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News18
3 days ago
- News18
Top IIT Online Courses You Can Join Without Entrance Exams
Last Updated: Didn't crack JEE? You can still study at an IIT! Explore top online courses from IITs that require no entrance exam or eligibility filter. If you dream of studying at an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) but didn't crack the JEE, there's still hope. Several IITs now offer online certification and short-term courses that are open to everyone — no entrance exam, no eligibility filter. These programmes are designed for students, working professionals, and lifelong learners who wish to upskill or explore emerging technologies from India's most prestigious technical institutions. Here's a curated list of top IIT online courses you can enroll in without giving JEE or any other entrance test: 1. IIT Madras – Online BSc in Data Science and Programming Type: Degree Programme Platform: Directly via IIT Madras Eligibility: Class 12 pass Highlights: This unique programme allows anyone who has passed Class 12 to earn a BSc or BSc (Hons) from IIT Madras. It's entirely online and covers programming, statistics, machine learning, and data science. Website: 2. IIT Bombay – Certificate Courses on SWAYAM & edX advetisement Type: Short-Term Certifications Subjects: AI, Cybersecurity, Electric Vehicles, Business Management, Python Programming Platform: SWAYAM, edX Highlights: Courses are self-paced or instructor-led. Some offer certificates endorsed by IIT Bombay upon completion and passing of final assessments. Example Course: 'Electric Vehicle & Renewable Energy" on SWAYAM 3. IIT Kanpur – eMasters Programmes Type: Postgraduate-Level (Non-Degree) Subjects: Data Science, Cybersecurity, Financial Technology, Business Leadership Eligibility: Graduate in any field, no GATE required Highlights: These are high-impact, flexible weekend-based online programmes aimed at working professionals. Participants receive IIT Kanpur alumni status and access to campus modules. Website: 4. IIT Roorkee – Professional Certificate Courses via Coursera Type: Short-Term Certificate Subjects: AI, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Python Basics Platform: Coursera Highlights: Self-paced online courses with industry focus. You can earn certificates from IIT Roorkee via Coursera without appearing for any competitive exam. Example Course: 'Data Science for Engineers" 5. IIT Guwahati – E&ICT Academy Online Programmes Type: Advanced Certification Subjects: Full Stack Development, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics Platform: In partnership with edtech platforms like Great Learning Eligibility: Open to students and working professionals Highlights: Industry-aligned programmes that offer live classes, mentorship, and career support. 6. NPTEL – National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (By All IITs) Type: Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) Subjects: Over 500 courses in Engineering, Science, Management, and Humanities Platform: SWAYAM Eligibility: Open to all Highlights: NPTEL offers free access to course content. Learners can also opt for certification by appearing in an exam conducted at designated centres. First Published: May 30, 2025, 10:45 IST
India Today
25-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
BHU's new website highlights growth, research, and student well-being
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has launched a special news portal -- -- to serve as a one-stop-shop of information about university initiatives, student-oriented programmes, research production, and faculty site is designed with the intention of showcasing the necessary information about campus life and BHU's ongoing evolution. It includes such pages as news, initiatives, activities, achievements, patents, projects, and a video gallery -- providing a holistic idea of what's transpiring around the portal was inaugurated formally by Professor Rakesh Raman, Computer Centre Coordinator, in the presence of Professor Rajesh Kumar (Deputy Coordinator), Naveen Chaubey (System Manager), Professor Anurag Dave (Professor-in-charge of External Communication), and Dr Rajesh Singh (Public Relations Officer). A few faculty members, SRK interns from the External Communication department, and other university staff were Raman described the website as a platform to enable BHU to enhance outreach and create a positive image. He suggested connecting the news webpage with the university's own app, Namaste BHU, in order to reach more Dave termed the website an effective tool to project the opportunities the university offers to students and members of the faculty. He thanked SRK interns who assisted in planning and implementing the Administrator Naveen Chaubey reported that some extra functionalities will be added in the near future to further augment the usefulness of the platform for PRO Chander Shekher Gwari noted that the portal would be one-stop-shop for all major updates of the BHU was also made the national coordinator for Institutions of National Importance (INIs) on the SWAYAM platform, and it will have to administer online courses created by over 160 top institutions, including central universities and IITs.(WITH AGENCY INPUTS)
NDTV
22-05-2025
- General
- NDTV
SWAYAM Exam 2025: Check Exam Date, Format, Admit Card
SWAYAM Exam 2025: The National Testing Agency will be conducting the Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) test for the January semester in two shifts on May 24, 25 and May31, 2025. The first exam will be held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and the second shift be conducted from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Candidates who are yet to download their result can do so by going to the official website, SWAYAM Exam 2025: How To Download SWAYAM Admit Card? Visit the official website, Click on "SWAYAM Admit card". Enter your login credentials like application number, date of birth and security pin. Click on the "Submit" button. The admit card will be displayed on your screen. Check and download your admit card for future reference. SWAYAM Exam 2025: Exam Format The SWAYAM January 2025 exam will be conducted for a total of 594 courses. The exam will be held in both online (computer-based test) and offline (pen and paper test) format this year. The exam will be conducted in English, except for language courses which will be in their respective languages.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
SWAYAM admit card January session 2025 released: Direct link to download hall tickets here
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued the admit cards for the January 2025 session of the SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) examinations. Candidates intending to take part in the semester exams can now access and download their admit cards from the official NTA SWAYAM portal at Candidates will need their application ID and date of birth to access the SWAYAM admit cards 2025. This session of SWAYAM will cover a total of 594 courses and will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining both Computer-Based Testing (CBT) and Pen-and-Paper modes. Except for language-specific exams, all question papers will be presented in English. Candidates are advised that the admit cards have been issued provisionally and are contingent on meeting the eligibility requirements. Physical copies of the admit card will not be sent by post. It is mandatory for all candidates to download their admit cards from the official website and appear for the exam at the assigned test center, as per the schedule, time, and subject mentioned on the document. SWAYAM January 2025 admit card: Steps to download Candidates can follow the steps mentioned here to download the SWAYAM admit card 2025 from the official website: Go to the official NTA SWAYAM website: Click on the link titled "SWAYAM January Admit Card 2025" on the homepage. Enter the required login credentials on the redirected page. Submit the details to view your admit card. Review the information, then download and save the admit card for exam day. Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to download the SWAYAM January admit cards 2025. Candidates can also click on the link provided here to access the official notice regarding the release of the SWAYAM January session 2025 admit cards. Invest in Their Tomorrow, Today: Equip your child with the essential AI skills for a future brimming with possibilities | Join Now
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
SWAYAM January Admit Card 2025 released at exams.nta.ac.in/swayam, download link here
National Testing Agency, NTA has released SWAYAM January Admit Card 2025. Candidates who want to appear for Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds January 2025 semester exams can download the admit card through official website of NTA SWAYAM at The written examination will be held on May 24, 25 and 31, 2025. The exam will be held in two shifts- first shift from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and Shift 2 will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm. SWAYAM will be held for 594 course(s) in Hybrid Mode (Computer-Based Test and Pen & Paper). The question paper will be in English only, except language papers which will be in the respective language only. The admit card is issued provisionally to the candidates, subject to the fulfilment of the eligibility conditions and it will not be sent by post. The candidate must download the Admit Card from the NTA website and appear for the Examination at the given Centre on date, timing and discipline as indicated in their Admit download the admit card, candidates can follow the steps given below. 1. Visit the official website of NTA SWAYAM at 2. Click on SWAYAM January Admit Card 2025 link available on the home page. 3. A new page will open where candidates will have to enter the login details. 4. Click on submit and your admit card will be displayed. 5. Check the admit card and download it. 6. Keep a hard copy of the same for further need. For more related details candidates can check the official website of NTA SWAYAM.
