Telangana's education department reports the milestones of its statewide digital maths‑science initiative launched in June 2025. Over 9 lakh students across 6,000 schools have accessed the platform, with nearly 20,000 teachers trained.

  • Program rolled out in 6,000 schools
  • Nearly 20,000 teachers trained
  • More than 9 lakh students engaged

The Department of School Education in Telangana has successfully completed the first year of its state‑wide digital mathematics and science programme, a partnership with Khan Academy that began in June 2025. The initiative now serves roughly 9 lakh students across 6,000 schools, providing weekly online practice and interactive lessons.

Core Features of the Programme

The scheme covers Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs), Model Schools, Residential Educational Institutions Society (REIS) schools, as well as government and local‑body schools. Students receive weekly online practice sessions in mathematics and science, complemented by video‑based instruction.

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Training Model

In collaboration with Khan Academy India, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) trained 200 master trainers. These trainers cascaded the learning to mandal‑level resource persons and subject teachers, ensuring a robust, multi‑tiered training ecosystem.

KGBV Participation Highlights

KGBVs alone recorded over 1 lakh student registrations, accounting for about 84% of their total student base. Science subjects saw particularly high engagement, indicating growing interest among female students in STEM fields.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that Telangana’s digital learning rollout sets a benchmark for other Indian states, showcasing how public‑private partnerships can bridge educational gaps in rural and underserved areas.

"Widespread use of digital platforms strengthens educational equity, especially in remote regions," says education expert Dr. Aruna Verma.

Historical Background

India’s push for digital education accelerated after the 2015 National Education Policy (NEP), which emphasized technology integration. While several states launched similar initiatives, Telangana’s programme stands out for its scale, coverage, and intensive teacher‑training component.

Did You Know?: Telangana was awarded “Best State for Digital Education” at the 2023 National Digital Education Forum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is the programme open to all students regardless of school type?

A: Yes, it is uniformly available to students in government, model and KGBV schools.

Q2: What are the focus areas for the 2026‑27 academic year?

A: The department aims to boost regular student usage, enrich interactive content, and strengthen weekly monitoring by district nodal officers.