‘Super 40’ Programme Launched to Support Government School Students in Competitive Exams

A new initiative aimed at supporting government school students in competitive examinations has been launched in Rohtak, focusing on providing structured guidance for exams such as JEE, NEET and NDA.

The ‘Super 40’ programme is designed to identify talented students from economically weaker backgrounds and provide them with specialised coaching, mentorship and academic support. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between private coaching access and government school education.

Officials stated that selected students will receive intensive preparation, study materials and mentorship from experienced educators, helping them compete at national-level entrance exams.

Focus on equal opportunity and merit-based selection

The programme is built around merit-based selection, ensuring that deserving students get access to quality preparation resources. Experts note that initiatives like this can significantly improve representation of government school students in competitive exams.

Education analysts have highlighted that lack of access to coaching and resources has long been a challenge for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Targeted programmes such as ‘Super 40’ aim to address this gap by providing structured support.

In addition to academic coaching, the programme is expected to include mentoring and motivation sessions to help students stay focused and confident. Holistic preparation is seen as essential for success in highly competitive exams.

At the same time, experts emphasise that scaling such initiatives across states will be important to create wider impact. Similar models could help improve access to quality education and competitive exam preparation nationwide.

The launch of the ‘Super 40’ programme reflects a growing focus on inclusive education, where talent is supported regardless of economic background. If implemented effectively, such initiatives could play a key role in improving access to top institutions for students from diverse sections of society.