IDFC FIRST Bank has launched the IDFC FIRST Academy, a digital platform aimed at improving financial literacy in India. The platform offers accessible courses on complex financial topics, designed to help individuals manage their finances more effectively. The courses are bite-sized, consisting of videos, blogs, quizzes, and scenario-based activities. The program has three levels, covering 35 courses and 255 topics. Each course topic takes 3-5 minutes to complete, allowing users to progress at their own pace. Upon completion, participants receive certificates based on their scores. The IDFC FIRST Bank, a universal bank built on ethical principles, offers transparent products with no hidden charges. It operates a digital platform with features such as goal-based investing and personal finance management. The bank focuses on serving underbanked customers, financing over 40 million customers, including SMEs, women entrepreneurs, and rural families. Additionally, the bank is committed to high environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, integrating them into all aspects of its operations.
