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Free Coaching Programme to Benefit 90,000 Karnataka Students for Competitive Exams
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 10:36 AM
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The Karnataka government will soon launch a free coaching scheme for up to 90,000 students preparing for competitive examinations, according to The Times of India.
The Times of India reports that the Karnataka government is set to introduce a free coaching initiative aimed at 90,000 students across the state who are preparing for various competitive examinations. The scheme is intended to provide structured classroom instruction, study materials and mentorship at no cost to eligible candidates.
Officials said the programme will be rolled out through a network of selected coaching centres, ensuring geographic coverage from urban hubs to rural districts. Participation will be based on merit and socio‑economic criteria, with priority given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The move aligns with the state's broader education agenda to improve access to quality preparation resources and enhance the success rate of Karnataka aspirants in national and state‑level exams. Details on enrollment dates and application procedures are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
Officials said the programme will be rolled out through a network of selected coaching centres, ensuring geographic coverage from urban hubs to rural districts. Participation will be based on merit and socio‑economic criteria, with priority given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The move aligns with the state's broader education agenda to improve access to quality preparation resources and enhance the success rate of Karnataka aspirants in national and state‑level exams. Details on enrollment dates and application procedures are expected to be released in the coming weeks.