i) Scheme Type

• National Educational Television Broadcasting Initiative of the Government of India.
• Implemented by the Ministry of Education (MoE).
• SWAYAM Prabha is a group of dedicated Direct-to-Home (DTH) educational channels that broadcast high-quality educational content 24×7.
• The platform provides educational access to learners who may have limited or no access to reliable internet connectivity.

ii) Objectives

The scheme aims to:

• Provide quality educational content to learners across the country through satellite broadcasting.
• Ensure equitable access to education, particularly in remote, rural, and underserved regions.
• Support digital and distance learning initiatives.
• Supplement classroom teaching with expert lectures and educational programmes.
• Assist students preparing for school, higher education, professional, and competitive examinations.
• Promote inclusive learning irrespective of geographical location.

iii) Eligibility Criteria

There are no specific eligibility restrictions.
Beneficiaries include:

• School Students
• Undergraduate Students
• Postgraduate Students
• Research Scholars
• Faculty Members
• Competitive Examination Aspirants
• Lifelong Learners
• Learners in remote and rural areas
• Students without access to high-speed internet

Any individual with access to a television and DTH reception facility can benefit from the service.

iv) Terms & Conditions

• Educational content is broadcast free of cost.
• Programmes are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Content is periodically repeated, allowing learners to view missed lectures.
• Courses and lectures are developed by leading educational institutions and subject experts.
• Access to broadcasts does not require payment of course fees.
• Viewers may supplement learning through related online platforms where available.

v) Documents Required

No formal application is required.
To access SWAYAM Prabha, learners generally need:

• Television Set.
• DTH Receiver/Set-Top Box capable of receiving the designated channels.
• Electricity and broadcasting access.

No identity documents, registration, or academic certificates are required for viewing educational content.

vi) How to Access

• Obtain access to a DTH television service.
• Tune into the designated SWAYAM Prabha channels.
• View scheduled educational programmes and lectures.
• Refer to the SWAYAM Prabha schedule online for subject-wise broadcasts.
• Utilize accompanying learning resources where available.

vii) Government of India / Sponsoring Department

Nodal Ministry

Ministry of Education, Government of India

Implementing Agency

Information and Library Network Centre

Official Website

https://swayamprabha.gov.in

Ministry Website

https://www.education.gov.in

INFLIBNET Centre

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

viii) Entitlement / Financial Benefit

Content is contributed by national institutions such as:

• National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning
• University Grants Commission
• Consortium for Educational Communication
• Indira Gandhi National Open University
• National Council of Educational Research and Training
• Other national educational agencies.

i) Scheme Type

• A Central Sector initiative of the Government of India under the Ministry of Education.
• A nationwide digital knowledge access programme providing subscription-based access to scholarly journals and research publications.
• Designed to provide equitable and seamless access to global scientific literature for students, researchers and faculty members.
• Implemented through a centralized subscription mechanism covering major international publishers and databases.

ii) Objectives

The scheme aims to:

• Provide universal access to high-quality scholarly journals and research databases.
• Strengthen research and innovation ecosystems in India.
• Reduce duplication of institutional subscriptions and optimize expenditure on scientific literature.
• Ensure equitable access to knowledge resources for students, researchers and faculty members across institutions.
• Promote multidisciplinary research and international collaboration.
• Support the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

iii) Eligibility Criteria

The benefits under ONOS are intended for:

• Students enrolled in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs).
• Faculty members and teachers.
• Research scholars and postdoctoral fellows.
• Scientists and researchers working in Government-funded institutions.
• Universities, colleges and research laboratories recognized by the Government of India.
• Institutions participating under the ONOS framework.

Individual users generally access resources through their respective institutions.

iv) Terms & Conditions

• Access is governed by licensing agreements and publisher-specific conditions.
• Resources are intended strictly for academic, teaching and research purposes.
• Commercial use, unauthorized reproduction and redistribution of copyrighted materials are prohibited.
• Institutions must comply with access protocols and usage guidelines.
• The Government of India may revise participating publishers and subscription arrangements periodically.

v) Documents Required

Generally, no separate documents are required for end users. Access may require:

• Institutional affiliation or identity.
• Official email address or login credentials.
• Student, faculty or researcher registration details.
• User authentication provided by the concerned institution.

No income certificate, caste certificate or scholarship-related documents are required.

vi) How to Access

1. Visit the official ONOS Portal or access the facility through your institution.
2. Log in using institutional credentials or authorized access mechanisms.
3. Browse journals, books and databases available under the subscription.
4. Search scholarly articles, reviews and research publications.
5. Download and utilize resources for academic and research purposes.
6. Use advanced search and citation tools for efficient literature review.

vii) Government of India / Sponsoring Department

Nodal Ministry

Ministry of Education, Government of India

Implementing Agency

Government of India through designated national coordination mechanisms

Official Website

https://www.education.gov.in

Coverage

Government-funded Higher Educational Institutions, Universities and Research Organizations across India

viii) Entitlement / Benefits

One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) seeks to democratize access to scholarly knowledge and create a robust research ecosystem by providing nationwide access to world-class scientific literature and academic resources.

i) Scheme Type

• National Digital Education and Knowledge Repository of the Government of India.
• Developed and maintained by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur under the aegis of the Ministry of Education (MoE).
• The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a single-window digital platform providing access to millions of educational resources, including books, journals, theses, articles, videos, lectures, question papers, reports and other learning materials.
• NDLI supports school education, higher education, research, lifelong learning and skill development.

ii) Objectives

The scheme aims to:

• Provide universal access to quality educational resources.
• Create a single-window search platform for learning materials across disciplines and educational levels.
• Support students, teachers, researchers and lifelong learners.
• Promote digital learning and knowledge sharing.
• Enhance access to academic and research resources irrespective of geographical location.
• Support the objectives of Digital India and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

iii) Eligibility Criteria

NDLI is open to all learners and knowledge seekers. Eligible beneficiaries include:

• School Students
• Undergraduate Students
• Postgraduate Students
• Research Scholars
• Faculty Members
• Librarians
• Scientists and Researchers
• Competitive Examination Aspirants
• Working Professionals
• Lifelong Learners

There are generally no age restrictions and no minimum educational qualification requirements for accessing NDLI resources.

iv) Terms & Conditions

• Registration is generally free of cost.
• Users must comply with copyright and licensing conditions applicable to individual resources.
• Access to certain resources may depend on institutional subscriptions or publisher permissions.
• Resources are intended for educational, academic and research purposes.
• Unauthorized reproduction or commercial exploitation of copyrighted materials is prohibited.
• NDLI reserves the right to modify access policies and services whenever necessary.

v) Documents Required

For basic registration:

• Name of User
• Email Address
• Mobile Number (optional in some cases)
• Educational / Professional Details (optional)
• Institution Name (if applicable)

No income certificate, caste certificate or scholarship-related documents are required.

vi) How to Access

1. Visit the NDLI Portal: https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in
2. Register as a user (optional for basic browsing but recommended for personalized services).
3. Create a user profile.
4. Search resources using keywords, subjects, authors, institutions or educational levels.
5. Access books, journals, articles, videos, theses and other learning materials.
6. Use personalized features such as collections, recommendations and reading lists.

vii) Government of India / Sponsoring Department

Nodal Ministry

Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India

Implementing Agency

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Official Website

https://www.education.gov.in

NDLI Portal

https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in

Host Institution

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India

viii) Entitlement / Benefits

NDLI hosts resources from numerous national and international institutions and serves learners across all stages of education and professional development.

i) Scheme Type

• A flagship Centrally Sponsored Mission of the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
• Aims to leverage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to improve access, equity and quality in higher education.
• Supports development of digital infrastructure, e-content, virtual laboratories and online learning resources.
• Provides a framework for technology-enabled teaching and learning across educational institutions.

ii) Objectives

The scheme aims to:

• Enhance access to quality educational resources through ICT.
• Promote digital and online learning across higher educational institutions.
• Bridge the digital divide among learners.
• Develop high-quality e-content and virtual learning environments.
• Strengthen teaching-learning processes using modern technologies.
• Support lifelong learning and capacity building.
• Facilitate collaboration among universities, institutions and researchers.

iii) Eligibility Criteria

The benefits and resources under NMEICT are intended for:

• Students pursuing higher education.
• Teachers and faculty members.
• Researchers and scholars.
• Universities and Higher Educational Institutions.
• Technical institutions and colleges.
• Professionals seeking skill enhancement and lifelong learning opportunities.

No specific age or income restrictions are prescribed for accessing the educational resources developed under the Mission.

iv) Terms & Conditions

• Most educational resources and digital platforms are available free of cost.
• Usage of resources is subject to copyright and licensing conditions.
• Institutions participating under NMEICT must adhere to guidelines issued by the Ministry of Education.
• Resources are meant primarily for educational and academic purposes.
• The Government may revise the scope and implementation framework of the Mission from time to time.

v) Documents Required

Generally, no separate documents are required for accessing NMEICT resources. However, some platforms may require:

• Name of User.
• Email Address.
• Mobile Number.
• Institution Name (if applicable).
• Academic or Professional Details for registration on specific portals.

vi) How to Access

1. Visit the Ministry of Education website: https://www.education.gov.in
2. Access NMEICT-supported platforms and initiatives such as SWAYAM, Virtual Labs, e-Yantra, Spoken Tutorial and National Digital Library of India.
3. Register on the respective platform, wherever required.
4. Browse and utilize digital learning resources and courses.
5. Participate in online learning and certification programmes.

vii) Government of India / Sponsoring Department

Nodal Ministry

Ministry of Education, Government of India

Mission

National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT)

Official Website

https://www.education.gov.in

Major Platforms

SWAYAM, Virtual Labs, e-Yantra, Spoken Tutorial, National Digital Library of India and other ICT-enabled initiatives.

viii) Entitlement / Benefits

NMEICT serves as an umbrella mission supporting several flagship digital education initiatives aimed at transforming higher education through Information and Communication Technology.

i) Scheme Type

• A free digital learning and entrance examination preparation initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
• Developed jointly by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur and the Ministry of Education.
• Provides quality coaching, self-assessment tools and learning resources for competitive entrance examinations.
• Designed to democratize access to high-quality exam preparation resources for students across the country.

ii) Objectives

The scheme aims to:

• Provide free and equitable access to quality preparation materials for entrance examinations.
• Reduce dependence on expensive coaching institutes.
• Support students through video lectures, practice tests and mock examinations.
• Enhance conceptual understanding and self-learning capabilities.
• Promote inclusive and technology-enabled education.
• Improve the success rate of students appearing in competitive examinations.

iii) Eligibility Criteria

SATHEE is open to all students preparing for competitive examinations. Eligible beneficiaries include:

• Students preparing for JEE Main and JEE Advanced.
• NEET aspirants.
• Students appearing for other engineering and science entrance examinations.
• Class XI and XII students seeking conceptual strengthening.
• School students from rural and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Self-learners and competitive examination aspirants.

There are generally no age restrictions or income criteria for accessing SATHEE resources.

iv) Terms & Conditions

• Registration and access to learning resources are free of cost.
• Resources are intended for educational and self-learning purposes.
• Users must comply with platform guidelines and terms of use.
• The Ministry of Education and IIT Kanpur may revise features and services periodically.
• Access to certain services may require registration using email or mobile number.

v) Documents Required

For registration and access, users may require:

• Name of the Candidate.
• Email Address.
• Mobile Number.
• Class or Educational Qualification Details.
• Preferred Examination Category (JEE, NEET, etc.).

No income certificate, caste certificate or other supporting documents are generally required.

vi) How to Access

1. Visit the SATHEE Portal: https://sathee.iitk.ac.in
2. Create a user account or sign in.
3. Select the desired examination category.
4. Access video lectures, practice questions and self-assessment modules.
5. Attempt mock tests and analyze performance.
6. Continue learning through personalized recommendations and revision resources.

vii) Government of India / Sponsoring Department

Nodal Ministry

Ministry of Education, Government of India

Implementing Institution

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Official Website

https://www.education.gov.in

SATHEE Portal

https://sathee.iitk.ac.in

Academic Partner

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

viii) Entitlement / Benefits

SATHEE is a flagship digital initiative aimed at making high-quality entrance examination preparation affordable and accessible to every student in India.