“Saathi”: Government of India Launches Free Online Platform for SSC, Banking, NEET, and JEE Exam Preparation

The Government of India has launched a new initiative called “Saathi” to provide free online preparation resources for competitive exams like SSC, Banking, NEET, and JEE. This initiative is designed to offer students from all backgrounds an equal opportunity to prepare for these exams without the financial burden of expensive coaching classes.

Along with engineering-medical, now students giving SSC and banking exams will also be able to get guidance from renowned experts. Because the scope of the online platform ‘SATHEE’ (Self Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams) is being expanded. This platform was started with the aim of providing guidance of renowned professors and alumni to students preparing for engineering-medical. More than 5 lakh students have joined it so far.

The Ministry of Education has also linked the preparation of banking services exam to this platform four-five days ago. Soon the option of preparing for Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) and University Entrance Exam (CUET) is also expected to be available.

Govind Jaiswal, Joint Secretary, Higher Education Department, Ministry of Education, says that on the ‘Saathi’ platform, students are being given options like live classes, NCERT video solutions, AI based assessment platform, recorded video lectures of almost all IIT professors, mentorship from IIT-AIIMS students and alumni. No fees have to be paid. Now guidance will also be available for banking preparation.

You can start preparing anytime after 11th, 12th or after 12th pass.

Key Features of Saathi:

• There are 45 days of live crash courses.
• There are multilingual videos in Physics, Chemistry, Maths.
• There are live and recorded classes of subject experts.
• AI based analysis, webinars, tutorial sessions and mock tests as well.
• The platform offers free access to high-quality study materials, mock tests, and video lectures, curated by top educators and experts in their respective fields.
• Saathi covers a wide range of subjects and topics necessary for SSC (Staff Selection Commission) exams, banking exams (like IBPS and SBI), as well as entrance exams like NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for medical aspirants and JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) for engineering aspirants.
• The platform provides interactive learning experiences, including live classes, doubt-solving sessions, and practice quizzes to help students strengthen their understanding of complex concepts.
• Recognizing the diverse linguistic backgrounds of students across India, Saathi offers content in multiple languages to ensure inclusivity and reach.
• Saathi is accessible via mobile devices, allowing students to study on-the-go, making it convenient for those who may not have access to personal computers.
• The platform will regularly update its content and exam strategies to align with the latest exam patterns and trends, ensuring students are well-prepared.

This initiative by the Indian government aims to democratize education and bridge the gap between students in urban and rural areas, providing everyone with the tools they need to succeed in competitive exams.

For more information and to start your preparation, students can visit the official Saathi platform through government education portals or apps.