How Narendra Modi's Free Online Coaching Initiative Aims to Transform Education for Competitive Exams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled a significant initiative aimed at providing free online coaching for students preparing for competitive exams. This move is designed to alleviate the financial burden on families, particularly those from underprivileged and middle-class backgrounds. During the 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat' event, Modi emphasized the importance of skills alongside traditional education and outlined the government's commitment to reshaping educational policies. With a vision for a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, this initiative could transform the educational landscape in India, making quality coaching accessible to all.

By Ambika Singh Sep 8, 2026, 17:20 IST

Government's Initiative to Alleviate Educational Costs

Vadodara: On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the government is taking steps to ease the financial strain on families of students preparing for competitive exams by offering free online coaching.

During the 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat' event, where he inaugurated or laid the groundwork for development projects worth ₹35,000 crore, Modi referenced a commitment he made during his August 15 speech at the Red Fort.

"Many young individuals prepare for competitive exams, and a large portion of family income is spent on coaching each year," Modi stated.

"Our goal is to alleviate financial burdens for families of underprivileged and middle-class students. Therefore, we are moving towards providing free online coaching, enabling our youth to learn from India's top educators. The government will manage this coaching initiative," he elaborated.

Modi emphasized that the evolving global landscape necessitates a shift in educational approaches, placing equal value on skills alongside traditional degrees.

As a result, the government is reforming educational policies and institutions.

He also highlighted that expertise in Artificial Intelligence will extend beyond the IT sector, impacting agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, and robotics startups.

Modi described the current period in India as an "extraordinary era" and urged the youth to focus on achieving a 'Viksit Bharat' by the year 2047.