Students & Education
Free high-quality learning, coding platforms, test prep & digital libraries
India's national online education platform offering 2,000+ free courses from IITs, IIMs, and central universities. Students can earn formal credit certificates recognised by UGC — completely free of cost.
swayam.gov.inIndia's national digital infrastructure for school education covering Classes 1–12 in 30+ languages. Parents and students can access NCERT-aligned content, e-textbooks, and QR-linked learning materials free of charge.
diksha.gov.inWorld-class K–12 and college-level content in Math, Science, Economics, and more — entirely free, forever. Its personalised practice and video lessons are used by millions of Indian students for board exam and competitive exam prep.
khanacademy.orgOffers professional certificates and degrees from Google, IBM, Yale, and 200+ universities. Many courses are free to audit; Indian learners can apply for financial aid to get certificates completely free.
coursera.orgFree video lecture courses from IIT and IISc professors covering engineering, science, and humanities. Students can appear for proctored exams for a small fee to earn a recognised NPTEL certificate that's valued by top employers.
nptel.ac.inInteractive browser-based coding courses in Python, JavaScript, SQL, and more — no software installation needed. The free tier is genuinely substantial and ideal for absolute beginners entering the tech world.
codecademy.comIndia's largest digital repository with 90 million+ learning objects including books, journals, and videos from school to post-doctoral level. Free registration gives access to out-of-print textbooks and rare academic resources.
ndl.iitkgp.ac.inIndia's leading ed-tech platform with 10,000+ educators and free classes for UPSC, JEE, NEET, CAT, and banking exams. Free live classes and a massive YouTube channel make it accessible even without a paid subscription.
unacademy.comFull course materials — lecture notes, assignments, and exams — from MIT's actual courses, published free online. An invaluable resource for self-learners who want world-class engineering and science education without paying tuition.
ocw.mit.eduCareer Growth & Job Hunting
Top platforms for jobs, resume building, upskilling & freelancing
The world's largest professional network used by 100M+ Indians for job hunting, networking, and industry visibility. Recruiters actively search here daily — a well-maintained profile is more powerful than any resume alone.
linkedin.comIndia's #1 job portal with 7 crore+ registered job seekers and listings from 1.5 lakh+ recruiters. Upload your resume once and get called for interviews — it covers every sector from entry-level to CXO roles.
naukri.comGovernment's free job portal connecting job seekers with government, PSU, and private sector opportunities across India. Specially beneficial for first-time job seekers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities with access to career counselling.
ncs.gov.inIndia's largest internship and fresher job platform with 40,000+ opportunities from startups to MNCs. Students can also access free and paid training programs to build skills while job searching.
internshala.comThe world's largest freelancing marketplace where Indian professionals earn in dollars/euros for writing, design, coding, and consulting work. Thousands of Indian freelancers earn ₹5–50 lakh/year working remotely for global clients.
upwork.comA freelance marketplace where you create "gigs" showcasing your skills and clients find and hire you directly. Excellent for creative professionals — designers, video editors, voice artists — to monetise skills globally.
fiverr.comGoogle's professional certificates in Data Analytics, UX Design, IT Support, and Cybersecurity — designed to be completed in 6 months. These are highly regarded by Indian employers and available at subsidised cost via Coursera.
grow.google/certificatesIndia's premium job portal focused on mid-to-senior management roles (5–25 LPA range) across all industries. Its curated listings attract serious recruiters, making it far less noisy than general job boards.
iimjobs.comFinancial Literacy & Tools
Government schemes, financial products, tax filing & personal finance education
The official portal to file your ITR, check refund status, and access Form 26AS — mandatory for every taxpaying Indian. You can file returns entirely free without needing a CA, with step-by-step guidance built in.
incometax.gov.inA single government portal listing 3,000+ central and state welfare schemes for citizens to discover what they're eligible for. Enter your age, income, and state to instantly find schemes for housing, education, farming, and business loans you may be missing.
myscheme.gov.inIndia's largest credit marketplace for comparing and applying for personal loans, credit cards, and home loans from 50+ lenders side-by-side. Also provides free credit score checks — crucial before applying for any loan.
paisabazaar.comIndia's most comprehensive free stock market and personal finance education library, covering investing, trading, mutual funds, and tax planning in plain Hindi and English. Equivalent to a finance degree — for free.
zerodha.com/varsitySEBI's official investor complaint redressal system where you can file grievances against stock brokers, mutual funds, or listed companies. Every complaint must be resolved within 30 days — an essential tool for protecting your investments.
scores.gov.inRBI's official financial literacy portal educating citizens on safe banking, recognising fraud, and understanding digital payments. Learn to spot fake loan apps, UPI scams, and know your rights as a bank customer.
rbi.org.in/kehtaIndia's largest investment platform for mutual funds, stocks, and gold — simple enough for first-time investors. Free financial calculators (SIP, EMI, FD) and jargon-free educational content make it ideal for beginners.
groww.inThe government's central hub for GST registration, return filing, and tax payment for businesses and self-employed individuals. Every business owner with ₹20 lakh+ annual turnover must use this platform to remain tax-compliant.
gst.gov.inHealthcare & Senior Citizens
Appointments, affordable medicines, mental health support & elder care
The world's largest government health insurance scheme providing ₹5 lakh/year free hospitalisation cover to 50 crore+ beneficiaries from economically weaker sections. Check your eligibility and find empanelled hospitals on the official portal.
pmjay.gov.inBook appointments with 1 lakh+ verified doctors, access teleconsultation 24/7, order medicines, and store health records — all in one place. Especially useful in emergencies or when seeking specialist second opinions without travelling.
practo.comLocate your nearest Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra to buy generic medicines at 50–90% less than branded drug prices. Over 1,900 medicines and 300 surgical items are available — critical for managing chronic illnesses affordably.
janaushadhi.gov.inA free mental health counselling service run by Tata Institute of Social Sciences, offering phone and chat sessions with trained psychologists. Designed specifically for students, professionals, and anyone who cannot afford private therapy.
icallhelpline.orgIndia's 24/7 free mental health helpline (1860-2662-345) and online chat support for crisis counselling, depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Completely confidential and available in multiple Indian languages.
vandrevalafoundation.comA single government super-app covering 2,000+ services including EPF passbook, Aadhaar updates, ESIC claims, and senior citizen pension status. Replaces the need to visit multiple government offices for common citizen services.
umang.gov.inOrder prescription and OTC medicines online with home delivery at discounted prices, plus lab test bookings at 40–60% off market rates. Extremely valuable for managing chronic conditions and elderly care without repeated pharmacy visits.
pharmeasy.inIndia's leading senior citizen welfare organisation providing helpline support (14567), legal aid, and resources for elder abuse reporting. Families can access guides for managing elder care, dementia support, and retirement planning.
agewellindia.comEveryday Productivity & Utility
Digital documents, internet security, legal awareness & consumer rights
The government's official digital document wallet for storing Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence, marksheets, and insurance papers — legally equivalent to physical originals. Over 25 crore Indians already use it; documents never get lost or damaged again.
digilocker.gov.inFile online complaints for cybercrime — UPI fraud, online harassment, fake websites, or identity theft — directly with law enforcement. The helpline (1930) can freeze fraudulent transactions within minutes of a report.
cybercrime.gov.inIndia's national consumer grievance platform where you can complain against any business, e-commerce site, or service provider for deficiency of service. Registered complaints are forwarded directly to companies with a 30-day resolution mandate.
consumerhelpline.gov.inMeasure your actual mobile or broadband internet speed and compare it against what your ISP promised. Data submitted becomes part of TRAI's regulatory oversight — and you can escalate to TRAI if speeds consistently underperform.
myspeed.trai.gov.inThe official repository of all Central Acts, Rules, and Regulations of India — searchable and freely accessible without a lawyer. Every Indian citizen can read the actual text of the laws that govern their rights.
indiacode.nic.inCheck how many SIM cards are registered against your Aadhaar number and immediately block any you don't recognise. Identity thieves often activate multiple SIMs in your name — this is your first line of defence.
tafcop.dgtelecom.gov.inThe most secure, open-source private messaging app endorsed by cybersecurity experts worldwide for end-to-end encrypted calls and messages. A must-have for anyone sending sensitive financial, legal, or personal information digitally.
signal.orgEnter your email address to instantly check whether your data was exposed in any known breach from apps or websites you used. If your email appears in a breach, change that password everywhere immediately.
haveibeenpwned.comNational & Global Information
Track Parliament, fact-check fake news & access global knowledge hubs
India's most respected independent Parliament tracker — providing plain-language summaries of every bill, budget analysis, and MP attendance records. Every informed voter should bookmark this to understand what's actually happening in Parliament.
prsindia.orgLive streaming of Parliament proceedings, committee meetings, and debates — direct from the source, without media interpretation. Every democracy-engaged citizen should watch at least one live parliamentary session.
sansad.inIndia's leading independent fact-checking organisation verifying viral news, political claims, and social media misinformation in English and Hindi. Before forwarding that WhatsApp message, check here first.
boomlive.inIndia's most prominent independent fact-checking site exposing misinformation with detailed evidence-based debunking across politics, communal narratives, and media distortions. Supports multiple Indian languages.
altnews.inThe world's largest free encyclopaedia with 60 million+ articles in 300+ languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and 20+ other Indian languages. An indispensable first stop for learning about any topic — and donations keep it ad-free.
wikipedia.orgIndia's open government data portal with 3 lakh+ datasets on economy, health, agriculture, crime, and demographics — all free to download. Students, journalists, and researchers can access the real numbers behind government claims.
data.gov.inA research platform presenting global data on poverty, health, education, climate, and inequality through interactive, beautifully designed charts. Gives every Indian context on where India stands globally on key development metrics.
ourworldindata.orgFile Right to Information requests to any Central Government department online for just ₹10 — a powerful democratic tool to demand accountability. Every citizen can compel the government to reveal information about public spending, decisions, and files.
rtionline.gov.in