The National Testing Agency (NTA) recently concluded the Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) July 2025 semester examinations. Over 1.17 lakh candidates appeared for the exams, which took place from December 11 to 16, 2025 . NTA conducted the examinations across 210 centres in 123 cities nationwide.
A total of 1.42 lakh candidates registered for the SWAYAM July 2025 exam. Among these registrations, 1.21 lakh were unique candidates. The examination process spanned 12 shifts to accommodate all participants. Candidates completed their tests using both computer-based test (CBT) and hybrid modes, providing flexibility for various course requirements.
The NTA maintained a student-focused approach for exam operations. It implemented a responsive grievance redressal system. This system allowed candidates to report issues via phone, email, and social media channels. This ensured smooth conduct during the examination period.
Key Examination Statistics
| Metric | Count |
|---|---|
| Candidates Registered | 1.42 lakh |
| Unique Registrations | 1.21 lakh |
| Candidates Appeared | 1.17 lakh |
| Exam Centres | 210 |
| Cities Covered | 123 |
| Exam Shifts | 12 |
Exam Centre Concerns Addressed
Prior to the examination, candidates, particularly those in Tamil Nadu, encountered issues with their allocated exam centres. Several students reported receiving admit cards assigning them to centres located far from their residences. These allocations included distant locations within Tamil Nadu and even in Kerala.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin addressed these grievances. He formally requested Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to intervene. In a written letter, Chief Minister Stalin highlighted the difficulties faced by students due to the distant centre allocations.
Responding to these representations, the NTA reallocated examination centres. This change specifically benefited 14,700 BEd students who were appearing for the SWAYAM July 2025 semester exams. The reallocation allowed these students to take their exams at more accessible locations, resolving their earlier concerns.
Results Expected Early 2026
The NTA plans to release the SWAYAM July semester 2025 results tentatively in the first week of January 2026 . Candidates awaiting their scores must visit the official examination website,exams.nta.ac.in/swayam. Access to individual results will require the candidate’s application number and other designated login details.
About SWAYAM Initiatives
The Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) is a program initiated by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides a platform for online courses, ranging from Class 9 to post-graduation. SWAYAM aims to make quality education accessible to students nationwide.
In a recent development, the SWAYAM Plus platform, another initiative under the Ministry of Education, launched a new program. It offers a free ‘AI for Educators’ course. This course was developed with expertise from IIT Madras and focuses on equipping educators with essential artificial intelligence skills. This initiative expands SWAYAM’s reach into emerging technological domains.