PPC 2026: Registration for Pariksha Pe Charcha is open until January 11; find out who can apply..

The registration process for the ninth edition of "Pariksha Pe Charcha" (PPC), an annual program led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has begun. Interested students, teachers, and parents can now apply through the MyGov portal at innovateindia1.mygov.in. The last date for application is January 11, 2026.

This initiative is held every year before the board examination season. The program aims to engage students in a dialogue about exam stress, mental health, performance pressure, and the challenges they face during the examination period. Special activity modules are also designed for parents and teachers to help them better support students during exams.

Consistent Record Participation
While the first edition had only 22,000 participants, the eighth edition, held in 2025, saw 3.56 crore registrations. During the same period, 1.55 crore people participated in the Jan Andolan (People's Movement) activities, bringing the total participation to nearly 5 crore.

PPC 2025 also set a Guinness World Record, with participation from students from 245 countries, teachers from 154 countries, and parents from 149 countries. Participants in PPC 2026 will also receive an official certificate from MyGov.

Who can apply?
Students from classes 6 to 12
Teachers from recognized schools
Parents and guardians from across the country
Students can also send their questions to PM Modi in a maximum of 500 characters.

How to apply?
Visit the MyGov PPC portal at innovateindia1.mygov.in.
Click on "Participate Now".
Select the student/teacher/parent category.
Fill in the required details and submit your question/entry.
Download the confirmation after submitting the form.

It is advised to complete the registration before the last date of application. Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 continues to be a significant initiative in creating a positive environment for students and reducing exam anxiety.

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