In a major initiative to promote digital education, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched 28 free online courses on the government’s SWAYAM platform. These courses are available to all students — from school level to undergraduate — completely free of charge, with certification provided upon completion.
SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) is the Government of India’s official free online education platform. It hosts hundreds of courses from top universities and institutions, all available for free. Certificates are available at a small fee after clearing a proctored exam.
CBSE’s 28 courses on SWAYAM cover a wide range of subjects including:
✅ Mathematics and Science subjects
✅ Computer Science and Coding
✅ English Language and Communication Skills
✅ Social Science and History
✅ Vocational Skills and Life Skills
✅ Environmental Studies
✅ Art and Creative Learning
WHO CAN ENROLL?
- School students (Class 6 onwards)
- College and university students
- Working professionals looking to upskill
- Anyone with internet access — no age limit!
Step 1: Visit swayam.gov.in
Step 2: Create a free account
Step 3: Search for CBSE courses or browse by subject
Step 4: Enroll and start learning at your own pace
WHY THIS MATTERS:
Free, certified online education from CBSE gives students — especially from smaller towns and rural areas — access to quality learning without any cost barrier. These certificates can strengthen your resume and college applications significantly.
NCERT has also been designated as the National Coordinator for developing MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) for students from Class 1 onwards — a huge step towards democratizing education in India.
