The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Government of India, successfully implemented its flagship initiative SATHEE (Self-Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams) across 569 government non–School of Eminence (non-SOE) institutions in Punjab during the last academic year.

SATHEE is a free, technology-driven educational platform developed by IIT Kanpur to democratize access to quality coaching for entrance exams such as JEE and NEET. The initiative has already demonstrated a significant academic impact in Punjab. The number of students qualifying for JEE Main increased from 49 in 2024 to 85 in 2025, while the number of NEET qualifiers rose from 335 in 2024 to 497 in 2025—a remarkable improvement within just one academic year. Teachers report that many students who earlier relied on private tuition are now fully dependent on SATHEE for structured coaching and mentorship. 

Prof. Amey Karkare, Project In-charge of SATHEE at IIT Kanpur, said, “SATHEE is enabling a silent revolution in equitable education. Through this initiative, we are proving that when given the right tools and guidance, students from all backgrounds can rise to their fullest potential. The success in Punjab is a testimony to what focused, inclusive interventions can achieve.”

Tailored for students from economically weaker backgrounds, SATHEE offers a full suite of academic resources—recorded and live lectures by expert faculty, daily practice problems, mock tests, and motivational sessions by mentors from IITs and AIIMS. Its core strength lies in its self-assessment tools, enabling students to evaluate their progress and prepare more effectively.