable upon selection of the profile.
Scan QR code to nominate for Xavier Excellence Award 2026

Scan to Nominate

Scan the QR code using your phone camera.

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SIMPLE PROCESS

Nominate in three steps.

01

Nominate

Submit your nomination or nominate a deserving person.

02

Selection

Profiles are considered and the nomination fee applies upon selection.

03

Recognition

Attend the virtual ceremony and receive the award and certificate via courier.

GET IN TOUCH

Have a question?
We’re here to help.

For nominations, award categories, event information or other queries, connect with the Xavier Excellence Award 2026 team.

AWARD COORDINATION Dr. C. Angel Sarojini Event Coordinator