One Nation One Subscription (ONOS): A Game Changer for Higher Education and Research Institutions in India"

Abstract

The One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, approved by the Union Cabinet, is a landmark initiative aimed at transforming access to international scholarly journals for higher education and research institutions in India. With an allocation of ₹6,000 crore for 2025-2027, the scheme ensures access to nearly 13,000 e-journals from 30 leading international publishers through a streamlined digital platform. Coordinated by INFLIBNET, ONOS facilitates equitable access to critical academic resources for institutions across urban and remote areas, especially those in tier 2 and tier 3 cities. By bridging resource gaps, it fosters interdisciplinary research, enhances educational quality, and aligns with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), and the vision of a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047. This paper delves into the framework, implementation, and potential of ONOS to revolutionize the academic and research landscape in India, emphasizing its role in promoting innovation, collaboration, and global research competitiveness.