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A React-based web application providing doorstep digital assistance services for students in rural and semi-urban India. The platform connects students with trained digital assistants who help with online forms, college admissions, scholarship applications, and digital literacy.

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Project Title: Affordable & Secure Doorstep Digital Assistance for Students


Project Description

In many rural and semi-urban areas, students who have completed their 10th or 12th standard face significant challenges in accessing and filling out essential online forms, such as:

  • College admission applications
  • Scholarship applications
  • Competitive entrance exam registrations
  • Job applications
  • Government scheme enrollments

These challenges arise due to:

  • Limited digital literacy
  • Lack of access to smartphones, laptops, or internet connectivity
  • Cyber cafés being located far away (2-3 km or more)
  • Misinformation, overcharging, or scams at cyber cafés

As a result, many students either make mistakes, miss important deadlines, or fall victim to fraudulent practices.


Our Solution

We offer a community-driven web and mobile platform that enables students to request doorstep digital assistance for various tasks related to education and government services.

How it works:

  1. Request Support:
    Students or their parents can raise a help request via the mobile app or website.

  2. Expert Assignment:
    A digitally skilled local student is assigned as an expert to visit the student's home and provide help with the required task.

  3. Form-Filling & Guidance:
    The expert helps in filling out forms, making payments (if required), tracking application status, and offering career or college guidance.

  4. Feedback & Transparency:
    After completion, users can rate the service and view a full summary of the assistance provided.


Key Features

  • User-Friendly Interface:
    Mobile and web platform with simple, localized UI for easy access.

  • Doorstep Assistance:
    No need to travel—help comes to the student's home.

  • Trusted Local Experts:
    Verified student volunteers trained in digital services from the same locality.

  • Affordable & Transparent:
    Low-cost services with secure payments (Razorpay, UPI) and no hidden charges.

  • Real-Time Tracking:
    Users can track their requests, view expert profiles, and monitor progress.

  • Secure & Private:
    All data is encrypted and stored securely. No third-party access is allowed.


Societal Impact

  • Bridges the Digital Divide:
    Helps underserved students get equal access to online opportunities.

  • Reduces Dependency on Cyber Cafés:
    Ensures safe and trustworthy service at home.

  • Empowers Youth:
    Creates part-time earning opportunities for local digitally skilled students.

  • Promotes Digital Awareness:
    Organizes workshops and builds awareness through “Cyber-bandhu” campaigns.

  • Boosts Education & Employment Access:
    Assists students in applying for colleges, scholarships, jobs, and exams without hassle.


Technology Stack

Web Platform:

  • Frontend: React.js + Tailwind CSS
  • Backend: Node.js + Express.js
  • Database: MongoDB
  • Authentication: Clerk
  • Payments: Razorpay, UPI Integration

Mobile App:

  • Frontend: React Native
  • Backend: Node.js
  • Payments: Razorpay, UPI Integration

Estimated Budget

₹5 - ₹7 Lakhs (for development, training, promotion, and operations)


Target Users

  • Students from rural and semi-urban backgrounds
  • Parents of students who need digital assistance
  • Schools or local communities looking to provide support to students

Vision

To create an inclusive, transparent, and secure digital ecosystem that empowers every student—regardless of location or background—to access opportunities and resources online with confidence and support.

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A React-based web application providing doorstep digital assistance services for students in rural and semi-urban India. The platform connects students with trained digital assistants who help with online forms, college admissions, scholarship applications, and digital literacy.

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