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Free online courses (SWAYAM and NPTEL)
Certificate / short course
Government-backed platforms with free courses from top institutes. You can pay a small fee for a proctored exam and certificate.
Who can join
Open to everyone with a phone or computer and internet.
Courses and options inside this path
- Engineering and science courses (NPTEL)
- School to postgraduate courses (SWAYAM)
- Skill and career courses
Entrance exams and entry routes
What you can do after this
- Learn skills for free and add certificates to your resume
- Prepare for GATE, NET and other exams
- Credit transfer in some universities
Next steps
- Choose a course from a recognised or government-backed provider, not from an unknown advertisement.
- Check the duration, certificate type and total fees before you pay.
- Practise the skill every day and build a small portfolio of work you can show.
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is Free online courses (SWAYAM and NPTEL)?
Government-backed platforms with free courses from top institutes. You can pay a small fee for a proctored exam and certificate.
Who can join Free online courses (SWAYAM and NPTEL)?
Open to everyone with a phone or computer and internet.
Which exams or entry routes are used for Free online courses (SWAYAM and NPTEL)?
SWAYAM; NPTEL. Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after Free online courses (SWAYAM and NPTEL)?
Learn skills for free and add certificates to your resume; Prepare for GATE, NET and other exams; Credit transfer in some universities.