The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the examination dates for the SWAYAM July 2026 Semester. The examination, designated SWAYAM-17, will be held from December 8 to December 12, 2026, with December 13 and 14, 2026 kept as buffer dates. The announcement was made through a public notice dated September 17, 2026. Candidates should keep checking the official SWAYAM and NTA websites for further updates.
Direct Link to Check SWAYAM Exam Date Notice 2026
SWAYAM July 2026 Exam Date - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | SWAYAM-17 |
| Semester | July 2026 |
| Conducting Agency | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | December 8- 12, 2026 |
| Buffer Dates | December 13- 14, 2026 |
| Public Notice Date | September 17, 2026 |
| Official SWAYAM Exam Portal | exams.nta.nic.in/swayam/ |
| NTA Official Website | nta.ac.in |
SWAYAM-17 Exam Schedule - Day-by-Day Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| SWAYAM-17 Exam Day 1 | December 8, 2026 |
| SWAYAM-17 Exam Day 2 | December 9, 2026 |
| SWAYAM-17 Exam Day 3 | December 10, 2026 |
| SWAYAM-17 Exam Day 4 | December 11, 2026 |
| SWAYAM-17 Exam Day 5 | December 12, 2026 |
| Buffer Dates | December 13- 14, 2026 |
How to Check SWAYAM July 2026 Exam Date and Schedule Online
Candidates can check the SWAYAM July 2026 (SWAYAM-17) exam date and schedule directly from the official websites by following these steps:
- Visit the official SWAYAM examination portal at exams.nta.nic.in/swayam/ or the NTA website at nta.ac.in.
- Look for the "Notices" or "Public Notice" section on the homepage.
- Open the notice related to the SWAYAM July 2026 Semester examination (SWAYAM-17), dated September 17, 2026.
- Check the exam dates (December 8- 12, 2026) and buffer dates (December 13- 14, 2026) mentioned in the notice.
- Keep visiting the same portal for further updates, including admit card and course-wise exam details, once released.
Important Instructions
- Check Exam Dates: July semester exams are scheduled from December 8- 12, with buffer dates on December 13- 14.
- Check Your Shift: Exams are held for 3 hours in two shifts: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM.
- Download Admit Card: Check your admit card for the exam date, centre, and shift, and carry a printed copy.
- Know the Exam Mode: Exams may be conducted in CBT, Pen-and-Paper, or Hybrid mode, depending on the course.
- No Retest: Candidates who miss their allotted exam date or shift will not be given a retest.