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What is PISA Exam? Everything You Need to Know About PISA 2025

The PISA exam is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about assessments in global education. But what is the PISA exam, and why does it matter so much for students, teachers, and policymakers in India and around the world? Why did India participate in PISA exam only once in 2009 and scored 72nd out of […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 23, 2025

Your Guide to the Atal Tinkering Lab 2025-2026 Calendar: Monthly Innovation in Action

The Atal Tinkering Lab 2025-2026 Calendar is more than just a timeline, it’s a well-structured, monthly guide that encourages students to innovate, experiment, and think beyond textbooks. Released by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), this calendar acts as a backbone for planning and executing STEM-focused activities throughout the academic year. Whether you’re an ATL in-charge, […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 22, 2025

STEM Lab in School- a STEM kit is displayed in this image.

How to Setup STEM Lab in School: A Strong 11 Step Guide

If you’re thinking of building a STEM lab in school, you’re already on the path to transforming your students’ future. But before jumping into budgets or equipment, let’s understand what is STEM lab, why it’s important, and how exactly to set one up step-by-step. What is STEM Lab? Let’s begin with the basics. What is […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 21, 2025

Atal Tinkering Lab Curriculum- 21 Power Modules

The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has crafted a comprehensive Atal Tinkering Lab curriculum to build a nation-wide ecosystem where innovation and creativity is the base of education. This Atal Tinkering Lab syllabus encompasses various modules designed to equip students with essential skills for the 21st century. Atal Tinkering Lab Curriculum 1. Design Thinking Design Thinking […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 18, 2025

Common ATL Application Mistakes – And How to Avoid Them

Setting up an Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) change the entire way students in your school learn and innovate. But before that happens, your school needs to secure the ATL grant successfully. When government announced ₹20 lakh ATL grant for 10,000 schools in December, 2016, many schools applied but a large number got rejected because of […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 17, 2025

How to Secure Atal Tinkering Lab Grant in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide for Schools

If your school wants to lead the way in innovation and hands-on learning, applying for the Atal Tinkering Lab grant in 2025 should be your first step. Offered under the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) by NITI Aayog, this grant gives ₹20 lakh to selected schools to set up a dedicated innovation lab. From robotics and […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 16, 2025

Why Every School Needs an Atal Tinkering Lab Software in 2025

India is moving fast toward innovation and future-ready education. Schools with Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL) are already a step ahead. However, many struggle to manage the ATL Lab after receiving the grant. Without proper tracking, scheduling, and structured learning, the ATL Lab becomes another unused room. This is where Atal Tinkering Lab software plays a […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 15, 2025

Future-Ready Learning: Top 10 Skills for Students Inside ATL Labs

Schools and colleges follow theory-heavy curriculum limiting students’ learning. Most of the students who score well in exams understand the concepts but have no hands-on knowledge. Right after school when students face the real-world challenges through college projects or internships, the theoretical experience barely plays any important role. In this blog, I have tried to […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 14, 2025

What is the School Innovation Marathon?

The School Innovation Marathon is India’s largest school-level innovation challenge, jointly organized by the Ministry of Education, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), and UNICEF YuWaah. It aims to enroll a culture of innovation among students by encouraging them to identify community problems and develop innovative solutions through […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 11, 2025

How to Improve School Performance with ATL

Every school wants to be known for excellence. But in today’s fast-changing world, old teaching methods are not enough. So the question is- how to improve school performance? Schools need innovation, hands-on learning, and visible results. That’s where Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL Labs) makes a big difference. They are not just STEM labs. They are […]

By Gaurang Gandhi

April 10, 2025