The Delhi Government has launched a new initiative to provide free coaching classes for 2,200 bright students from its government schools. This program aims to help students prepare for important national entrance exams, including JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) for engineering, NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for medicine, CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) for law, CA Foundation (Chartered Accountancy) , and CUET-UG (Common University Entrance Test - Undergraduate) . The coaching classes officially started in late November .
This significant step is part of the Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Vidya Shakti scheme . The scheme’s main goal is to empower deserving students by giving them access to high-quality coaching. This helps them compete with students from more privileged backgrounds. The classes are held conveniently after regular school hours and during weekends, making it easier for students to attend. Leading coaching institutes such as Aakash Institute , Narayana Academy , KD Campus , and Ravindra Institute are partnering with the government to deliver these specialized coaching programs.
Seat Distribution for Top National Exams
The free coaching program has carefully assigned seats for students targeting different exams. It also includes specific reservations for girl students to encourage their participation in professional courses. While the scheme covers 2,200 students in total, here is the detailed breakdown for specific exams mentioned:
| Exam Name | Total Seats Allocated | Seats Reserved for Girls |
| JEE | 50 | 50 |
| NEET | 50 | 50 |
| CLAT | 50 | 50 |
| CA Foundation | 50 | 50 |
| CUET-UG | 1,000 | 150 |
For the engineering, medical, law, and accountancy exams, 50 seats each are available. For CUET-UG, which allows entry into many universities, 1,000 seats have been set aside. Girls have full reservation in the professional exam batches, meaning all 50 seats for JEE, NEET, CLAT, and CA Foundation are for them. For CUET-UG, 150 seats are reserved for girl students.
Selection Process and Student Support
The selection process for this competitive coaching program was rigorous. Over 62,000 students took a special entrance test held in October . After the test, students underwent a counselling process and document verification. Only the most promising candidates were selected to join the free coaching classes, which then began their physical sessions.
Delhi’s Education Minister, Ashish Sood , highlighted the broader impact of this initiative. He stated that these students are not only preparing for exams but are also getting ready to transform their lives. The mission aims to provide educational help and build courage, confidence, and emotional strength in students, encouraging them to dream bigger for their future.
Minister Sood emphasized that every child in Delhi deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. He explained that education is about more than just getting good marks; it also focuses on mental well-being, dignity, and a sense of humanity for all students. He recalled giving school bags to students during a visit to a government school in Lajpat Nagar, describing them as carriers of dreams.
He further described the Vidya Shakti Mission as an important movement. This movement works to empower talented students, safeguard their mental health, bridge social differences, and unlock the academic potential across Delhi, starting from the local communities.
Modern Classrooms and Emotional Wellness Programs
The Directorate of Education is actively working to strengthen the support systems for these students. Beyond academic coaching, the program includes counselling services, special training for teachers to better understand student needs, and peer support groups. These measures are crucial to ensure students feel emotionally supported while preparing for highly challenging national examinations like JEE , NEET , CLAT , CA Foundation , and CUET-UG .
Additionally, many government schools in Delhi are being updated with advanced learning tools. These upgrades include AI-enabled classrooms and various digital learning tools . These modern resources will provide students with a more effective and engaging learning environment, further helping them in their academic journey.
