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National Adult Education Programme (NAEP)

राष्ट्रीय प्रौढ़ शिक्षा कार्यक्रम

Ministry of Education

iAbout This Scheme

Launched on 2 October 1978 by Prime Minister Morarji Desai with a target to make 100 million illiterate adults (15-35 years) literate by 1983, the NAEP was India's largest adult literacy programme at that time. It mobilised university students through the NSS and NCC as volunteer teachers and set up adult education centres across villages. NAEP was succeeded by the National Literacy Mission (1988) and later by the Saakshar Bharat programme.

🎁Key Benefits

Functional literacy training for adults 15-35 years
Numeracy and life skills education
Awareness about health, nutrition, and civic rights
Volunteer teacher mobilisation through NSS/NCC

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Scheme discontinued — succeeded by National Literacy Mission 1988

Min Age

15 years

Max Age

35 years

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📝How to Apply

Historical Scheme — No Active Application

This scheme has been discontinued. It has been superseded by newer programmes. Visit the successor scheme page or contact your district collector for current alternatives.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What scholarships are available for school students?

Major schemes include: NSP (National Scholarship Portal) scholarships, Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Merit-cum-Means scholarships, and state-specific scholarships.

How to apply for central government education schemes?

Most central education schemes are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Create an account, fill the application form, and upload required documents.

What is Samagra Shiksha?

Samagra Shiksha is an overarching scheme for school education that integrates Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), and Teacher Education. It focuses on quality education from pre-school to Class XII.

Is Mid-Day Meal free for all government school students?

Yes, PM-POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal) scheme provides free cooked meals to students of government and government-aided schools from Class 1 to 8, covering approximately 11.80 crore children across India.

Required Documents

This is a historical/discontinued scheme — no active application required
For research reference: consult Planning Commission archives or National Archives of India
Scheme records available at archive.india.gov.in

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

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National Adult Education Programme (NAEP)

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

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