The Delhi government has introduced a free one-year residential coaching program for Class 12 students preparing for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET). This initiative, announced on Monday, targets meritorious and deserving students studying in government and government-aided schools across the city. The coaching will be provided under a scholarship by the Pune-based non-profit Dakshana Foundation.
How the Program Works and Eligibility
The Directorate of Education (DoE) in Delhi has circulated information about this scholarship to all government and government-aided schools. Eligible students are those currently enrolled in Class 12 in the science stream during the ongoing academic year. Selection for the program will be conducted through the Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JSDT) 2027, scheduled for December this year.
Students who qualify will be invited to attend the residential coaching at Dakshana Valley, the foundation’s campus located in Kadus village in Pune district, Maharashtra. The program covers all expenses, including coaching fees, accommodation, and meals, ensuring students can focus fully on their exam preparation without financial burden.
Key Details of the Coaching Program
- Target group: Class 12 science students from government and government-aided schools in Delhi
- Selection process: Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JSDT) 2027, held in December
- Location: Dakshana Valley campus, Kadus village, Pune district, Maharashtra
- Duration: One year of residential coaching
- Cost: Entirely free, including tuition, lodging, and food
- Organized by: Dakshana Foundation, a Pune-based non-profit organization
Why This Scholarship Matters for Delhi Students
Preparing for competitive exams like JEE and NEET often requires access to quality coaching, which can be expensive and out of reach for many students from government schools. This free residential program aims to bridge that gap by providing top-tier coaching and a supportive learning environment. By removing financial barriers, the initiative hopes to increase the number of students from underprivileged backgrounds who can compete effectively for admission to prestigious engineering and medical colleges.
The residential aspect of the program also offers students a focused atmosphere away from home distractions, which can be crucial for intensive exam preparation. Additionally, the partnership with the Dakshana Foundation brings expertise and resources that have been successful in similar programs elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this free coaching program?
A: The program is open to meritorious and deserving Class 12 science students studying in government and government-aided schools in Delhi during the current academic year.
Q: How will students be selected for the scholarship?
A: Selection will be based on performance in the Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JSDT) 2027, which will be held in December.
Q: What does the residential coaching include?
A: The coaching includes free tuition, accommodation, and meals for one year at the Dakshana Valley campus in Pune, Maharashtra.
