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What it is

SWAYAM is an online learning platform offering courses from Class 9 through postgraduate level. Anyone worldwide can register, with no specific age or eligibility criterion for online courses. Course material combines video lectures, downloadable or printable reading, self-assessment tests and quizzes, and an online discussion forum. Some courses are self-paced and have no enrollment deadline, while availability depends on semester and instructor schedules. Courses are offered through National Coordinators including AICTE, NPTEL, UGC, CEC, NCERT, NIOS, IGNOU, IIMB, NITTTR and INI. Access is free on the web and Android. Learners seeking certificates must register and pay a fee for a proctored exam held in person at a designated centre on a specified date; the amount varies by course and coordinator. Approved universities and colleges may accept course marks or certificates for credit transfer. Internet access is required, although faculty-enabled downloads may be available.

Spec sheet

Purpose
SWAYAM hosts online courses from school Class 9 through postgraduate level for learners anywhere.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Free plan
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Mobile apps
androidRead 22 Sep 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Support
The site directs learners to choose the relevant SWAYAM National Coordinator for support.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Account sign-in
The FAQ says learners can sign up using Microsoft or Google login.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Certificates
Learners seeking a certificate must register and pay for a proctored exam; exams are held in person at designated centres on specified dates.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Course availability
Courses are offered by semester according to instructor availability, and not all courses are available every semester.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Course certificates
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Course format
Courses use four components: video lectures, downloadable or printable reading material, self-assessment tests and quizzes, and an online discussion forum.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Course formats
mixedRead 22 Sep 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Course providers
Ten National Coordinators are listed, including AICTE, NPTEL, UGC, CEC, NCERT, NIOS, IGNOU, IIMB, NITTTR and INI.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Credit transfer
Universities and colleges that approve credit transfer can use marks or certificates from SWAYAM courses for that purpose.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Intended learners
The FAQ says anyone in the world can register for a course and that there is no specific age or eligibility criterion for online courses.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Internet and offline access
Course content requires an active internet connection, though downloads may be available when the faculty enables them.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Offline access
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Platform development
The About page says the current platform was developed by the Ministry of Education and NPTEL, IIT Madras, with help from Google Inc. and Persistent Systems Ltd.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Privacy and security
SWAYAM says profile information is stored with consent and that data is secured in transit and at rest.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in
Self-paced learning
SWAYAM offers self-paced courses, for which the FAQ says there is no enrollment deadline.Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in

Plans and prices

SWAYAM courses Free Course access is free · Proctored certificate exams require a fee; amount varies by course and National Coordinator Read 11 Oct 2026 · swayam.gov.in

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free course access
  • Web and Android availability
  • Self-paced courses available
  • Certificates offered through proctored exams
  • Credit transfer may be approved

Limits

  • Certificate exams require payment
  • Exams occur in person
  • Not every course runs each semester
  • Course content requires internet access

Who it suits

It suits learners seeking online courses from school Class 9 through postgraduate level, including people wanting self-paced study. It also fits learners whose institutions approve SWAYAM credit transfer.

Verdict

SWAYAM combines broad course levels with free access, mixed learning materials, and optional certificates. Check semester availability and the in-person exam requirement before choosing a course.

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