New India Literacy Programme (NILP) 2025

Context The Ministry of Education (MoE) has defined literacy and the criteria for achieving full literacy under NILP to strengthen adult literacy efforts across India. Key Definitions Literacy: Ability to read, write, perform basic calculations, and possess digital & financial literacy. Full Literacy: A State/UT is fully literate when its literacy rate reaches 95%. Literate Status: Individuals are declared literate upon passing the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT). About NILP (ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram) Launch: Centrally sponsored scheme under NEP 2020, running from 2022-23 to 2026-27. Budget: ₹1037.90 crore (₹700 crore from the Centre, ₹337.90 crore from States). Objective: Empower adults (15+ years) who missed formal education with literacy & essential skills. Key Components: Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN) Critical Life Skills (digital & financial literacy) Vocational Skills Development Basic & Continuing Education Implementation & Reach Beneficiaries: Identified via door-to-door surveys using a mobile app, with self-registration for non-literate adults. Volunteer-Based: Volunteers register via mobile apps to support learning. Technology-Driven: Teaching materials available on NCERT’s DIKSHA platform. Multi-platform resources via TV, radio, and Samajik Chetna Kendra centers.