NEW DELHI: Various government and private organizations across India are providing free coaching and scholarships to students preparing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). These initiatives aim to support economically disadvantaged and meritorious students in achieving their dreams of becoming medical professionals.
NEET UG 2025: Free Coaching
Some of Government Initiatives are:
Join NEET News 2025 - Abhyudaya Scheme (Uttar Pradesh): Launched by the Uttar Pradesh government, this scheme offers free coaching for NEET and other competitive exams. Aspirants can register online to access virtual classes and educational resources.
- MAHAJYOTI Free NEET Coaching Program (Maharashtra): This is a state-level initiative offering free coaching for NEET.
- Delhi Government’s Free Coaching Program: Starting April 1, 2025, the Delhi government is providing free online coaching for NEET and Common University Entrance Test (CUET) aspirants. This 30-day program aims to benefit approximately 1.6 lakh students from Delhi government schools.
- NCERT’s SATHEE Portal: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has launched the ‘SATHEE’ portal, a comprehensive online platform offering free resources, including video lectures, mock tests, and expert mentorship for students preparing for JEE, NEET, and SSC exams.
- Free Coaching for SCs, OBCs, and Beneficiaries of PM CARES: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment provides quality coaching to economically disadvantaged Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and beneficiaries of the PM CARES scheme to help them prepare for competitive examinations.
Private and Non-Governmental Initiatives are:
- Dakshana Foundation’s 2-Year Coaching Program: Exclusively for students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), this program has inducted over 5,000 students since 2007, providing free coaching for NEET and JEE exams.
- Lift for Upliftment (LFU) Project (Maharashtra): A Pune-based initiative providing free coaching for underprivileged students preparing for NEET.
- Zindagi Foundation: Founded by Ajay Bahadur Singh, this organization offers free education and support to underprivileged students aspiring to become doctors. The foundation provides free coaching, accommodation, and meals to selected students preparing for NEET.
- Ajmal Foundation’s Super 40 Program: This initiative provides free educational coaching to underprivileged students, aiming to help them crack competitive exams like NEET.
- Shaheen Group of Institutions: Based in Bidar, Karnataka, this group offers coaching for NEET and JEE, with a focus on students from diverse backgrounds. They have a track record of students gaining admission into prominent medical colleges, including AIIMS Delhi.
- Prayas Residential Schools (Chhattisgarh): These schools offer free education and coaching for students from Naxal-affected districts, providing resources for NEET and other competitive exams.
NEET UG: Scholarship Opportunities
Various scholarships are available for NEET aspirants, including the Abdul Kalam Scholarship Scheme, Anuprati Coaching Yojana, and scholarships based on board exam performance. These scholarships can cover tuition fees, accommodation, and other expenses related to NEET preparation.
These initiatives reflect a growing commitment to making medical education accessible to all, regardless of economic background. Aspiring medical students are encouraged to explore these opportunities to support their NEET preparation.
