Khan Academy: Free Learning Resources for Indian Students

When you’re trying to study for JEE, NEET, or CBSE board exams but can’t afford coaching, Khan Academy, a free, nonprofit online learning platform founded by Salman Khan, offering thousands of video lessons and practice exercises across subjects like math, science, and economics. Also known as free educational videos for students, it helps learners in small towns and cities access the same quality content as students in metro schools. Unlike paid coaching centers, Khan Academy doesn’t charge a rupee — no subscriptions, no hidden fees. It’s just clear explanations, step-by-step problem solving, and quizzes that adapt to your pace.

Many Indian students use Khan Academy alongside their school syllabus because it breaks down tough topics like calculus, organic chemistry, or grammar rules into bite-sized videos. Teachers in rural schools often recommend it to students who can’t afford tutors. It’s especially helpful for those preparing for competitive exams — you can watch a 10-minute video on quadratic equations at 2 a.m. and practice problems right after. The platform also has dedicated sections for SAT, PSAT, and AP exams, which matters if you’re thinking about studying abroad later.

What makes Khan Academy stand out isn’t just that it’s free — it’s how it works. You don’t need to sit through a 2-hour lecture. You pause, rewind, and repeat until it clicks. It tracks your progress, tells you what you’re good at, and flags what you need to review. For students juggling school, coaching, and family responsibilities, this flexibility is everything. It doesn’t replace coaching for everyone, but it fills the gaps where coaching falls short — like when you miss a class, don’t understand a topic, or just need a second explanation.

There are also tools built for Indian learners — practice sets aligned with NCERT, Hindi-language subtitles on many videos, and mobile-friendly access for those using low-end smartphones. You can learn physics while commuting on a bus or revise biology during a lunch break. No app download needed. Just open your browser.

What you’ll find in the posts below are real strategies from students who used Khan Academy to crack UPSC prelims, improve their English fluency without classes, and prepare for board exams on a tight budget. Some used it as their main resource. Others used it to fix weak spots after coaching. Every story here is grounded in real experience — no theory, no fluff, just what worked.