The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has taken a significant step forward in advancing education technology by partnering with 22 EdTech companies to launch 40 innovative products under the National Educational Alliance for Technology (NEAT 4.0). The collaboration was formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on Thursday.
Innovative Learning Products for Students
AICTE, in its official statement, revealed that domain experts rigorously evaluated over 300 products before selecting 40 high-quality solutions for the NEAT portal (neat.aicte-india.org). These cutting-edge tools aim to provide students with top-tier educational technologies and courses designed to enhance their skills and learning outcomes.
AICTE Chairman T.G. Sitharam emphasized the transformative role of artificial intelligence in education. “AI-powered tools on the NEAT portal enable personalized learning, ensuring better outcomes for students. The onboarding process also includes evaluations every two to three months, accelerating the adoption of innovative solutions,” he said.
Building on NEAT’s Legacy
Introduced in 2019 under a public-private partnership model, NEAT has continuously evolved to bridge learning gaps. NEAT 3.0, launched in January 2022, distributed ₹253 crore worth of free EdTech course coupons to over 12 lakh disadvantaged students through 58 EdTech companies offering 100 products.
Anil D. Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of the National Educational Technology Forum (NETF), described NEAT 4.0 as a game-changer. “It will equip learners with industry-relevant skills, significantly boosting employability,” he stated.
Buddha Chandrasekhar, Chief Coordination Officer at AICTE, highlighted the inclusion of emerging fields like Biomedical Engineering, Health and Wellness, and Space Technology in NEAT 4.0.
NEAT 4.0 continues to serve as a pivotal platform, connecting students with industry-leading educational technologies and fostering skill development for the future workforce.
