The Delhi government has taken a significant step for competitive exam aspirants. According to the Delhi Education Minister, Ashish Sood, the CUET and NEET aspirants will get free online coaching classes from April 1 onwards. This initiative aims to provide government school students with better opportunities to enrol in reputable colleges and clear entrance exams for medical and central universities.
Government signs MoU
On Thursday, March 27, the government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate of Education and BIG Institute to offer free crash courses to students preparing for CUET and NEET after Class 12. The signing of the MOU took place in the presence of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Education Minister Ashish Sood. This move is expected to benefit around 1.63 lakh students from government schools, providing them with quality education and guidance to succeed in competitive exams.
180 hours of coaching over 30 days, starting from April 1
This programme will start on April 1, offering 180 hours of coaching over 30 days, with six hours of classes per day, according to the information shared by the Delhi Education Minister.
"This pro bono initiative will equip our students with the necessary guidance to excel in these crucial exams, significantly enhancing their chances of securing admission into top medical colleges and central universities," he added.
Key details about the free coaching programme
Under this initiative, students will receive six hours of daily online coaching from April 2 to May 2, 2025, covering subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, General Aptitude and English, according to a statement.
The programme includes PDF notes for structured revision, regular scheduled tests to track progress and a dedicated doubt-resolution mechanism for continuous support, it said.
The statement said the initiative would be a 'game-changer' for students from marginalised communities, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their academic aspirations.
(With Inputs from PTI)
