DIKSHA (Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing)-
- an open-source national platform that provides high-quality, curriculum-linked digital learning materials for K-12 education.
- National Stature- Termed as the nation’s "One Nation, One Digital Platform" for school education.
- Core Initiative- It operates as a vital component of the PM e-Vidya initiative under the Ministry of Education to ensure online learning continuity.
- Nodal Agencies- it is spearheaded by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in collaboration with the Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET).
2. Architectural Design & Content Strategy
a) Federated Architecture- The platform operates on a decentralized structure, enabling states, UTs, and autonomous boards to independently upload, manage, and customize content according to their regional curricula and pedagogies
b) Rigorous Validation- To maintain quality standards, the CIET-NCERT periodically reviews and validates the uploaded content based on age-appropriate and grade-appropriate guidelines.
c) Content Spectrum- Covers everything from Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) up to senior secondary levels.
3. Key Technological & Inclusive Features
- DIKSHA leverages technology to bridge educational divides and align with NEP 2020 principles-
a) Phygital Learning (QR Codes)- Employs QR-coded Energised Textbooks that connect physical paper books directly to videos, interactive resources, and teacher guides.
b) Interactive Media- Hosts 2D/3D animations, augmented reality (AR) experiences, simulations, and more than 614 Virtual Laboratories to promote critical thinking.
c) Divyangjan-Friendly (Inclusivity)- Integrates text-to-speech tools, Indian Sign Language (ISL) videos, and the DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) format for differently-abled learners.
d) Adaptive Learning- Provides competency-based question banks, unlimited practice modules, and adaptive assessments to address individual learning gaps.
e) Offline Access- Supports preloading of content onto Smart Class boards by States/UTs, allowing students to download materials in advance and study without active internet.
4. Multilingual Prowess-
a) Language Support- The platform supports an extensive network of 135 languages, consisting of 128 Indian and seven foreign languages.
b) NEP 2020 Alignment- In line with early schooling in the mother tongue, NCERT translates textbooks for classes 1, 2, 3, and 6 into 22 scheduled languages.
5. Teacher Professional Development (TPD)
a) Upskilling Interface- DIKSHA integrates a Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver self-paced, certified training modules to teachers nationwide.
b) Key Programs- Drives national teacher training through initiatives like NISHTHA and state-specific TPD modules.
6. Key Statistics & Impact Metrics-
a) User Engagement- 2.25 crore registered users with around 3 lakh daily active users.
b) Usage Scale- Has registered 575.25 crore learning sessions and a massive 6,691.82 crore learning minutes.
c) Content & Assets- Houses 7,687 Energised Textbooks and 3.67 lakh electronic contents.
d) Certification- Tracks 18.77 crore course enrollments and has issued 12.79 crore digital certificatesupon completion.
e) State-Wise Footprint- Uttar Pradesh leads registrations with 26.80 lakh users, followed by Gujarat(14.64 lakh), Bihar (12.52 lakh), and Rajasthan (11.41 lakh).
