Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Registrations Closed on Jan 11 2026; 4.3 Crore Sign-Up recorded

Registration Timeline and Platform

The registration process for PPC 2026 had begun on December 1, 2025, and continued for over a month before closing on January 11, 2026. The entire process was conducted digitally through the official MyGov portal:

👉 innovateindia1.mygov.in/ppc-2026 

Participants were required to:

1. Create or log in to their MyGov account

2. Select their participation category – student, teacher or parent

3. Submit personal and academic details

4. Share questions or themes related to exams and student life

Selection Process: How ‘Exam Warriors’ Were Chosen

With the registration phase concluded, attention shifted to the selection of participants who would get the opportunity to interact directly with the Prime Minister during the live session.

The Ministry of Education confirmed that the selection of ‘Exam Warriors’ was conducted through an online MCQ-based competition hosted on the MyGov platform. Participants answered questions based on themes such as:

• Exam pressure and stress management

• Time management strategies

• Overcoming procrastination

• Handling academic and social challenges

Based on performance in the quiz and the quality of submitted questions, around 2,500 winners—including students, teachers and parents—were set to be shortlisted for the main event.

Rewards and Special Recognition

To make participation more meaningful, PPC 2026 also announced a range of incentives and recognitions for selected winners:

• Pariksha Pe Charcha Kit, including the book Exam Warriors authored by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

• Certificates of recognition

• Special learning resources

A major highlight of this year’s edition was the introduction of the ‘Golden Ticket’ initiative. Under this, 10 ‘Legendary Exam Warriors’ were to receive a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the Prime Minister’s residence, a gesture that added further excitement and prestige to the programme.

What Happens After Registration Closed

Although the exact date of the ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha had not been announced before the registration window closed, officials indicated that the main event was expected to be held in January or February 2026, in line with previous years, just ahead of the board and entrance examination season.

The interaction session was set to focus on creating a stress-free exam environment, transforming examinations from a source of anxiety into what Prime Minister Modi has often described as an “Utsav” (festival) of learning.

The Prime Minister was expected to address key student concerns, including:

• Tackling procrastination

• Balancing academics with co-curricular activities

• Managing parental and peer pressure

• Building self-confidence and emotional resilience

Schools Join the ‘Exams Utsav’ Movement

Following the closure of registrations, educational institutions across several states began preparations for the main event by launching local-level activities under the ‘Exams Utsav’ movement. These initiatives started from National Youth Day on January 12, aiming to build momentum and encourage healthy conversations around examinations.

Schools organised:

• Motivation sessions

• Group discussions on exam stress

• Student counselling workshops

• PPC awareness drives

Educators noted that Pariksha Pe Charcha had evolved into more than just an annual event—it had become a national movement focused on redefining how India views examinations.

Why PPC 2026 Stood Out

Experts highlighted several factors that made the 2026 edition exceptional:

• Record-breaking participation of over 4.3 crore

• New global benchmark in public engagement

• Greater inclusion of parents and teachers

• Strong emphasis on mental health and well-being

• Alignment with the National Education Policy 2020 vision of holistic education

The overwhelming response demonstrated that students today seek not only academic guidance but also emotional support and life skills as part of their learning journey.

Final Word

The closure of registrations for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 on January 11 marked a defining moment in India’s education outreach efforts. With record-setting participation, an inclusive selection process and a renewed focus on student wellbeing, the ninth edition reaffirmed PPC’s position as the world’s largest student engagement initiative.

As the nation now awaited the main interaction session, the extraordinary response once again sent out a clear message—India’s students are eager not just to learn, but to be heard.