NTA SWAYAM Exam Pattern 2025: Duration, Marking Scheme, Syllabus
The National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the NTA Swayam exam pattern for the semester exam in online mode. NTA will release the NTA Swaym January semester 2025 exam pattern soon on the official website - exams.nta.ac.in/swayam. According to the Swayam NTA exam pattern, some exams will be held in CBT mode, while others will be held in hybrid mode, that is, partly in CBT mode and partly in paper pen mode. Candidates must check exam pattern and NTA Swayam exam syllabus beforehand to be ready. To know more, read the full article.
NTA SWAYAM Exam Pattern 2025: Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Exam Conducted By | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) and Hybrid (Partially CBT and Pen Paper) |
NTA Swayam Exam Dates 2025 | May 17, 18, 24 and 25, 2025 |
Duration | 3 hours |
Question Type | Objective (Multiple Choice Questions) |
Marking Scheme | No negative marking for any wrong answer in the MCQ sections |
Syllabus | Based on SWAYAM course modules |
Languages Available | English only, except language papers |
Official Website | SWAYAM |
SWAYAM January Semester 2025 Exam Pattern
NTA will release the Swayam January semester 2025 exam soon in online mode. For January semester, NTA will conduct the exam for 1516 papers (310 new courses + 1206 reruns). However, learners can check the Swayam NTA exam pattern released by NTA for the Swayam July semester 2024 exam. The total duration for each paper is three hours. Check the detailed exam pattern in the table below.
| Number of papers | No of questions | Marks per question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
35 | 100 MCQs in CBT mode | 1 | 100 |
430 | 50 MCQs in CBT mode | 2 | 100 |
60 | In hybrid mode: Section A-20 MCQs in CBT | Section A-1 | Section A-20 |
Section B-10 MCQs in Pen Paper mode | Section B-3 | Section B-30 | |
Section C-5 (out of 7) (Paper pen mode) | Section C-10 | Section C-50 | |
525 | Total-35 |
NTA Swayam Exam Marking Scheme 2025
Candidates must keep in mind that only the language papers in the NTA Swayam semester exam will be in the respective languages; the rest of all the question papers will be in English only. Check the detailed marking scheme for the Swayam January semester 2025 exam below.
Marking Scheme:
- Unanswered/unattempted will be given no marks.
- To answer a MCQ, the candidate needs to choose one option as the correct or most appropriate option.
- In case a question is dropped due to some technical error, full marks shall be given to all the candidates who have attempted it.
- In case of any ambiguity in the translation or construction of a question in the exam, its English version shall be treated as final and the decision of the NTA shall be final in this regard.
NTA Swayam Exam Syllabus 2025
The NTA SWAYAM semester exam 2025 syllabus is according to the choice of course-specific, derived from the modules provided during the course duration. Learners should:
- Thoroughly Review Course Material: All video lectures, readings, and assignments provided on the SWAYAM platform are essential.
- Focus on Key Topics: Prioritise modules with higher weightage in assessments.
- Understand Application-Based Questions: The syllabus often includes case studies or practical scenarios to test applied knowledge.
SWAYAM Exam Mock Tests and Practice Resources
To enhance preparation, the NTA and SWAYAM provide mock tests and past question papers:
- Mock Tests: Official mock tests are available for various courses on the SWAYAM platform or NTA's official website. These simulate the actual exam environment, helping students familiarise themselves with the pattern and time management.
- Past Question Papers: Access to previous question papers enables aspirants to analyse trends and identify frequently covered topics.
- Self-Assessments: Many SWAYAM courses include self-assessment quizzes as part of the curriculum, aiding in consistent preparation.
Upcoming Exams
Application Date:11 November,2024 - 08 April,2025