Celebrating Innovation: ARISE Excellence Awards 2026

The ARISE Excellence Awards 2026, in partnership with FICCI, honors schools transforming education through innovation, inclusion, and leadership. With a robust evaluation and growing participation, the awards highlight impactful practices in diverse contexts, aligning with the national vision for future-focused educational growth in India.

The Association for Reinventing School Education (ARISE), in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), has launched the 4th Edition of the ARISE Excellence Awards 2026. This national platform celebrates schools pioneering innovative and inclusive education, emphasizing excellence and institutional leadership.

Over its past three editions, these awards have become a benchmark within the K-12 ecosystem, showcasing impactful transformations across India's educational landscape. The awards have seen increased participation from both government and private schools, highlighting a national shift towards innovative and equitable education practices.

Applications for the awards, evaluated by eminent experts, are now open, closing on June 30, 2026. The winners will be announced at the ARISE Annual School Education Conference, reflecting meaningful educational change that resonates with India's vision for 2047. More details can be found at awards.ariseedu.in.