What is ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme?
ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) — also called Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram or New India Literacy Programme (NILP) — is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in February 2022 to make 5 crore adult non-literates (age 15+) functionally literate by 2027. The scheme has five components: (1) Foundational Literacy and Numeracy; (2) Critical Life Skills (financial, digital, legal, electoral); (3) Vocational Skills; (4) Basic Education (Class 3–8 equivalency); and (5) Continuing Education. ULLAS leverages volunteers (teachers, students, NGOs, retirees) and the DIKSHA + ULLAS App for self-paced digital learning in 22 Indian languages. Annual Foundational Literacy Assessment Test (FLNAT) certifies learners.
ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | ULLAS — Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram 2026 — Free Adult Literacy Programme for Non-Literates 15+ |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2022 |
| Benefit | FREE foundational literacy + life skills + vocational skills + basic education equivalency (Class 3–8) for adults 15+ — digital + classroom modes, 22 languages |
| Category | Education |
| Last Verified | 15 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nilp.education.gov.in |
Benefits of ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme
FREE foundational literacy + life skills + vocational skills + basic education equivalency (Class 3–8) for adults 15+ — digital + classroom modes, 22 languages
Who is Eligible for ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme?
- ✓Indian citizens aged 15 years and above
- ✓Non-literates and neo-literates
- ✓Adults who dropped out of formal schooling
- ✓Priority: rural women, SC/ST, minorities, urban slum dwellers, migrant workers
- ✓Volunteer teachers (Akshar Doot) can also enroll to teach
Documents Required for ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme
How to Apply for ULLAS Adult Literacy Programme Online?
- 1Register as a learner (or as a volunteer teacher/Akshar Doot) on the ULLAS App or via nilp.education.gov.in.
- 2Give a mobile number for ULLAS App registration — no income or educational certificate is required.
- 3Show Aadhaar Card or any age proof only to confirm you are 15 years or older.
- 4Connect with local volunteer teachers, students, NGOs, or retirees who run ULLAS outreach in your area.
- 5Learn via the free DIKSHA + ULLAS App in 22 Indian languages, or attend classroom sessions run by volunteers.
- 6Progress through the five components — foundational literacy, life skills, vocational skills, basic education, continuing education.
- 7Appear for the annual FLNAT (Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test) to get officially certified as literate.
Official Government Portal
Submit your application yourself on nilp.education.gov.in; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
🔗Apply on nilp.education.gov.in