NCCB has annual awards for Mastercraftsperson and Young Craftsperson covering different age groups and inspiring artisans of all ages to strive for excellence. The Mastercraftsperson Lifetime Award acknowledges the creativity, aesthetics and rare skill of Masters as well as their contribution of sharing their skill with the younger generation. Since 1998 the Shilu Abed Mastercraftsperson Lifetime Award under new sponsorship. NCCB is deeply committed to the encouragement and promotion of crafts and craftspeople of this country; its efforts are supported by its multidisciplinary membership.
Three Annual Awards are given to acknowledge and honour the outstanding skill of craftspeople, at various stages of their lives.
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No. | Name | Address | Medium | Year |
1. | Tofael Ahmad (Lifetime Award) | 3/7, Block-B, Lalmatia, Dhaka- 1207 | Research and Publication | 1998 |
2. | Majeda Khatun | Village: Japai Para, PO: Asanpur, Dist: Chapai-Nababganj | Nokshikantha (embroidered quilt) | 1999 |
3. | Jhorna | Village: Amirabad, PO: Nabiganj, Dist: Chapai- Nababganj | Nokshikantha (embroidered quilt) | 1999 |
4. | Rasheda | Village: Nishchinti, PO: Nishchinti, Dist: Jamalpur | Nokshikantha (embroidered quilt) | 1999 |
5. | Badrunnesa (Maya) | Village: Bijeshwar, PO: Ulchapara, Dist: Brahmanbariya | Nokshikantha (embroidered quilt) | 1999 |
6. | Maranchand Pal (Lifetime Award)
| Rayerbazar, Dhaka | Clay craft | 2000 |
7. | Manjulika Chakma (Lifetime Award) | Rangamati, Chittagong Hill Tracks | Tribal weaving | 2001 |
8. | Fulmoni Richil | Village: Telikholi, PO: Haluaghat, Dist: Mymensingh | Bamboo and cane crafts | 2002 |
9. | Dheerendralal Chakma | Village: betchhori, PO: Naniyachor, Dist: Rangamati | Bamboo and cane crafts | 2002 |
10. | Pulindro Sinha | Village: Majhergaon, PO: Adampur Bazar, Dist: Moulovibazar | Bamboo and cane crafts | 2002 |
11. | Shah Alam Mia | Village: Bornid Para, PO: Delduwar, Dist: Tangail | Bamboo and cane crafts | 2002 |
12. | Gayasur Chakma | Village: Maichchhori, PO: Naniyachor, Dist: Rangamati | Bamboo and cane crafts | 2002 |
13. | Nidhiram Bashak | Village: Bochitpur, PO: Delduar, Dist: Tangail | Tangail saree | 2003 |
14. | Mohammad Humayun Mia | Village: Bishnopur, PO: Delduar, Dist: Tangail | Tangail saree | 2003 |
15. | Md. Ashraf Mia | Village: Pathrayil, PO: Delduar, Dist: Tangail | Tangail saree | 2003 |
16. | Md. Manik Sarker | E/40, Hajaribari School Road Mohakhali, Dhaka | Metal craft | 2004 |
17. | Nimai Chandra Pal | Village: Dhanchura, PO: Saturia, Dist: Manikganj | Metal craft | 2004 |
18. | Binoy Bhushon Kormokar | Village: Sarishadoiyo, PO: Mirzapur, Dist: Tangail | Metal craft | 2004 |
19. | Jahanara Akhter | Village: Chholga, PO: Shokhipur, Dist: Tangail | Jute craft | 2005 |
20. | Md. Ali Akbar | Savar, Dhaka | Jute craft | 2005 |
21. | Sokhina Begum | Village: Baamdai, Dist: Tangail | Jute craft | 2005 |
22. | Maleka Begum | Village: Gadtola, PO: Pathrail, Dist: Tangail | Jute craft | 2005 |
23. | Ganesh Karmakar | Village: Ruhitpur, PO: Ruhitpur, P.S: Keraniganj, Dist: Dhaka | Art of jewelry making | 2006 |
24. | KSH Chauton | Village: Humerjan, P.S: Kamalganj, Dist: Moulovibazar | Art of jewelry making | 2006 |
25. | Ramkrishna Karmakar | Village: Pathrayil, PO: Delduwar, Zilla: Tangail | Art of jewelry making | 2006 |
26. | Dilip Karmakar
| Village: Pathrayil, PO: Delduwar, Dist: Tangail | Art of jewelry making | 2006 |
27. | Abir Das | Savar, Dhaka | Art of jewelry making | 2006 |
28. | Md. Jalal Mia | Village: Nowapara, PO: Tarabo, P.S: Rupganj, Dist: Narayanganj | Art of Jamdani weaving | 2007 |
29. | Md. Ismail | Village: Nowapara, PO: Tarabo, P.S: Rupganj, Dist: Narayanganj | Art of Jamdani weaving | 2007 |
30. | Jahangir Alam | Village: Kazipara, PO: Barabo Bazar, Dist: Narayanganj | Art of Jamdani weaving | 2007 |
31. | Joya Rani | Salesian Sisters, 105/1/A, Monipuri Para, Tejgaon, Dhaka | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
32. | Monika Mandal | Village: Talikabari, PO: Holdibuniya, P.S: Mongla, Dist: Bagerhaat | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
33. | Shahinur | Police Fari, East Rampura, Dhaka- 1209 | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
34. | Smriti Murmu | Village: Parboni, PO: Jonail, P.S: Boraigram, Dist: Natore | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
35. | Md. Belal Hossain | 362/1/A Zafrabaad, Mohammadpur, Dhaka- 1207 | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
36. | Shadhona Rani | Village: Mohonpur, PO: Monirampur, P.S: Monirampur, Dist: Jessore | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
37. | Kajali Molik | Monerbari Hostoshilpo Memorial Christian Hospital, P.S: Chokoria, Dist: Cox’s Bazar | Hand Embroidery | 2008 |
38. | Aditya Kumar Ghotok | 24/1, Bhatpara, Savar, Dhaka | woodcraft | 2009 |
39. | Silvester Prasanto Baroi | Village+PO: Narikelbari, P.S: Kotalipara, Dist: Gopalganj | woodcraft | 2009 |
40. | Abdul Awal Molla | Village: Dattapara, PO: Sonargaon, P.S: Sonargaon, Dist: Narayanganj | woodcraft | 2009 |
41. | Mst. Rasheda Begum | Village: Kolakanda, PO: Sribordi, P.S: Sribordi, Dist: Sherpur | woodcraft | 2009 |
42. | Ramkrishna Pal (Lifetime Award) | Village: East Sidda PO: East Sidda P.S: Dammuda Dist: Shariyatpur | Painted pottery (Lakhmisora) | 2011 |
43. | Shubodh Chandra Sarker (Lifetime Award) | Kalibari Road, Kishorganj | Paper Craft | 2012 |
44. | Gonesh Chandra Pal (Lifetime Award) | Village: Nolkhi, PO: Rathula, P.S: Delduwar, Dist: Tangail | Clay craft | 2013 |
45. | Chandi Charan Das (Lifetime Award) | Village: Habinagar, PO: Ranihati, P.S: Shibganj, Dist: Chapainababganj | Silk weaving | 2014 |
46 | Safia Begum (Lifetime Award) | Garalia, Nagari, Kaliganj, Gazipur | Natural Fiber Jute | 2015 |
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The Mastercraftsperson Award celebrates exceptional artisans whose mastery reflects years of dedication, innovation, and cultural stewardship. Honouring individuals with extraordinary skill and vision, the award recognises not only their creativity but also their contribution to preserving traditional knowledge within contemporary contexts.
Mastercraftsperson Award for the mature craftspeople under 60 years, are given in honour of Shilpachargya Zainul Abedin, Patua Qamrul Hasan, researcher Principal Tofail Ahmed and Shilpa Rashid Choudhury who were at the helm of the Craft movement in Bangladesh. They are among the Founder Members of NCCB. These artisans embody the highest standards of excellence in craftsmanship, often working across generations to sustain heritage practices. By celebrating their artistry, NCCB ensures that craft traditions are not only valued but remain relevant and inspiring. The award serves as a symbol of respect for lifelong dedication and nurtures appreciation for the enduring role of master artisans.
Young Craftspersons Award is awarded to four young generation artisans, under 30 years. The Young Craftsperson Award is designed to encourage and inspire the emerging generation of artisans who show exceptional promise in craftsmanship. Recognising creativity, innovation, and dedication at an early stage, this award motivates young talents to continue refining their skills while exploring new ideas within traditional frameworks. It supports their journey of learning and experimentation, bridging cultural heritage with modern aspirations. By honouring young artisans, NCCB not only nurtures individual growth but also safeguards the continuity of crafts. The award uplifts youth as the future custodians of culture, empowering them to pursue excellence while innovating for tomorrow’s craft landscape.
The National Crafts Council of Bangladesh (NCCB), also known as Bangladesh Jatiya Karushilpa Parishad, founded in 1985, is the apex organization dedicated to the promotion, research, and preservation of traditional crafts in Bangladesh.
Any Bangladeshi citizen involved in the promotion, practice, development, preservation, or research of folk arts and crafts may be eligible for membership, subject to approval by the Governing Council.
NCCB offers Individual Membership, Organizational/Institutional Membership, Life Membership, and Associate Membership.
Applicants can apply for membership when invited by the Governing Council. Applications are reviewed by the Standing Executive Committee and approved by the Governing Council.
The membership fee is determined by NCCB and may vary depending on the category of membership.
Members gain opportunities for networking, participation in fairs and exhibitions, marketing support, international recognition platforms, and eligibility for NCCB awards.
Executive Committee members are selected or elected according to NCCB’s governing rules from among its approved members.
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