Dr. Ankit Paul’s educational journey is a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence. He began his schooling at National English Higher Secondary School, where he completed his education from nursery to class 9th. He then continued his studies at Sarada Convent School, completing class 10th. For his higher secondary education, Dr. Paul attended Nirmal Higher Secondary School in Jagdalpur, completing both class 11th and 12th there.
Dr. Ankit Paul pursued his engineering studies in Electronics and Telecommunication at Government Engineering College Raipur and Jagdalpur. Following this, he completed a B.Sc. in Science, an M.Sc. in Physics, and an MBA in Human Resource Management. Dr. Paul also earned a PGDCA from Lakhitiya Computer Centre. To gain practical experience, he worked as the Principal at Bhaba Industrial Training Institute for one year.
Dr. Ankit Paul further honed his skills by working as an Instrumentation Engineer for six months at DRDO. Alongside his engineering career, he was also deeply involved in teaching. He taught at various schools, including The Vidya Mandir Higher Secondary School and Deepti Convent Higher Secondary School. Later, he worked as a VidyaMitan Teacher at Government Higher Secondary School, Titirgaon, and Nagar Nigam Higher Secondary School, Jagdalpur for nearly two years. After clearing the examination through the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board, he was appointed as a Physics Lecturer at Government Higher Secondary School, Sadgud, under the District Panchayat, Bastar. He continues to serve as a regular Physics Lecturer in the Local Body Education Department at Government Higher Secondary School, Sadgud.
Dr. Ankit Paul has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, such as the AGL Learning Award, Best Science Teacher of the Year (2022, 2023, 2024), and the Best Top 100 Teachers in India Award (2022, 2023, 2024). He has also been honored with the Asian Icon Awards (2022, 2023), Bharat Gaurav Ratna Samman, and the Indian Icons Award. In recognition of his exceptional contributions to education, Dr. Paul was awarded Doctorates in Education from two distinguished institutions: the World Peace Institute of United Nations and the World Human Rights Trust. These honors have further cemented his place as a prominent figure in education. Additionally, he received the Best Lecturer of the Year Award for 2022 and 2023 from the D Fair Vision Foundation, further recognizing his impact in the field.
Dr. Paul’s dedication extends beyond the classroom. He is a member of the World Human Rights Federation, serving as an Executive Member. His active work promoting human rights across India has earned him recognition, including receiving his Executive Member Identity Card both online and by post from the Federation. In 2022 and 2023, he was also honored with the Icons of Asia Award for his commitment to his field.
Dr. Ankit Paul has made significant strides in scientific education as well. He guided his students in presenting a model of Chandrayaan 3 at the State Youth Festival Block Level Science Exhibition, which was selected for the district-level competition. His dedication to education also led him to complete various online courses, including one on Corona Safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he earned a perfect score of 100%. Additionally, he completed all 20 modules of the course organized by SCRT Raipur, receiving 20 different online certificates. Over the past five years, he has accumulated approximately 28 to 30 awards, including certificates, medals, and shields, which are significant milestones in his life and career.
Dr. Ankit Paul proudly adds the title of Doctor before his name, thanks to the honorary Doctorates he received from two prestigious institutions. These dual recognitions mark a major milestone in his career, reinforcing his excellence in education. Many of his awards have been featured in videos on YouTube, and his certificates, medals, and seals have been widely shared across social media platforms.
Currently, Dr. Ankit Paul is serving as a Physics Lecturer at Government Higher Secondary School, Sadgud, in the Local Body Education Department. The school is located in the Jagdalpur Development Block, Bastar District, Chhattisgarh. His permanent address is Moti Talab Para, House Number 40, Ramaiya Ward Number 17, Behind Shri Mahakali Mandir, near Waheguru Honda Showroom and Dalpat Sagar, with Pin Code 494001. His School UDISE Code is 22153306703, and his contact numbers are 7000836186, 9407959740, and 8959624537.
Dr. Ankit Paul has also been honored with the Online Best Teacher Award by MVA and participated in numerous national-level competitions, winning several accolades for his exceptional contributions. He taught at Saraswati Shishu Mandir Kangoli for two years and completed his B.Ed from Shri Ved Mata Gayatri Mahavidyalaya, Kangoli. He underwent seven days of training at Saraswati Shishu Mandir, Gidam, and another seven-day training from the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in Kondagaon. Dr. Paul was once an active member of the RSS. Additionally, he worked for nearly one year as an instructor at Baba Audyogik Prashikshan Kendra, where he taught Electrician and Fitter trades, offering hands-on learning experiences to students at the Bastar Industrial Training Center.
Dr. Ankit Paul’s family has made remarkable contributions in their respective fields. His father, Shri Deepak Kumar Paul, served as a fully placed Principal at Government Higher Secondary School, Malpal. His mother, Shrimati Archana Paul, retired from Government Middle School in August 2022.
Dr. Ankit’s brother, Shri Ankur Paul, is a Software Engineer and Manager at Broadcom, California, USA. He recently received a promotion and now serves as a Manager. His brother’s wife, Shrimati Sarah Wood, holds a prestigious position at a hospital.
Dr. Ankit’s wife, Shrimati Alka Paul, is currently a housewife, and they have a son, Aaryan Paul, who is currently studying in Nursery at Vidya Jyoti High Secondary School.
Dr. Ankit Paul was born on September 20, 1986, in Jagdalpur, Bastar District, Madhya Pradesh, and has been a resident of Chhattisgarh since the state’s formation. He has received Honorary Doctorates from prestigious institutions, including the World Peace Institute of United Nations Organization and the Global Human Rights Trust Organization for his exceptional contributions.
Furthermore, Dr. Paul successfully completed a seven-day training with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Kondagaon, which was a significant milestone in his professional journey. He was specially sent for this training by Shri Ved Mata Gayatri Mahavidyalaya, Kangoli, marking yet another significant achievement in his career.
Dr. Ankit Paul’s story is one of dedication, perseverance, and continuous growth in both education and human rights advocacy, making him an inspiring figure for many.
