Assistive Technology
Smartphone & Screen Reader Mastery
Learn practical tips to use TalkBack / VoiceOver confidently for daily tasks, education and work.
Empowering Persons with Disabilities Through Education & Skill Development
Netra Charitable Trust is a dedicated institution working to empower visually impaired individuals through education, mobility training, skill development, and awareness.
About Us
Creating a one-stop solution platform for every disability-related challenge.
Netra Charitable Trust is a dedicated institution working to empower Persons with Disabilities—especially individuals who are blind or visually impaired—through education, skill development, mobility training, and awareness.
With a mission to create a one-stop solution platform for every disability-related challenge, Netra is committed to ensuring that no individual is left behind due to lack of resources, guidance, or accessibility.
Our Commitment: To identify the real challenges faced by persons with disabilities and address them through structured, accessible, high-quality training, continuous expert mentorship, and a national platform that strengthens support, awareness, and empowerment.
Our Vision
To build an inclusive ecosystem where every visually impaired or disabled individual receives the right knowledge, skills, and opportunities to achieve independence, dignity, and long-term success.
Our Mission
To identify the real challenges faced by persons with disabilities and address them through structured, accessible, high-quality training, continuous expert mentorship, and a national platform that strengthens support, awareness, and empowerment.
Why Netra Stands Apart
What makes us different in the disability empowerment space
First-of-its-kind one-stop disability solution platform
Blend of online + offline empowerment services
Highly experienced trainers with 7–15 years of expertise
Free webinars & awareness programs for community upliftment
Skill-based training designed exclusively for visually impaired learners
Mobility & Braille training delivered at home (Delhi & Mumbai)
Transparent, student-centric, and mission-driven approach
Free webinars & awareness programs for community upliftment
Our Courses
Quality education and skill development accessible to everyone. Choose from our free and paid courses designed for visually impaired learners.
At Netra Charitable Trust, we believe that quality education and skill development should be accessible to everyone. Our free courses are specially designed for visually impaired learners to help them gain confidence, independence, and practical skills for everyday life and future opportunities.
Finger Talk Course
Beginner-friendly smartphone accessibility training for newly blind individuals, covering TalkBack, gestures, settings, and essential apps.
- TalkBack gestures & navigation
- Accessibility settings & text editing
- App usage & essential smartphone skills
Flash Hand – Typing Mastery
Foundational typing course for beginners, focusing on keyboard orientation, finger placement, and accuracy building.
- Keyboard orientation & finger placement
- Typing techniques & shortcuts
- Practical exercises for speed & accuracy
Prompt Engineering
Learn to effectively communicate with AI tools like ChatGPT to get accurate, useful results for productivity and problem-solving.
- Techniques for accurate AI responses
- Improve learning & productivity with AI
- Practical AI applications
Business Launchpad
Introductory entrepreneurship program covering business fundamentals, marketing, finance, and branding for aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Business fundamentals & marketing
- Customer relations & financial planning
- Branding & growth strategies
Course Benefits
100% Free Training
Live Interactive Sessions
Accessible Learning Environment
Expert Trainers and Mentors
Practical Assignments
Doubt-Clearing Support
Certificate of Completion
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Eligibility
Open to visually impaired and blind learners across India.
Certificate
Participants who complete the course requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion from Netra Charitable Trust.
Take your skills to the next level with our comprehensive paid courses. Designed for deeper learning, professional growth, and career advancement.
Mobile Accessibility Training (MATE)
For individuals with low vision or late blindness to use Android smartphones independently.
- Complete TalkBack Training
- Android Navigation & Settings
- Social Media, Payments, Productivity
Basic Computer Accessibility (BCAT)
Entry-level computer course for learners with little or no prior knowledge.
- Computer Fundamentals
- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Internet & Email Basics
Advanced Computer Accessibility (ACAT)
For learners with basic computer skills to develop advanced productivity and accessibility techniques.
- Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Google Workspace
- Professional Digital Workflows
AI Integration Mastery (AIIM)
Practical AI training for productivity, research, and accessibility using tools like ChatGPT.
- AI Fundamentals
- Prompt Engineering
- AI for Learning & Content Creation
Raag Bhavan – Vocal Music
Classical vocal music training for beginners to develop voice, rhythm, and expression.
- Voice Development
- Ragas, Taan, Taal
- Performance Techniques
Echo Strums – Guitar
Comprehensive guitar training from beginner to intermediate for visually impaired learners.
- Guitar Handling & Chords
- Strumming & Rhythm
- Song Accompaniment
All Paid Courses Include: Live Zoom Classes, Recordings, Study Notes, Trainer Guidance, Doubt-Clearing, Practical Activities, and Certification.
Personal Classes: One-to-One Training, Flexible Timings, Personalized Learning.
UPLIFT — Free Webinar Platform
Empowering visually impaired individuals through awareness, skills & opportunity.
Netra conducts regular online webinars on financial independence, mental strength, legal awareness, assistive technology, and career development.
All sessions are free, accessible, and interactive.
Uplift has benefited thousands by connecting them with expert guidance and a supportive community.
Free & Accessible
Mental Strength
Legal Awareness
Assistive Technology
Career Development
Community Guidance
Thousands have benefited—join the movement.
Career Development
Government Jobs & Exam Preparation for PwD Candidates
Reservation policies, exam scribes, preparation strategy and success stories from selected candidates.
Legal Awareness
Know Your Rights - RPwD Act 2016 Simplified
Understand disability certificates, UDID, education & employment rights, and how to file grievances.
Click Register Free and the contact form will open with the webinar pre-selected — we will send you the joining link by email or WhatsApp.
Financial Independence
Banking, UPI & Digital Payments for the Visually Impaired
Mental Strength
Building Confidence & Overcoming Social Barriers
Assistive Technology
AI Tools That Make Daily Life Easier
Offline Impact & Field Services
Netra Charitable Trust is committed to expanding its reach across India.
Mobility & Braille
Home-based training in Delhi & Mumbai
Employment Courses
Job-oriented skill development
Free Awareness
Community engagement programs
National Network
Strong disability support network
Partnerships
Collaborating for greater reach
Sustainable Growth
Strategic community engagement
Our Volunteers
The dedicated people who power Netra's mission of inclusion and empowerment across India.
Sandip Tulsiram Polkar
Role: Group Leader & Community Volunteer
Location: Maharashtra, India
About: Sandip Tulsiram Polkar is a 100% visually impaired Group Leader and Community Volunteer at Netra Charitable Trust. He manages Netra's WhatsApp communities, connecting 1,500+ visually impaired individuals with trusted information, opportunities, and support while promoting inclusion and community empowerment.
Ankit Chaudhari
Role: State Community Manager & Volunteer Leader
Location: Uttar Pradesh, India
About: Ankit Chaudhari is a visually impaired State Community Manager at Netra Charitable Trust. He oversees Netra's state-wise WhatsApp communities, leading 20+ volunteer administrators to connect hundreds of persons with disabilities with information, opportunities, and support while strengthening inclusive community engagement across India.
Ashish Katheth
Role: Accessibility Trainer & Community Volunteer
Location: Uttarakhand, India
About: Ashish Katheth is a 100% visually impaired Accessibility Trainer at Netra Charitable Trust. He trains visually impaired individuals in smartphone accessibility and digital literacy, helping them build confidence, independence, and essential technology skills through practical, inclusive learning.
Qureshi Mohammad Danish
Role: Event Host & Community Volunteer
Location: Maharashtra, India
About: Qureshi Mohammad Danish is a Community Volunteer at Netra Charitable Trust and an experienced Event Host from Maharashtra. Being a 100% visually impaired individual, he hosts webinars, workshops, seminars, and community events, promoting accessibility, inclusion, and awareness through his excellent communication and dedication to community service.
Want to join our volunteer family? Reach out to us and select Volunteering in the form.
Important Guidelines & Resources
Official guidelines, schemes and resources every person with disability should know about. All links open the official websites in a new tab.
Rights & Legal
RPwD Act 2016
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act — the complete law covering rights, education, employment and accessibility.
Visit WebsiteUDID (Unique Disability ID)
Apply for your UDID card, download the e-card and track your application on the official Swavlamban portal.
Visit WebsiteDisability Certificate Guidelines
Official process to apply online for your Disability Certificate along with the UDID card.
Visit WebsiteEducation
Scribe / Writer Guidelines for Examinations
Government guidelines on scribe facility, compensatory time and other exam concessions for PwD candidates.
Visit WebsiteUGC Guidelines for Students with Disabilities
UGC Accessibility Guidelines & Standards for colleges and universities to support students with disabilities.
Visit WebsiteCBSE Guidelines for Students with Disabilities
CBSE exemptions and concessions for Children With Special Needs (CWSN) in board examinations.
Visit WebsiteTravel
Indian Railways Facilities for PwDs
Apply for the Divyangjan Railway Card online to get fare concessions and station / travel facilities.
Visit WebsiteDGCA Air Travel Guidelines
DGCA rules for carriage by air of persons with disability or reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance.
Visit WebsiteMetro Rail Accessibility
Delhi Metro facilities for differently-abled passengers — lifts, tactile paths, Braille buttons and assistance.
Visit WebsiteDigital Accessibility
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)
International W3C standards for making websites and apps accessible to everyone, including screen reader users.
Visit WebsiteGIGW Accessibility Guidelines (India)
Guidelines for Indian Government Websites & Apps — India's official standards for accessible websites.
Visit WebsiteScreen Reader Resources
Official pages of the most popular screen readers — NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack and VoiceOver.
Employment & Welfare
Government Job Reservation for PwDs
4% reservation in government jobs — official list of identified posts and instructions for PwD candidates.
Visit WebsiteADIP Scheme (Assistive Devices & Aids)
Get free or subsidised assistive devices and aids under the Government's ADIP Scheme.
Visit WebsiteAccessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat)
Nationwide accessibility campaign — report accessibility issues in buildings, transport and digital services.
Visit WebsiteWorkplace & Accessibility Policy
Netra Charitable Trust
Netra Charitable Trust is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees, volunteers, beneficiaries, and partners. We uphold equal opportunity, non-discrimination, and zero tolerance toward harassment or misconduct.
Accessibility Commitment
Accessibility is central to our mission. Our programs are designed to be accessible to all, with screen-reader friendly materials, accessible communication, and supportive in-person environments.
- Accessible Communication: Inclusive and screen-reader friendly.
- Digital Platforms: Optimized for assistive technologies.
- In-Person Environments: Proper accessibility infrastructure.
- Assistive Technologies: Encouraged and facilitated.
Ethical Conduct & Culture
- Promote ethical conduct and transparency.
- Accountability at all levels.
- Foster a culture of empowerment.
Inclusion is our responsibility. We strive to create opportunities for every individual to learn, grow, and achieve independence.
Get in Touch
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