National Learning Initiative

National Learning Week

A national movement to embed a culture of lifelong learning and continuous professional development within India's civil services, creating a future-ready, citizen-centric, and competency-driven workforce aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.

Vision

The National Learning Week (Karmayogi Saptah) embodies the vision of creating a future-ready, citizen-centric, and competency-driven civil service aligned with India's journey toward Viksit Bharat 2047. Conceived under Mission Karmayogi by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), and Karmayogi Bharat, NLW aims to institutionalize lifelong learning within the civil services by cultivating curiosity, innovation, and collaboration across all levels of governance.

The vision of NLW is to transform India's bureaucracy into a dynamic learning ecosystem, where every civil servant, whether in central ministries, departments, or local bodies actively engages in continuous professional development. By focusing on competency-based learning, NLW seeks to strengthen behavioural, functional, and domain skills, ensuring that governance becomes more efficient, transparent, and citizen-oriented.

NLW was designed to operationalize the "One Government" approach, encouraging inter-ministerial collaboration and shared ownership of learning. Through curated courses, webinars, and peer-learning sessions, it promotes the integration of Indic wisdom, modern governance practices, and technological innovations, enabling civil servants to balance tradition with transformation. The event's design ensures alignment between individual learning goals and national priorities, fostering a sense of purpose and unity across India's public administration.

Another cornerstone of the vision is accessibility and inclusivity. By leveraging the iGOT Karmayogi platform, NLW democratizes access to high-quality learning opportunities, allowing officials from diverse geographies and cadres to learn at their own pace. With content available in multiple languages and tailored to different levels (Groups A, B, and C), it ensures no segment of the government workforce is left behind.

The overarching vision extends beyond a one-week initiative; it is about embedding a permanent culture of learning within government systems. By celebrating learning through events like NLW and recognizing high-performing Karmayogis, the government aims to institutionalize continuous upskilling as a professional norm.

Ultimately, the National Learning Week envisions a competent, ethical, and responsive civil service that can navigate the complexities of modern governance with confidence and compassion—turning learning into the driving force behind effective public service and national transformation.

Objectives

The National Learning Week (Karmayogi Saptah) was conceptualized as a national movement to embed a culture of lifelong learning and continuous professional development within India's civil services.

Strengthen Competencies

A core objective was to strengthen competencies among government officials across behavioural, functional, and domain dimensions. By curating learning content linked to the Annual Capacity Building Plans (ACBPs) of ministries and departments, NLW ensured that training was role-specific, performance-oriented, and impact-driven.

One Government Approach

Another key objective was to promote the "One Government" approach, breaking silos between ministries, departments, and levels of government. Through collaborative webinars, cross-sectoral discussions, and shared learning platforms, NLW sought to cultivate a sense of collective purpose and strengthen coordination within public administration.

Technology & Wisdom

The initiative also aimed to leverage technology and Indic wisdom for modern governance. By combining emerging tools such as artificial intelligence, digital public infrastructure, and data-driven governance with values rooted in Indian ethos, NLW emphasized a balance between innovation, ethics, and empathy in service delivery.

Peer Learning & Recognition

Peer learning and knowledge sharing were equally central to the vision. Group discussions (Samuhik Charchas) and thematic webinars enabled civil servants to exchange insights, share best practices, and collectively address real-world governance challenges. NLW also sought to recognize and celebrate learning achievements, motivating officials through Karma Points, certificates, and public acknowledgment.

Finally, the long-term objective was to institutionalize National Learning Week as an annual Festival of Learning, transforming it into a sustained platform for knowledge exchange and innovation. Through these efforts, the initiative aspires to nurture a competent, ethical, and future-ready civil service committed to continuous improvement and national development.

Concept Note

Concept Overview

The National Training Conclave 2023, organized by the Capacity Building Commission (CBC) and inaugurated by the Hon'ble Prime Minister, marked the first-ever national gathering of Civil Service Training Institutions (CSTIs). It aimed to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity enhancement within India's civil services training ecosystem. With participation from over 1,500 delegates, including representatives from 1,000+ CSTIs, ministries, academia, and the private sector, the Conclave provided a platform to discuss strategies for strengthening governance and institutional capacities.

The day-long event featured an inaugural session, eight thematic breakout discussions, and multiple knowledge lounges on NSCSTI, iGOT, and emerging technologies. Key themes included training needs assessment, knowledge sharing, impact evaluation, strategic resource planning, faculty development, and digital transformation. Recommendations emerging from these sessions are intended to guide the Commission's future policy and institutional initiatives.

The Conclave concluded with the Hon'ble MoS and Principal Secretary to PM outlining the way forward—emphasizing behavioral and technology-driven capacity building, institutional collaboration, and regularizing the Conclave to strengthen India's pursuit of a Future-Ready Civil Service.

Chronology of Events (Pilot / Phases)

 
Pre-event
Conceptualized by DoPT, CBC, and Karmayogi Bharat under Mission Karmayogi; ministries curated competency-based courses on iGOT.
 
19 October 2024
Launch by Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre; unveiled Karmayogi Competency Model (KCM).
 
19–27 October 2024
200+ webinars, 175+ MDO-led sessions, and Samuhik Charchas held; 45.4 lakh enrollments, 32.5 lakh completions.
Media outreach: 1.74 crore people engaged nationwide.
 
Post-event: 14 November 2024
Valedictory on 14 Nov 2024; plan to institutionalize NLW annually and launch weekly Karmayogi Talks for continuous learning.

Key Milestones

Launch
Inaugurated by Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 19 October 2024 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi
Duration
Held from 19 – 25 October 2024, extended till 27 October 2024 to enhance participation
Objective
To promote a culture of continuous learning across government and encourage every civil servant to complete a minimum of 4 hours of competency-based learning
Participation
7.45 lakh+ civil servants across central and state governments participated; 45 lakh+ course enrollments, 32.5 lakh+ completions
Activities Conducted
Over 200 Ministry/Department-level learning events, webinars, and masterclasses facilitated by CBC
Recognition
Ministries, Departments, and PSUs achieving the "4-hour learning goal" were felicitated by CBC

Impact Metrics (Outcomes achieved, measurable indicators)

9x Increase
9 times increase (than normal daily rate) in daily average course completions was observed
45.4 Lakh+
Course enrollments achieved during Karmayogi Saptah 2024
32.5 Lakh+
Course completions, leading to 38.5 lakh+ learning hours
7.4 Lakh+
Active trackable participation of individuals

Key Performance Indicators

  • The average daily course completion during the Karmayogi Saptah 2024 exceeded 3.5 Lakhs while reaching 6.2 Lakhs+ on 24th October 2024.
  • The national learning week witnessed active trackable participation of 7.4 Lakh+ individuals (some individuals participated through offline workshop or collectively attended webinars which are not included in data). Out of these, 4.2 Lakh+ individuals completed targeted learning of at least 4 hours.
  • The highlight of Karmayogi Saptah was the series of central webinars featuring 24 prominent speakers from diverse sectors, each chosen for their expertise in areas that directly impact governance and public administration.
  • Samuhik Charchas, were a distinctive feature of Karmayogi Saptah, providing civil servants with a platform to engage in meaningful dialogue, share experiences, and foster collaborative learning.
  • Outreach: The Karmayogi Saptah achieved an impressive overall reach of 1.74 Crore viewers, capturing widespread attention across all digital platforms. With 57,800 interactions and 691 posts/articles on social media, the event generated robust engagement and sparked meaningful conversations.

Performance Analytics

Daily Course Completion Trends

Course Completion & Learning Metrics

Central Webinar Performance

Ministry/Department Specific Webinar Performance

Webinar Performance Statistics

Overall Statistics Overview

Conceptual Framework

Document

National Learning Week - Full Concept Note

Complete concept document for Karmayogi Saptah

Relevant Data

Reports & Documents

Consolidated Report, Print 13Nov 10AM[1]

Report including PIB coverage

Connection with National Training Conclave

The National Learning Week (NLW) and National Training Conclave (NTC) are complementary initiatives under Mission Karmayogi, both working toward the shared vision of transforming India's civil service training ecosystem. While the National Training Conclave 2023 laid the foundation by bringing together training institutions and establishing standards (NSCSTI), the National Learning Week 2024 operationalized these frameworks by engaging individual civil servants in competency-based learning.

NTC focused on institutional strengthening—creating standards, building capacity of training institutions, and fostering collaboration among CSTIs. NLW, on the other hand, focuses on individual and organizational learning culture—encouraging civil servants to take ownership of their learning journeys and embedding continuous development as a professional norm.

Together, these initiatives create a comprehensive ecosystem where training institutions are strengthened (NTC) and learners are motivated and enabled (NLW), ensuring that capacity building becomes both institutionalized and personalized, leading to a future-ready civil service aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.