One Nation, One Mission, Digital Revolution
India’s Largest
Learning POD Community
WE PARTNER WITH
If you believe in simple, practical, community-based learning, we can build with you.
SCHOOLS
We partner with government and private schools to provide digital skills training using simple tools and guidance, making traditional learning more engaging.
NON - PROFIT
We partner with local Non-Profit to deliver free digital learning in underserved areas and offer low-cost options for students through minimal fees.
INDIVIDUALS
We support individuals who are passionate about teaching and ready to lead PODs, helping them bring quality digital education to their communities.
OTHERS
We are prepared to assist anyone who is committed to providing digital literacy in their community by providing Apna PC and dedicated support.
WHAT IS APNI PATHSHALA?
ApniPathshala is a single-point support system that empowers community leaders, parents, and educators to create and run local learning centres or microschools, by providing passionate individuals with the resources, guidance, and ecosystem needed to build sustainable, impactful, and community-driven learning environments.
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Open A Pod
Open a POD to help people in your community learn with computers. Your support gives them the chance to grow, gain digital skills, and build a better future.
POD Adoption
The POD Adoption Program allows anyone to support a digital classroom. It helps underprivileged students access computers, learn digital skills, and create brighter futures.
What is a POD?
A POD (Point of Digital Learning) is a small, community-based digital learning centre established by local individuals, schools, or NGOs with support from Apni Pathshala. Each POD comes equipped with Apna PC computers and ready-to-use learning tools and resources that help students build skills in computer basics, creativity, communication, and coding.
Our team supports POD leaders with training, technology, and mentorship. The goal is simple: to empower local changemakers to deliver quality digital education to students who need it most, whether in Mumbai, Nagaland, Delhi, or any town or village across India.
OUR MISSION
To give learning opportunities to every child through PODs across India. We aim to launch 1,000+ PODs to reach 1.5 lakh+ students. You can help by referring anyone interested in starting a digital learning centre or by partnering with us to scale POD education in India.
OUR VISION
Transform Education, Empower Students
An India where every child, regardless of background, has easy access to digital learning. An India where every student creates their own website, builds real skills, and every parent can watch their children learn, compete with the best, and rise to the top.
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT ELSE WE OFFER
Mentorship
We provide hands-on guidance to ensure your POD operates smoothly and effectively.
- Dedicated Support: Every POD is assigned a dedicated Admin/Mentor.
- Curriculum: We provide Basic or Advanced curricula tailored to your cluster.
- Operational Guidance: Support for classroom operations, student engagement, content quality, reporting, and visibility.
- Peer Connection: We connect new PODs with high-performing, established PODs to share experiences and best practices.
Autonomy
Our ultimate goal is to empower your POD to operate independently.
- Path to Independence: Once specific criteria and performance metrics are met, PODs are granted autonomy.
- Expansion & Experimentation: Autonomous PODs can experiment with new methods and open additional centers under their organization.
- Adoption: Independent PODs can adopt and guide underperforming centers or NGOs, provided both parties agree.
- Community Sharing: Independent PODs must continue sharing ground-level updates and happenings with the broader community
Hardware
We provide the essential physical infrastructure to test and run your learning center at zero cost to your NGO.
- Initial Setup: We provide 10 computers and peripherals for a 1.5-year lease period.
- Growth Potential: After assessment, the number of computers can be increased based on POD capacity and need.
- Performance Rewards: UPS systems and projectors may be provided based on the POD’s performance.
Exposure
We help your POD integrate into a wider educational network and achieve official recognition.
- Community Networking: Connect and exchange knowledge with a mature, active learning community of other PODs.
- Certifications: We guide PODs in obtaining certified courses, organizational certifications, and official recognitions.
- Curriculum Building: We assist in building a structured curriculum tailored to your specific community needs, and Apni Pathshala will offer certifications to students using our curriculum.
Software
We equip your POD with advanced tools to track growth, protect students, and personalize learning.
- POD Management System (PMS): Track your center’s growth, share insights, and report issues directly to us.
- Apni Prerna: A 24/7 student safety software that monitors computers, prevents access to unwanted websites/applications, and allows for remote administrative access.
- Eklavya AI: A personalized AI assistant designed to help kids learn independently at their own pace.
- Beyond Exams: An application that enables PODs to build multiple curricula and facilitate teacher-less classrooms, reducing dependency on traditional teaching models.
- Pre-installed Tools: A suite of applications designed to encourage independent student learning.
Real Stories from the Ground
These are real stories from across India that show how digital learning is changing students’ lives.
Every story starts with one step, bringing learning closer to students.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a POD?
A POD is a digital learning center run by NGOs, schools, and individuals in partnership with Apni Pathshala. These centers are part of our larger microschool community.
Who can start an Apni Pathshala POD?
NGOs, schools, community leaders, teachers, and anyone who can provide a safe space with basic infrastructure meet our eligibility requirements.
What do I need to know before applying?
You will need a dedicated room, power supply, internet, and a committed team led by a POD leader to run the classroom. We provide resources and guidance for planning and operations.
What resources do I get from Apni Pathshala?
You receive mentorship, the Apna PC setup (10 PCs with peripherals) on lease, curated learning resources, and ongoing technical support.
Can I charge a fee from my students?
Yes, PODs may charge reasonable fees to cover local costs and maintain the sustainability of the centre. However, students must not be overcharged.
Can the POD receive additional PCs?
Yes, but only after evaluating the POD’s performance and its impact on students and the community.
Are the PCs given for free?
No. PCs are provided on lease, not as donations.
Does the POD need to pay anything to Apni Pathshala?
We do not charge any fees or commissions for the Apna PC setup. PODs are responsible for their own local costs and fee structures. If anyone asks for money, please report it immediately to [email protected]