MacArthur Foundation (100&Change 2025 Finalist) Pratham’s Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) has been named a finalist solution in the prestigious 100&Change global competition. Launched by the MacArthur Foundation... read more
Yashraj Bharati Samman 2025 Pratham has been selected as a Laureate of the Yashraj Bharati Samman 2025 in the category of Transforming People’s Lives. Instituted by the Yashraj Research Foundation (YRF)... read more
Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2021 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development: The International Jury of the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development, chaired by the former Chief Justice of India, Justice T. S. Thakur, announced the award of the Prize for 2021 to Pratham Education Foundation, as a pioneering civil society organisation dedicated to improving the… read more
2021 Yidan Prize for Education Development Dr. Rukmini Banerji was awarded the 2021 Yidan Prize for Education Development - the world’s highest education accolade. The Yidan Prize is an inclusive education award that recognizes individuals, or up to three-member teams, who have contributed significantly to education research and development. read more
LUI Che Woo Prize in the Positive Energy category for Eliminating Illiteracy, Hong Kong (2018) “Our own values and vision of making the world a better, more positive place are very similar to that of the Prize, and this generous honor from an international award will greatly support the work of Pratham in continuing to promote quality education to the children who are most in need.” Dr. Rukmini Banerji, CEO… read more
Medal for Distinguished Service to Madhav Chavan, Teachers College, Columbia University (2017) Teachers College, Columbia University was founded in 1887 to support immigrant children and their families. Since then, it has worked to promote education, equality, and social change. Each year, the College presents the Medal for Distinguished Service to individuals who have made significant contributions to education and human development. In May 2017, at the Third… read more
BBVA Foundation ‘Frontiers of Knowledge’ Award (2014) "Pratham has expanded the scope of education in resource constrained areas… It has done so through two significant innovations: the creation of simple, accurate and reliable tools for communities to assess learning; and a process that uses scientific evidence to develop new cost-effective programs that drastically improve learning levels."— Jury citation Pratham received the 2014 Banco… read more
Recognition by The Asia Society as Asia Game Changer (2014) In 2014, Dr. Madhav Chavan, co-founder of Pratham Education Foundation, was named an Asia Game Changer for bringing the gift of literacy to millions of children across India. Launched the same year by the Asia Society, the Asia Game Changer Awards recognize individuals who are shaping a better future for Asia in areas such as… read more
The Global Journal named Pratham as one of the Top 100 NGOs in the World (2012 & 2013) Recognizing the vital role of NGOs as powerful agents of change worldwide, The Global Journal highlights those making a meaningful impact by featuring them on a prestigious list. Pratham was honoured to be included on this list for two consecutive years. read more
WISE Prize for Education to Madhav Chavan (2012) “I had friends working for women’s liberation and others promoting the popularization of science. I told them—none of these goals are possible if people cannot read and write.”— Dr. Madhav Chavan, co-founder of Pratham In 2012, Dr. Chavan received the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Prize for his work in providing quality education to… read more
The Kravis Prize in Leadership (2010) “Pratham's approach to improving educational quality is targeted, cost-effective and sustainable. By collaborating closely with government and local communities, Pratham has shown tremendous results and improved millions of children's lives.” — Henry R. Kravis, founding partner, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co and alumnus and trustee, Claremont McKenna College Pratham was selected as the 2010 winner… read more
Most Powerful Women In Business 2018 Every year, Business Today recognizes the Most Powerful Women in the fields of Business and Impact. In 2018, Dr. Rukmini Banerji, CEO of Pratham, was featured among the awardees. Business Today noted, “She has taken a host of initiatives to make elementary education realistic for school children.” See the full list of winners here: https://www.businesstoday.in/specials/most-powerful-women-2018/photo/the-most-powerful-women-in-business-2018-5722-2018-09-10/43 read more
Social Enterprise of the Year: Business Standard Corporate Social Responsibility Awards (2017) “Pratham started in 1995, but even in 2017 they are very relevant in the journey. They continue to excel in what they are doing, taking it beyond what they have done in the past.” — Deep Joshi, award jury member and co-founder of Professional Assistance for Development Action (PRADAN) read more
HT for Mumbai ‘Changemaker’ title under the ‘Education’ category to Farida Lambay (2016) On January 12, 2016, Ms. Farida Lambay, co-founder of Pratham Education Foundation, was honoured with the HT for Mumbai 'Changemaker' award in the Education category by the jury, as well as in the Popular Choice category. “Pratham’s volunteers not only helped rescue child labourers, but also made efforts to reunite them with their families,” said… read more
‘Agent of Social Change’ as part of GQ Men of the Year Awards to Madhav Chavan (2015) The international magazine GQ hosts the annual ‘Men of the Year’ awards to recognize outstanding achievements by men across various fields, including philanthropy and social entrepreneurship. In 2015, Pratham co-founder Dr. Madhav Chavan was honoured with the ‘Agent of Social Change’ award for his impactful work. read more
‘Seva Ratna’ Sahyadri Navratna Award by Doordarshan to Farida Lambay (2013) Ms. Farida Lambay, co-founder of Pratham Education Foundation and founder of the Pratham Council for Vulnerable Children, received the prestigious Sahyadri Navratna Award from Doordarshan Kendra, Mumbai, for her outstanding contribution to social work, particularly in addressing child labour and promoting education for underprivileged children. read more
AIMA Public Service Excellence Award (2013) Dr. Madhav Chavan, co-founder of Pratham, was awarded the AIMA Public Service Excellence Award for his contributions to the education sector. He was recognized for pioneering initiatives, such as Read India and the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), and for the scale and impact of these programs. read more
Times of India Social Impact Award for Pratham USA (2013) Pratham USA was awarded the Times of India (TOI) Social Impact Award in the category International Contribution to India. Dr. Atul Varadhachary , President, Pratham USA, received the award. The President of India attended the ceremony amongst other prominent leaders. read more
Qimpro Award for Excellence (2012) Dr. Madhav Chavan, co-founder of Pratham Education Foundation, was awarded the Qimpro Award for introducing world-class quality practices in an education institution. The Qimpro Awards, known as one of India’s top quality honors, recognize exceptional achievements in performance, corporate governance, and social responsibility. read more
Indian Business Leader Award by CNBC TV 18 to Madhav Chavan (2010) Dr. Madhav Chavan was awarded within the Social Enterprise Category (2010). This award recognizes leaders that have made a difference by carving a niche for themselves and creating an edge above their peers. read more
EMPI-Indian Express Innovation Award for Read India (2009) Pratham was recognized for its innovation in education through the Read India program. The EMPI Group of Institutions launched the Indian Innovation Awards in 2005 as part of the broader initiative called Mission Innovative India, which was started by former President Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. read more
CNN-IBN Indian of the Year in Public Service Category (2009) The CNN-IBN Indian of the Year award is presented annually by the Indian media house CNN-IBN to individuals excelling in fields, such as Politics, Sports, Business, Entertainment, Public Service, and Global Indian. Pratham received this award in recognition of its significant contribution to literacy and education. read more
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Shiksha Puraskar (Govt of Bihar) to Rukmini Banerji (2008) The award was instituted in 2008 by state government to honour the person who is making effort for education in the state especially among poor children. It is the highest award in education field given by Bihar government. Dr. Rukmini Banerji is the first person to receive this award. read more
