IIT Kharagpur Free GATE JAM Preparation Platform

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has launched a free GATE and JAM preparation platform along with an AI-powered academic assistant to help students prepare for competitive examinations and improve their understanding of difficult concepts. The two initiatives were launched by Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar on October 12, 2026, at IIT Kharagpur's Research Park in Rajarhat, Kolkata, as part of the institute's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

The initiatives include the NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor, integrated with the National Digital Library of India (NDLI), and a separate online preparation platform for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) and Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM). Both aim to make academic support and competitive exam preparation more accessible, particularly for students who cannot afford expensive private coaching.

NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor Scan and Ask Feature

One of the key features of the NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor is its Scan & Ask facility. It enables students to seek help with academic questions by scanning or sharing a question and receiving guided assistance.

The tool supports learning in the following subjects:

• Physics for understanding concepts and solving numerical problems.
• Chemistry for clarifying theoretical concepts and working through questions.
• Mathematics for improving calculations, reasoning and problem-solving methods.
• Biology for understanding academic concepts and answering subject-related questions.

The tutor is designed to help students understand why a solution works instead of simply memorising an answer. It can guide learners through relevant steps, offer hints and help them identify errors in their reasoning.

Registered users can access the AI tutor through the National Digital Library of India platform. Students should visit the official NDLI website to check the latest access instructions.

How to Access the Free NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor

Students interested in using the free AI tutor launched by IIT Kharagpur can visit the National Digital Library of India website and check the available registration and login options.

1. Visit the official National Digital Library of India website at https://ndl.gov.in/.
2. Register for an account or log in using existing credentials.
3. Look for the NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor or the relevant tutor access option.
4. Open the tool and follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Use the available question assistance features to seek help with academic problems.

The AI tutor is intended for registered users, and students should follow the platform's current instructions to access its features.

Why IIT Kharagpur Is Expanding AI-Based Learning Support

The launch of the NDLI-FERMI AI Tutor and free GATE JAM preparation platform reflects an effort to make digital education more accessible to learners across India. The initiatives also highlight the potential role of artificial intelligence in supporting independent learning.

The AI tutor focuses on guided learning rather than simply generating answers. This approach is intended to encourage students to think through problems, understand concepts and develop independent problem-solving skills.

The two initiatives were launched as part of IIT Kharagpur's Platinum Jubilee celebrations. By extending academic resources beyond its campus, the institute aims to support students from different educational and economic backgrounds.

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