In the present world, ‘information technology has brought about a virtual revolution’ would be an absolute understatement. In fact, every field or sphere of life, considered generally, has been infused with a fresh life, via the channel of information technology. Moreover, the field of education is not any exception, to the good signs of information technology. The use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has the potential to significantly alter how teachers and students, teach and learn. ICT aids in increasing educational possibilities, enhancing the integrity of instruction and learning, prolonging lifelong learning, and enhancing managerial effectiveness and efficiency. In many ways, it can be said that the two are inseparable or work hand-in-glove. The present study aims to understand how Information and Technology are ruling the entire education system, as learning online as per the users’ flexibility is gaining popularity day by day and most importantly due to the implementation of new education system in India, many ICT based programs have been included in NEP-2020 like vocational courses, skill labs and coding programs. ICT also expands students’ and teachers’ educational opportunities and affordances, and this ultimately will also shape the future of the education system. This paper reviews various online learning platforms such as National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, which is the most subscribed educational channel, having more than 1.5 million subscribers.

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