Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: Registrations Open for 9th Edition of PM Modi’s Iconic Student Interaction Programme
New Delhi : Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s widely acclaimed interactive programme, Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), returns with its 9th edition in January 2026, continuing its mission to transform exams into a celebration and empower students to overcome exam-related stress with confidence.
The annual interaction brings together students, parents, and teachers from India and around the world, providing them with an opportunity to share their concerns, ask questions, and receive valuable guidance directly from the Prime Minister.
Registrations Open Till 11 January 2026
For selecting participants, an online MCQ-based competition is being conducted on the MyGov portal from
1 December 2025 to 11 January 2026
https://innovateindia1.mygov.in/
Eligibility:
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Students of Classes 6 to 12
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Teachers
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Parents
All participants who complete the activity will receive a certificate of participation from MyGov.
A Look Back at PPC 2025: Innovation & Global Participation
The 8th edition of PPC, aired on 10 February 2025, introduced an innovative open-air format at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, featuring 36 students from every State and Union Territory. Participants represented:
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Government Schools
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Kendriya Vidyalayas
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Sainik Schools
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Eklavya Model Residential Schools
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CBSE Schools
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Navodaya Vidyalayas
Special attendees included PRERANA alumni, winners of Kala Utsav, and Veer Gatha awardees.
PPC 2025 also featured seven thematic episodes on:
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Sports & Discipline
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Mental Health
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Nutrition
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Technology & Finance
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Creativity & Positivity
Renowned personalities shared insights that inspired millions of young learners across the globe.
PPC’s Guinness World Record & Global Impact
Pariksha Pe Charcha has grown exponentially since its inception in 2018. In 2025, the programme achieved a historic Guinness World Record, with participation from:
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Students from 245+ countries
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Teachers from 153 countries
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Parents from 149 countries
Participation has surged from 22,000 in 2018 to 3.56 crore registrations in 2025, alongside 1.55 crore participants in nationwide Jan Andolan activities—bringing total participation to nearly 5 crore.
The extraordinary engagement reflects PPC’s rising global relevance and the deep trust students place in the Prime Minister’s guidance.
PPC 2026: Continuing the Tradition of Exam Positivity
The 9th edition aims to further strengthen the vision of viewing exams as an Utsav—a joyful and meaningful part of learning. PPC 2026 is expected to continue encouraging students to embrace curiosity, emotional resilience, and stress-free preparation.
With registrations now open, millions of students, teachers, and parents are gearing up to participate in one of India’s most anticipated educational initiatives.
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