A KnowledgeGate Initiative

KARTAVYA

Education. Our Duty. Their Future.

60+Personnel supported

26 Jan 2025Initiative started

100%Free. Always.

Across frozen peaks, scorching deserts and restless seas, our defenders give their time and comfort to protect the nation's peace.

KnowledgeGate offers every course completely free—for as long as eligible learners need to prepare for the exam they choose.

No fee. No expiry pressure. Just knowledge for those who protect us.

“We cannot repay their sacrifice. But we can ensure their dreams are never left behind.”

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Eligibility

Who Can Apply

KARTAVYA is open to eligible serving and retired defence and paramilitary personnel, as well as eligible members of their families. Complete the short verification form and our team will review your application.

Active service

Serving Defence Personnel

Indian Army
Indian Navy
Indian Air Force
Indian Coast Guard

Serving personnel

CAPF & Paramilitary

BSF, CRPF and CISF
ITBP and SSB
Assam Rifles
Other approved services

Honourably discharged

Veterans & Ex-Servicemen

Retired defence personnel
Retired CAPF personnel
Veterans of every eligible rank

Eligible family

Dependants of Serving Personnel

Children of serving personnel
Eligible dependants of active-duty members

Eligible family

Dependants of Veterans

Children of ex-servicemen
Eligible dependants of retired personnel

With honour

Families of Martyrs

Spouses of fallen personnel
Children of martyrs
Eligible family dependants

Documents may be requested at verification

Valid identity proof
Service, ex-service or martyr certificate
Relationship proof, where applicable
Student ID, only when relevant

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