PM e-VIDYA & DIKSHA — Digital Learning

What is PM e-VIDYA & DIKSHA — Digital Learning?

PM e-VIDYA is a comprehensive digital education initiative launched in May 2020 under the Atmanirbhar Bharat package, integrating multiple digital learning platforms to provide one-stop access to education for all students from Class 1-12 and teachers. DIKSHA (Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing) is the core platform — India's largest digital learning ecosystem with 6,000+ crore learning sessions, 27+ crore registered users, and content in 35 Indian languages. Key components: (1) DIKSHA portal/app: Free NCERT-aligned content (textbooks, videos, assessments) for Classes 1-12 in all major Indian languages — QR codes on NCERT textbooks link directly to DIKSHA content; (2) SWAYAM Prabha: 34 DTH TV channels broadcasting educational content 24x7 (accessible in remote areas without internet); (3) SWAYAM MOOCs: Free online courses for higher education (1,000+ courses, 10 crore+ enrolled); (4) National Digital Library (NDL): Free access to 90 million+ digital books and research papers; (5) Radio: 'Shiksha Vaani' programme on All India Radio. PM e-VIDYA is free for all students — no registration required for DIKSHA content access.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Free NCERT content (textbooks, videos, quizzes) in 35 languages + Free DTH TV education (SWAYAM Prabha, 34 channels) + Free higher education MOOCs (SWAYAM) + Free 90 million books (NDL) + No internet required for TV content. The scheme was launched in 2020 and is implemented by the Government of India.

Who is Eligible for PM e-VIDYA & DIKSHA — Digital Learning?

• ✓All school students (Class 1-12) — free, no registration required for content
• ✓All school teachers — DIKSHA has teacher training modules (NISHTHA programme)
• ✓Higher education students — SWAYAM MOOCs (swayam.gov.in) registration needed for certificate
• ✓Rural students without internet: Access SWAYAM Prabha (34 DTH channels) on any DD Free Dish TV
• ✓Adults and lifelong learners: SWAYAM MOOCs and National Digital Library accessible to all

Documents Required for PM e-VIDYA & DIKSHA — Digital Learning

How to Apply for PM e-VIDYA & DIKSHA — Digital Learning Online?

1. 1Download 'DIKSHA' app from Google Play Store / Apple App Store — free
2. 2Select your state, board (CBSE/state board), class, and language
3. 3Access free textbooks, videos, and practice questions — no login needed for basic access
4. 4For DIKSHA teacher training: Schools are enrolled by state education departments
5. 5For SWAYAM MOOCs (free certifiable courses): Visit swayam.gov.in → Register → Enrol in courses
6. 6For SWAYAM Prabha TV: Get DD Free Dish connection → Tune to channels 21-54 (education channels)
7. 7National Digital Library: Visit ndl.gov.in → Free registration → Access 90 million+ books

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