Lucknow, September 21 (APAC Media): The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana to provide free coaching and academic guidance to students preparing for major competitive examinations.
The scheme covers exams such as UPSC, UPPSC, JEE, NEET, NDA and CDS, helping aspirants access structured preparation without the high costs associated with private coaching.
Launched in February 2021, the scheme was initially introduced through coaching centres at divisional headquarters, with the government later expanding the programme through online learning.
What Is Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana?
The scheme is designed to provide students with structured preparation without the coaching fees charged by private institutes. It combines classroom-based teaching with online learning, allowing students to access lectures, study support and guidance.
Students preparing for civil services, engineering and medical entrance examinations, as well as defence recruitment exams, can benefit from the programme.
Which Exams Are Covered?
The coaching programme covers major examinations including:
- UPSC Civil Services Examination
- UPPSC examinations
- JEE Main
- NEET
- NDA and CDS
The programme is supported by teachers, subject experts and experienced officials who provide academic guidance and mentoring.
What Makes the Scheme Relevant for Students?
The main attraction is its free coaching model, which can reduce the cost barrier associated with competitive exam preparation. The combination of physical classes and digital learning also allows students to access preparation resources beyond traditional coaching centres.
The scheme has also reported selections in competitive examinations. In a February 2026 statement, the Uttar Pradesh government said Abhyudaya coaching had contributed to selections of 59 candidates through UPPSC, 136 through UPSSSC and 771 through NEET, IIT-JEE and DEEE.
Who Can Benefit?
Students across Uttar Pradesh preparing for the examinations covered under the programme can explore the scheme and its available courses. The initiative is particularly relevant for aspirants looking for structured guidance without taking on private coaching expenses.
How Can Students Register?
Students can register through the official Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana portal. The scheme is available across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
During registration, students need to provide:
- Educational qualification
- District
- Preferred course
- Examination they wish to prepare for
The scheme offers both classroom and online coaching for exams such as UPSC, UPPSC, JEE, NEET, NDA and CDS.
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