A message claiming to offer free laptops to students has been widely circulated online. The message asks students to apply under the supposed ‘National Student Laptop Scheme 2026’, giving the impression that the programme has been launched by the Centre.
However, the claim is fake, according to the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit.
PIB Fact Check said the Government of India has neither announced a scheme called ‘National Student Laptop Scheme 2026’ nor invited applications from students for free laptops.
The clarification came after the message began circulating through WhatsApp and other social media platforms. The viral post reportedly used the name of the Government of India to make the offer appear official.
Did you come across the Free Laptop Scheme message?
A #WhatsApp message is being circulated claiming that the Government has invited applications from students for free laptops under the ‘National Student Laptop Scheme 2026.’#PIBFactCheck
This claim is #FAKE .
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— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) September 21, 2026
The PIB Fact Check Unit advised people to be cautious about such messages and verify government schemes through official sources before sharing personal information or submitting applications.
The government also warned that fake offers...
A message claiming to offer free laptops to students has been widely circulated online. The message asks students to apply under the supposed ‘National Student Laptop Scheme 2026’, giving the impr...