The Ministry of Education has begun the online registration process for Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026, the annual interactive programme in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi engages with students, teachers and parents ahead of the board and competitive exam season.
Each year, lakhs of students submit questions and creative entries, while only a limited number are shortlisted for direct interaction during the main event. This competitive nature often leads to the common question: can students actually meet the Prime Minister through PPC?
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Date: When will it be held?
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 is expected to be held in January 2026 as the ninth edition of the interaction, with the Prime Minister addressing students, teachers, and parents in a live session to discuss exam stress and preparation strategies.
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: How to meet PM Modi?
While participants should note that it is not an open meet-and-greet, a select group of shortlisted students do get the opportunity to interact with PM Modi in person during the programme.
Students who meet the Prime Minister through Pariksha Pe Charcha are those shortlisted by the Ministry of Education based on their submissions. Selection is typically done from questions sent by students, and in some years through additional activities such as short write-ups, creative responses or thematic challenges, quizzes hosted on platforms like MyGov-Innovate, or others as notified by the MoE.
Last year, the final interaction took place in a formal setting at Sunder Nursery, where selected students posed their questions directly to the Prime Minister. In the previous years, the programme was broadcasted live across television and digital platforms.
How to apply for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: When can I apply?
Registration for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 is open online between December 1, 2025 and January 11, 2026, during which students, teachers, and parents can submit responses to suggested themes and questions on the official portal for a chance to participate in the event.
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How to apply for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: How to apply?
To apply for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, students are required to register online through the official PPC link at MyGov website. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Go to the official website innovateindia1.mygov.in and open the Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 page.
Step 2: Click on the “Participate Now” button for PPC 2026.
Step 3: Select your category as Student, teacher, or parent.
Step 4: Log in or register on MyGov using your mobile number/email and OTP.
Step 5: Fill in the required details in the PPC 2026 online form.
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Step 6: Attempt and complete the online activity/MCQ-based competition for your category.
Step 7: Submit your responses and, if required, type and submit your question for the Prime Minister.
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: How long is the programme conducted?
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 will be organised as a single-day live event, typically lasting for about a few hours, during which the Prime Minister answers selected questions, shares practical tips, and interacts with participants present at the venue and watching nation-wide through live streaming in schools, YouTube or television-channels and OTT platforms.
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: When was PPC first held?
Pariksha Pe Charcha began in 2018 as an annual interactive programme where the aim was for the Prime Minister to engage with students, teachers, and parents to discuss board exams, stress management, career choices, and positive study habits in a friendly, motivational and solutions-oriented atmosphere.
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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: Can teachers participate?
Teachers and parents can also participate in Pariksha Pe Charcha. The application process for teachers and parents follows a similar online process, with separate categories available during registration. They are invited to share questions or insights related to mentoring, managing exam pressure at home or in classrooms, and supporting students’ mental health.
Selected questions from teachers and parents are also taken up during the interaction, ensuring that the conversation goes beyond students’ concerns alone.
