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_Top-performing students from 30 English-medium schools recognised for exceptional academic achievement_<\/p>\n\n\n\n
_*[Dhaka, 14 November 2026]* The British Council hosted the Scholars\u2019 Award 2026 today, 14 November’26, at the Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden, celebrating the exceptional academic achievements of 64 students from 30 English-medium schools across Bangladesh._<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The prestigious awards recognise students who achieved the highest distinction grades in nine or more subjects in their May\/June 2026 Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel qualifications (O Level, IGCSE and International GCSE), and five or more subjects in A Level, which the British Council administers on behalf of UK examination boards. These young achievers represent a new generation of talent who will help shape the nation\u2019s future through diligence, creativity and a passion for learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year, City Bank PLC sponsored scholarships for 57 O Level and IGCSE\/International GCSE awardees, each of whom received BDT 25,000 to support their future studies. The seven A Level awardees each received an exclusive gift voucher from GoZayaan, the event\u2019s Travel Partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Welcoming guests, Maarya Rehman, Deputy Director Bangladesh, British Council, said, \u201cThe Scholars\u2019 Award began with 22 students. This year we celebrate 64. That growth tells us something about the ambition of our young people and the strength of our Partner Schools.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAt the British Council, we are proud to work alongside you. Our role is not only to deliver exams with integrity and care. It is to build a community that celebrates excellence and opens doors to the wider world.\u201d, she added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Md. Arup Haider, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Retail Banking, City Bank PLC, said, \u201cCity Bank is proud to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding young scholars. By recognising their talent and encouraging academic excellence, we hope to inspire them to realise their potential and contribute to Bangladesh\u2019s future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Farjana Absar Jeba, Assistant Manager, Commercial, GoZayaan Limited, said, “It’s a proud moment to see so much talent recognised in one room. My message to every student out there is simple: your effort will take you places; so, dream big and go limitless. GoZayaan is happy to be a part of your journey.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Zunayed Ahmed, Managing Director and Head of Market, British Council Bangladesh, said, \u201cEarning the highest grade in nine or more subjects is an extraordinary achievement. It reflects your hard work, your discipline and your curiosity, and it places you among the very best of your generation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cScholars, today is a milestone, not a finish line. Stay curious, stay generous, and use what you have learned to make a difference, in Bangladesh and beyond.\u201d, he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event brought together more than 200 school leaders, educators, parents and representatives from the British Council\u2019s network of 200 partner schools nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The highlight of the evening was the awards ceremony, where all 64 scholars received crests and certificates in recognition of their outstanding achievements. The top achiever reflected on the learning journeys, how to overcame challenges and aspirations for the future, receiving warm applause from guests and fellow students. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks from Tahnee Yeasmin, Director Business Development, British Council Bangladesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Distinguished guests from leading UK examination boards also attended, including, Sarwat Reza, Country Lead, Bangladesh, Cambridge University Press & Assessment Md, Nakib Haider, Business Development Manager, Bangladesh, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Abdullah Al Mamun, Regional Development Manager- Bangladesh & Nepal, Pearson Edexcel, Jannatul Ferdous Sigma, Regional Development Manager, Pearson Edexcel and Shahin Reza, Country Director – Bangladesh & Nepal, Oxford AQA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Scholars\u2019 Award 2026 reflects the British Council\u2019s enduring commitment to nurturing young people in Bangladesh through globally benchmarked education that promotes academic excellence, creativity and leadership. The growing number of scholars each year, together with the support of City Bank PLC and GoZayaan, reaffirms a shared commitment to advancing the country\u2019s education sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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