NPTEL is an initiative by seven IITs and IISc to enhance the quality of engineering education in India. It provides online certification courses in science and engineering disciplines approved by AICTE and UGC. The objectives are to transform India into a knowledge economy and improve higher education, professional education, distance education, and continuous learning. NPTEL has over 1700 courses in 21 disciplines with over 8 million enrollments and 8.7 lakh exam registrations available on its website and YouTube channel. Colleges can become NPTEL Local Chapters by hosting the content on their network and appointing faculty as mentors to guide students. Certificates are awarded based on assignments and proctored exams, with different levels of Elite