The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened applications for the SWAYAM July Semester 2026 examinations. Students interested in appearing for the exams can register online for courses covered under the current examination cycle.
The examination will cover 662 courses and is scheduled to take place from December 8 to 12, 2026. Candidates should complete their applications within the given deadline and check the examination schedule before selecting their courses.
SWAYAM stands for Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds. It is a programme launched by the Ministry of Education to make learning resources available online across different subjects. The initiative offers courses through various national coordinators, including institutions and organisations working in higher education, engineering, management and other fields.
SWAYAM July 2026: Important Dates
Candidates applying for the July semester examination should keep the following dates in mind:
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Date
Registration begins
October 9, 2026
Last date to submit application
October 31, 2026, until 11:50 pm
Last date to pay examination fee
November 1, 2026, until 11:50 pm
Application correction window
November 2–3, 2026
SWAYAM July 2026 examination
December 8–12, 2026
The correction window will allow candidates to make permitted changes to their submitted application forms. The dates for the examination city announcement and admit card release have not yet been announced.
SWAYAM July Semester Exam 2026: Mode and Timings
The NTA will conduct the examination in computer-based test (CBT) mode. According to the announced schedule, the exams will be held in two shifts:
- Morning shift: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Afternoon shift: 3 pm to 6 pm
The question papers will generally be available in English, except for language papers, which will be conducted in their respective languages. There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers in the multiple-choice question sections.
Candidates who have enrolled in more than one course should check the timetable carefully. If their selected courses are scheduled in the same shift, they will need to choose which examination to take.
How to Apply for SWAYAM July 2026 Exams
Candidates can complete the application process online by following these steps:
1. Visit the official NTA SWAYAM website at exams.nta.nic.in/swayam.
2. Open the link for the SWAYAM July Semester 2026 application.
3. Complete the registration process and enter the required details.
4. Fill out the online application form carefully.
5. Pay the examination fee through the available payment options.
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future refere.
Direct Link To Apply - Click Here
Candidates should verify their details before submitting the application and retain a copy of the confirmation page after completing the process.
