Free Online Courses for Class 11th and 12th

Vivek KumarUpdated on 30 Jun 2026, 05:02 PM IST

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is offering free online courses for Class 11th and 12th students through SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active - Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) portal and mobile app. The enrolment to these free courses for 11th and 12th is currently open. The last date to enrol in the courses is September 1, 2026.

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Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT Overview
Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT: Important Dates
How To Apply for NCERT Free Courses for Class 11th and 12th?
List of Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT
What Type of Certificate Will I Get?

NCERT is offering 28 free online courses for Class 11th and 12th across 11 subjects. Class 11th and 12th students can enrol in these free courses twice a year: Cycle 1 is April to September and Cycle 2 is September to March. According to the SWAYAM report, more than 5 lakh learners have been benefited till March 2026.

NCERT free courses for Class 11th and 12th are available in subjects, including Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Accountancy, Business Studies, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, and Economics.

Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT Overview

Particulars	Details
Programme Name	NCERT MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses)
Offered by	NCERT
Platform	SWAYAM
Duration	Varies depending on the courses
Fee	Free to enrol
Number of Courses	28
Number of Subject Areas	11
Admission Cycle	Twice a year: April to September & September to March
Certificate Type	Certification of Completion Certification of Participation Certification of Appreciation

Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT: Important Dates

The last date to enrol in the free online courses for Class 11th and 12th offered by NCERT is September 1, 2026.

Events	Date
Course Enrolment Start Date	April 16, 2026
Course Start Date	May 1, 2026
Course Enrolment End Date	September 1, 2026
Exam Registration Date	September 7-9, 2026
Final Exam Date	September 10-15, 2026
Course Close Date	September 15, 2026
Registration Link	Apply Here

How To Apply for NCERT Free Courses for Class 11th and 12th?

Students must follow the step given below to enrol in free online courses offered by NCERT:

Visit the official website and register yourself - swayam.gov.in
Access the courses by using the course link
Join the courses for free
Learn the content and complete all the activities
Take the examination to earn the certificate

Explore SWAYAM Courses & Certifications 2026

List of Free Online Courses for Class 11th & 12th by NCERT

The table below lists the online courses and their links that students can access directly and join them.

Class XI MOOCs	Class XII MOOCs
Accountancy, Part-I	Biology, Part-I
Biology, Part-I	Business Studies, Part-I
Biology, Part-II	Chemistry, Part-I
Business Studies, Part-I	Economics, Part-I
Chemistry, Part-I	English, Part-I (APPEAR)
Chemistry, Part-II	Geography, Part-I
Economics, Part-I	Geography, Part-II
Geography, Part-I	Mathematics, Part-I
Geography, Part-II	Physics, Part-I
Mathematics, Part-I	Physics, Part-II
Mathematics, Part-II	Psychology, Part-I
Physics, Part-I	Sociology, Part-I
Physics, Part-II	-
Psychology, Part-I	-
Psychology, Part-II	-
Sociology, Part-I	-

What Type of Certificate Will I Get?

Students after successfully completing NCERT courses will get certificates. There are three types of certificates students will receive after completing the free online courses from NCERT:

Certification of Completion

Learners who scored 50% and above in the formative assessments along with 60% and above in the summative assessment.

Certification of Participation

Learners who scored 50% and above in the formative assessment.

Certification of Appreciation

Learners who scored 60% and above in the summative assessment.

NCERT free online courses for Class 11th and 12th are structured into four distinct quadrants:

Video Lectures: Engaging video presentations that facilitate effective learning.
Specially crafted Reading Material: These materials can be conveniently downloaded and printed, providing accessibility for offline learning.
Self-Assessment Tools: Students can gauge their understanding through self-assessment tests and quizzes.
Online Discussion Forums: A platform for students to seek clarification from mentors, engage in discussions, and address doubts with their peers, thereby fostering interactive learning.

So, if you are a class 11th or a class 12th student who are looking to expand their intellectual horizons, these free online courses from NCERT are for you.

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