Education
NPTEL Clarifies Survey on E-Learning Charges Was Solely for Feedback
The Hindu1h
THE BRIEF
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The National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning clarified that its recent survey proposing potential charges for free e-learning material was meant strictly for gathering learner feedback.
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The clarification followed concern among students over whether Union government funding was ending and if the IIT consortium would shift to a self-sustaining model by 2027.
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NPTEL currently offers over 600 courses across 22 disciplines through the SWAYAM portal, supported by Ministry of Education funding and ₹1,000 physical examination fees.