845+ Virtual Labs and Digital Resources: How CBSE Students Can Learn Beyond Textbooks
Digital learning resources are an important supplement to school education. CBSE has highlighted 845+ curriculum-aligned virtual labs and digital resources through DIKSHA.
Quick answer: What are virtual labs?
Virtual labs are digital learning environments that help students visualise experiments, simulations and practical concepts. They can supplement physical laboratory experiences.
What students can use them for
- Visualising scientific concepts
- Reviewing experiments
- Preparing for practical work
- Exploring simulations
- Revising difficult concepts
Official resources
CBSE has highlighted 845+ curriculum-aligned virtual labs and digital resources on DIKSHA. NCERT’s CIET also describes their use in teaching-learning and assessment.
CBSE official website · CIET-NCERT virtual labs · DIKSHA Virtual Labs
Do virtual labs replace real laboratories?
No. Simulations can enhance understanding, but students should follow their school’s practical requirements and gain hands-on experience where available.
How tutors can use digital resources
A tutor can introduce a simulation, ask the student to predict an outcome, discuss observations and connect them to textbook theory.
Home tuition and digital learning
Students in Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali, Zirakpur and Kharar can combine personalised tuition with official digital resources.
Related: Class 8 Chandigarh, Class 9 Mohali, Class 10 Zirakpur.
FAQ
Are virtual labs useful at home?
Yes. They can supplement textbook learning and help students visualise concepts outside school hours.
Can virtual labs replace practical exams?
Students should follow official board and school requirements. Virtual resources are supplementary.