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Significant Improvement in Internet Connectivity in Indian Government Schools (2023-26)

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Between 2023-24 and 2025-26, internet connectivity in Indian government schools rose sharply from 46.2% to 63.1%, narrowing the gap with aided and private schools from 28 to 16 percentage points. According to the UDISE+ 2025-26 report, 67.4% of all Indian schools now have internet facilities, compared to 53.9% in 2023-24. Goa achieved full 100% internet coverage in schools, while Andhra Pradesh recorded 99.2% coverage. This improved infrastructure supports access to digital learning resources, online assessments, and school administration, reflecting key progress in education technology integration.

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Key Facts

  • Internet connectivity in government schools increased from 46.2% in 2023-24 to 63.1% in 2025-26.
  • The gap in internet access between government schools and aided/private schools narrowed from 28 percentage points to 16 percentage points during this period.
  • Overall, 67.4% of all schools in India had internet facilities in 2025-26, up from 53.9% in 2023-24 as per UDISE+ data.
  • Goa achieved 100% internet connectivity across its schools in 2025-26, while Andhra Pradesh attained 99.2% coverage.
  • UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus), the source of these statistics, is a comprehensive national school database that tracks infrastructure, enrollment, and facilities annually.

Background & Context

Government schools in India, managed by the Union Government, State Governments, or local bodies, constitute a significant segment of the national education system. Internet connectivity is a critical infrastructure component because it enables access to digital learning materials, facilitates online assessments, and supports administrative functions within schools. The digital divide remains a concern, but improved connectivity indicators suggest progress towards more equitable educational opportunities.

Why This Matters for Exams

Information on UDISE+, government school internet connectivity statistics, and related state-wise achievements like those of Goa and Andhra Pradesh are commonly tested topics in competitive exams focusing on education and digital initiatives in India. Understanding changes in internet access and the narrowing digital gap between government and private/aided schools is important for answering questions on educational infrastructure development and digital inclusion policies.

Points to Remember

  • UDISE+ stands for Unified District Information System for Education Plus, a key database for school-level education infrastructure and enrollment data in India.
  • By 2025-26, overall school internet connectivity in India reached 67.4%.
  • Government schools increased their internet connectivity from 46.2% in 2023-24 to 63.1% in 2025-26.
  • Goa recorded 100% internet coverage in schools, achieving full connectivity.
  • The gap between government and aided/private schools in internet access narrowed from 28 to 16 percentage points over the period.
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