What do you get under PM eVIDYA?
Free textbooks, lessons and practice for classes 1 to 12 on DIKSHA, plus one TV channel per class (PM eVIDYA channels) in many languages.
Who is eligible for PM eVIDYA?
- All students and teachers. No registration needed to watch.
How to apply for PM eVIDYA
- Open diksha.gov.in or the DIKSHA app and scan the QR code in your textbook, or watch the PM eVIDYA channels on DD Free Dish.
Common questions
Who is eligible for PM eVIDYA?
All students and teachers. No registration needed to watch.
How much do I get under PM eVIDYA?
Free textbooks, lessons and practice for classes 1 to 12 on DIKSHA, plus one TV channel per class (PM eVIDYA channels) in many languages.
How do I apply for PM eVIDYA?
Open diksha.gov.in or the DIKSHA app and scan the QR code in your textbook, or watch the PM eVIDYA channels on DD Free Dish. Official site: https://pmevidya.education.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PM eVIDYA?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 1 May 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.