Awards AppointmentsFriday, 8 May 2026·The Hindu
Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards 2026 regional winner from India announced
Indian science teacher Soma Mandal won the South Asia regional title of the 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards on 8 May 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 8 May 2026, Indian science teacher Soma Mandal was named the South Asia regional winner of the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards 2026.
Key specifics
- The awards are organised by Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
- Nine regional winners were selected from a shortlist of 90 teachers.
- Winners receive £500 worth of books for their class and a commemorative trophy.
- Valerie Wheeler von Primus from Malaysia was named the Southeast Asia and Pacific regional winner.
- Joanne Newman from Saudi Arabia was also among the 2026 regional winners.
Exam lens
Awards and honours question, Soma Mandal, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, 9 regional winners, shortlist of 90, £500 books; TNPSC may ask the award organiser and regional title.