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National Teachers’ Day 2026: 5 September Facts

7 September 20261 min read
AWARDS & PERSONSNational Teachers’Day 2026: 5September Facts7 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The annual tribute to educators was observed on 5 September 2026, and awards were given to recognise excellent teaching.

Key facts

  • Date: 5 September each year.
  • Why that day: it is when Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born.
  • His offices: second President of India and its first Vice-President.
  • First celebration: 1962.
  • 2026: National Teachers Awards were presented for excellence in teaching.

Exam angle

  • Person honoured on the day: Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
  • Posts he held: first Vice-President and second President.
  • Year the day was first celebrated: 1962.

Test yourself

1. National Teachers' Day is observed on the birth anniversary of which person?

It marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

2. In which year was Teachers' Day first celebrated in India?

Teachers' Day was first celebrated in 1962.

3. On which date is National Teachers' Day observed?

It falls on 5 September every year.

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