A brand new series from NPTEL is available from April 13, 2020 onward

Dear learner,

Hope all are at home, safe and well.

Want to learn about cutting edge technology?
Career choices?
Research areas?  

A brand new series from NPTEL is available from April 13, 2020 onward.
Don't miss our Live sessions by the experts in the fields! 

Link: bit.ly/NPTELLIVE - Special Lecture Series

We hope that you join and make use of this opportunity.
And do tell your friends.


Happy Learning!
NPTEL TEAM

Python for Data Science : Thank you for learning with NPTEL!

Dear Learner,

Thank you for taking the course with NPTEL!!
Hope you enjoyed the journey with us.
The results for this course have been published and we are closing this course now. 
You will still have access to the contents and assignments of this course, if you click on the course name from the "Mycourses" tab on swayam.gov.in.
The discussion forum is being closed though and you cannot ask questions here.

For any further queries please write to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in.

We are happy to announce that our next set of courses to be offered in Jan 2020 -which is open now for enrollment.
Please check the Tentative course list for Jan 2020 in the below link: http://bit.ly/JAN2020-NPTEL
-NPTEL Team

Python for Data Science : Results for Nov 16 exams have been published

Dear Learner, 

The results for Nov 16,2019 exams have been published. 
You will be informed via mail and SMS about the release of exam results and e-certificates. 

How to find out if results have been published? 
To check the publishing status of exam scores and e-certificates, click on this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQ81rBXI69SXTHpf7900CWJRb8mMdort4RmTjYC_XTu1nNZAPBSL22yIBynMlOd3BqXO1ldUFdOXUqT/pubhtml?urp=gmail_link

How to check exam results & e-certificates: 
If you have taken the exam, your score and e-certificate is now available at https://nptel.ac.in/noc/

Login with the course enrolled e-mail id. 
Clicking on the course name will redirect to the score board. 
Click on Exam Scores - Both the Assignment scores and Exam score will be displayed. 
Final score is the certification score. 
Calculation Logic for each course is provided in the same page. 

Reporting of errors 
For each course, reporting of issues comes with its own deadline (date and time) 
So check the exam score/e-certificate as soon as you receive our notification. 
For any queries, please use this FAQ http://bit.ly/NOV16-17FAQ

If you are unable to see the scores/e-certificates, please write to noc@nptel.iitm.ac.in

 - NPTEL TEAM

Feedback For Python for Data Science

Dear student,

We are glad that you have attended the NPTEL online certification course.

We hope you found the NPTEL Online course useful and have started using NPTEL extensively.

In this regard, we would like to have feedback from you regarding our course and whether there are any improvements, you would like to suggest.
 
We are enclosing an online feedback form and would request you to spare some of your valuable time to input your observations. Your esteemed input will help us in serving you better.

The link to give your feedback is: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18MbUglETI9H29ANrEgSni8etZCktt7MBSxcwEbBaS_E/viewform

We thank you for your valuable time and feedback.


Thanks & Regards,

-NPTEL Team

Python for Data Science : Best of luck for your Exam !

Dear All,

Thank you all for your enthusiastic interactions and showing interest in the course. Kindly see the video lectures carefully, solve all the assessment problems. Prepare well and do good in the exams.


Python for Data Science : Non Proctored Exam(Nov 8) session 1 (10am - 1pm)

Dear Participants, 

The question will be available under the tab "Non Proctored Exam(Nov 8) session 1 (10am - 1pm)" in the course outline section. 

First Session: 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM (3 hours Duration) Here are the direct links:

Link : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=81&assessment=82

- The discussion forum will be disabled during the exam duration (during both sessions) and re-enabled thereafter.
   
- If you encounter any issues during the exam, please write to noc19-cs59@nptel.iitm.ac.in 

All the very best! 

Thanks. 

NPTEL Team.

Python for Data Science : Non Proctored Exam(Nov 8) session 2 (8pm-11pm)

Dear Participants, 

The question will be available under the tab "Non Proctored Exam(Nov 8) session 2 (8pm-11pm)" in the course outline section. 

Second Session: 08:00 PM to 11:00 PM (3 hours Duration) Here are the direct links:

Link : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=83&assessment=85

- The discussion forum will be disabled during the exam duration (during both sessions) and re-enabled thereafter.
   
- If you encounter any issues during the exam, please write to noc19-cs59@nptel.iitm.ac.in 

All the very best! 

Thanks. 

NPTEL Team.

NPTEL - 16th November 2019 Hall ticket Released !

Dear Candidate


Your hall ticket / admit card for NPTEL Exam to be held on 16th November 2019 has been released.

Links to download the hall ticket / admit card:

Click here to download your hall ticket - https://results.nptel.ac.in/sep/

OR

https://cdn3.digialm.com:443//EForms/configuredHtml/885/62747/login.html

Please Note:

  1. The Admit Card must be presented for verification along with one original govt issued photo identification (not photocopy or scanned copy).
  2. Acceptable photo identification documents are College ID, Employee ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID, Aadhaar-ID.
  3. Printed copy of hall ticket and original photo ID card should be brought to the exam centre.
  4. Hall ticket and ID card copies on the phone will not be permitted.
  5. Please read the instructions that are given on the hall ticket before coming to the exam.
  6. Click Here to view the candidate instructions and code of conduct

On-Screen Calculator Demo Link:

Kindly use the below link to get an idea of how the On-screen calculator will work during the exam.


https://tcsion.com/OnlineAssessment/ScientificCalculator/Calculator.html

IMPORTANT:

Change of shift, course, exam center, exam city will not be done. What's mentioned in your Hall-ticket is final.

NPTEL Team wishes you the very best for the certification exam!

Warm Regards,
NPTEL Team

Python for Data Science: Online non proctored exam

Dear All,

The non-proctored exam is open to all participants who have enrolled for the course and hence registration is not required. Kindly find below some important details about the exam:
  • Pattern for non-proctored exam will be similar to that of assignments of this course
  • Exam will be conducted through the NPTEL portal and you can login and take up the exam
  • You can take up the non-proctored exam from home or from any convenient location and hence there will be no need for a hall ticket
  • There is no fee for this exam
  •  Date of exam: 8th Nov, 2019
  • Choose an exam session : 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
CRITERIA TO GET A CERTIFICATE:
  • % split for assignments- 25% (Average of best 3 assignments will be considered)
  • % split for end exam- 75% (50% from proctored exam + 25% from non proctored exam)
  • Total marks allotted for proctored exam= 100
  • Total marks allotted for non-proctored exam= 50

PYTHON FOR DATA SCIENCE: EXAM QUERIES

Dear Participants

We have been getting queries regarding - the proctored, non-proctored exam. Kindly check the announcement page for any clarification regarding the exams.

Python for Data Science : Exam Type and Certificate Format

Dear Candidate,

Type of exam: Computer based exam 

You will have to appear at the allotted exam center and produce your Hall ticket and Government Photo Identification Card (Example: Driving License, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID, Aadhaar-ID with your Name, date of birth, photograph and signature) for verification and take the exam in person. You can find the final allotted exam center details in the hall ticket.

The questions will be on the computer and the answers will have to be entered on the computer; type of questions may include multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, essay-type answers, etc.

The hall ticket will be available for download tentatively around Nov 5 - 14, 2019. We will notify the same through email and SMS.

On-Screen Calculator Demo Link:

Kindly use the below link to get an idea of how the On-screen calculator will work during the exam.

https://tcsion.com/OnlineAssessment/ScientificCalculator/Calculator.html

NOTE: Physical calculators are not allowed inside the exam hall.

 FINAL CERTIFICATE:

The final score will determine if you will/will not receive a certificate.

1. Final score < 40%: NO certificate.

2. Final score between 40% -59%: Certificate of type "Successfully completing the course".

3. Final score between 60% -74%: Certificate with tag "Elite" printed at the top.

4. Final score between 75% -89%: Certificate with tag "Elite" tag and "Silver medal" printed at the top.

5. Final score of 90% and above: Certificate with "Elite" tag and the "gold medal" printed on it.

-NPTEL Admin

LIVE INTERACTIVE SESSION WITH NPTEL COORDINATORS - OCT 23 (WEDNESDAY) 4:30 pm

Dear candidates, 

NPTEL Coordinators would like to address all the candidates about this on-going semester, course run, exams, results, etc. 
This LIVE interactive session is meant to clarify any queries you may have. 
Please do not ask technical questions about the course content, Assignment, etc. as we will not be able to answer these. 

Kindly fill this form with your queries which will be discussed during the LIVE session. 
You may ask queries via the chat window during the session. 

DAY: OCTOBER 23, 2019 (Wednesday) 
TIME: 4:30pm 

Link to submit queries/suggestions: https://forms.gle/AD5tLgGK2oSJxFi98 
YouTube Link for Live Session: https://youtu.be/1xKn1vfnJFk 

Thank you.

-NPTEL Team.

Python for Data Science : Assignment 4 solutions are live now !!

Dear Learner,

Assignment 4 solutions are available in course page kindly go through it .

Link : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=69&lesson=80

Thank you,

-Nptel Team

Python for Data Science : LAST REMINDER FOR REGISTERING FOR NOV EXAM - LAST 4 DAYS LEFT!

Dear Learner

Exam registration URL is: https://examform.nptel.ac.in/
Login here using the same email id which you had used to enroll in the course in Swayam portal. 

Recommended: Use the Desktop/Laptop with Chrome private browser - incognito window - to access the form. 

EXAM FEES:
Exam fees will be Rs. 1000/- per exam. 
(We are not changing it to Rs 1500/- this time as earlier announced; it will be Rs 1000/- till Oct 7.
LAST DATE FOR REGISTERING FOR NOV 16/17 EXAMS: Oct 7, 2019 - 10:00 AM

FAQ
Request you to kindly check the FAQ that has common issues reported and their solution and follow steps given there to address the issue.
Link: http://bit.ly/faqjuly2019

PAYMENT RECEIPT:
Will be available inside your login after October 10, 2019.

HALL TICKETS:
Will be available between November 6-10: we will send you emails regarding this.

If you still have any queries, please write to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in. 

Thank you for your support and understanding

- NPTEL team.

REMINDER for Exam Registration:Python for Data Science

Dear Learner 

Exam form is open now. 

New Certification exam registration URL is: https://examform.nptel.ac.in/ 

Login here using the same email id which you had used to enroll to the course in Swayam portal. 

 Recommended: Use the Desktop/Laptop with Chrome private browser - incognito window - to access the form. 

 PLEASE NOTE: 
 

  • If you are filling up the form the first time, please fill the first 4 pages with care- ensure ALL fields are entered and correct information is given.
  • Ensure a good quality photo - in passport size taken in studio is uploaded.
  • The signature should be clear and uploaded in horizontal style.

 If you are getting a payment error: 
  •  Go to the Course Details tab.
  •  Delete all courses.
  •  Add the courses again.
  •  Click on View Cart.
  •  Check if details are ok and click on Preview and Checkout.
  •  Fill the captcha, read the conditions and proceed to Pay".

Exam fees: 
 • If you register for the exam and pay before Oct 3, 10:00 AM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1000/- per exam. 
 • If you register for the exam before Oct 3, 10:00 AM and have not paid or if you register between Oct 3, 10:00 AM & Oct 7, 5:00 PM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1500/- per exam. 

 LAST DATE FOR REGISTERING FOR NOV 16/17 EXAMS: Oct 7, 2019. 

 FDP Certificate: 
 We will publish a separate form for FDP Certificate, please wait for the announcement from us to pay for FDP certificate. 

 IMPORTANT NOTE: 
 1. For the users paid before 5th September 2019. Check if your previously entered details are displayed correctly in the exam form and save your profile. Your photo & sign will not be displayed for the time being 
 2. Payment Receipts will be available in the login once after the registration is closed. (After Oct 10, 2019) 

 In case of queries, please write to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in. 

 Thank you for your support and understanding 

- NPTEL team.

Python for Data Science: Assignment 4- extension of deadline

Dear Participants,

Deadline for Assignment 4 have been extended. Please find the updated date below.

Due date: 8th October , 23:59 IST

Python for Data Science : Assignment 3 solutions

Dear Learner,

Assignment 3 solutions are available in course page ,kindly go through it.

Link : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=33&lesson=79

Thank you.

-Nptel Team

Assignment 3 & 4- extension of deadline

Dear Participants
Deadlines for Assignment 3 and Assignment 4 have been extended. Please find the updated dates below.

Assignment 3- 23rd September 23:59 PM
Assignment 4- 30th September 23:59 PM


Python for Data Science: Assignment 3-Q1 Clarification

Dear Participants,

In Assignment 3, Q1 there should not be any space in between underscore (_) and words (csv, excel). Please find below the correct options for your reference.

1. The command used for reading a text file in python is: -

  • read_csv 
  • read_table 
  • read_excel
  • both a and b

Python for Data Science: Final Exam

Dear Participants,

With regard to this course, there will be two exams. One proctored and one non-proctored. The duration of each exams will be 3 hours.

The non-proctored exam will test the practical aspect of the course.
You can take the test from a location convenient for you. You can use the Spyder interface from your laptop.
The pattern of exam will be similar to that of assignments given in this course.
Date of non-proctored exam : 8th Nov, 2019 
Choose an exam session: 10.00 AM -1.00 PM;  8.00 PM - 11.00 PM
 

 The proctored exam will test the theoretical and interpretation aspects of the course. 
 Date of proctored exam : Nov 16, 2019  
 Choose an exam session: Forenoon: 9.00 AM -12.00 PM; Afternoon: 2.00 PM - 5.00 PM
 Choose from the Cities where exam will be conducted

Both examinations are objective in nature. There will be questions based on supporting materials as well.

Python for Data Science: Assignment 3 data sets.

Dear Participants,

We have been getting queries on the datasets required for the week 3 assignment. For your kind attention, the link is provided to download the dataset along with the question itself. Kindly click the link to download the dataset.

For example:

From the given dataset ‘mtcars.csv’, plot a histogram to check the frequency distribution of the variable ‘mpg’ (Miles per gallon). The interval having the highest frequency is: -

Create a frequency table (one-way table) for the variable “cut” from the dataset “diamond.csv”. What is the frequency for the cut type “Ideal”?

Read the given data “churn.csv” and save it as a dataframe called churn, and answer the questions from 13 to 18

The datasets used in the lecture videos will only be available under Datasets link.


Week 4 Feedback : Python for Data Science

Dear Learner

Thank you for continuing with the course and hope you are enjoying it.
We would like to know if the expectations with which you joined this course are being met and hence please do take 2 minutes to fill out our weekly feedback form.
It would help us tremendously in gauging the learner experience.

Here is the link to the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10dWQOvUTFSpiKX2eFdFZrNnVXS8DSsCKPymG5dJJil4/viewform

Thank you.

-NPTEL team

Python for Data Science: EXAM FORM IS UP - REGISTER TODAY!

Dear Learner 

Exam form is open now. 

New Certification exam registration URL is: https://examform.nptel.ac.in/ 

Login here using the same email id which you had used to enroll to the course in Swayam portal. 

Exam fees: 

• If you register for the exam and pay before Oct 3, 10:00 AM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1000/- per exam. 
• If you register for the exam before Oct 3, 10:00 AM and have not paid or if you register between Oct 3, 10:00 AM & Oct 7, 5:00 PM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1500/- per exam. 

Registration deadlines are being extended until Oct 7, 2019. 

FDP Certificate: 

We will publish a separate form for FDP Certificate, please wait for that to hear from us. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

1. For the users registered/paid before 5th September 2019. We have your registration completed with all details captured. We will enable you to check/make payment in a few days, maximum before Sep 24, 2019. So do not worry. 

2. Always use chrome browser to log in and register for the exam. 

3. Payment Receipts will be available in the login once after the registration is closed. (After Oct 8, 2019) 

4. Pay via SPOC is not currently enabled, hence fill the form and submit and contact your college coordinator 

 5.  Old Exam Registration URL will not work.  

In case of queries, please write to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in. 

Thank you for your support and understanding. 

- NPTEL team.

Python for Data Science : Week 4 is live now!!

Dear students,

The lecture videos for Week-4 have been uploaded for the course. The lectures can be accessed using the following link:

 
Assignment for Week-4 is also uploaded and can be accessed from the following link:


The assignment has to be submitted on or before Wednesday, [25-09-2019 23:59 IST].
 
As we have done so far, please use the discussion forums if you have any questions on this module.

Note : Please check the due date of the assignments in the announcement and assignment page if you see any mismatch write to us immediately.

-NPTEL Team

Python for Data science

Dear participants,
In assignment 1 - question number 5 and 18, Reevaluation has been done by making the weightage as 0
   assignment 2 - question number 12 Accepted answer is Option D.

 There will be a score change in the progress tab.

Python for Data Science : Supporting Material for Week 4

Dear Learners,

Supporting Materials for Week 4 is Available now.

-NPTEL Team.

Python for Data Science : Assignments 1 & 2 are live now !!!

Dear Learner,

Assignments 1 & 2 solutions are available in course page kindly go through it.

Assignment 1 : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=8&lesson=66

Assignment 2 : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=18&lesson=67

Thank you

-Nptel Team

Python for Data science

Dear Participants, 

Following questions will be reevaluated 
For assignment 1 - Question number 5 and 18
      Assignment 2- Question number 12 

Updated solutions are available in the portal for your reference.

Once reevaluated scores will be changed in the progress tab.

Thanks for your patience!



Python for Data Science: Lecture slides

Dear Participants,

The PDF of lecture slides for all 3 weeks is available under respective weeks for your reference.

Python for Data Science: Datasets for week 3

Dear Participants,

The datasets used in the week 3 lectures have been uploaded under Week 3=> Datasets for your reference. 

Python for Data science

Dear Students,

NPTEL team is facing an issue in the registration.They are working on it.Once the issue is resolved we will post an announcement.

Sorry for the inconvenience!

Assignment 1- Q2 Clarification

Dear Participants
The quotes on options have been added to enhance readability. Please remove the quotes to try out the options.


Regards
TA Team


Python for Data Science : Week 3 is live now!!

Dear students,

The lecture videos for Week-3 have been uploaded for the course. The lectures can be accessed using the following link:


The other lectures in this week are accessible from the navigation bar to the left. Please remember to login into the website to view contents (if you aren't logged in already).
 
Assignment for Week-3 is also uploaded and can be accessed from the following link:


The assignment has to be submitted on or before Wednesday, [18-09-2019 23:59 IST].
 
As we have done so far, please use the discussion forums if you have any questions on this module.

Note : Please check the due date of the assignments in the announcement and assignment page if you see any mismatch write to us immediately.

-NPTEL Team

Python for Data Science : Assignment 0 solutions live now!!

Dear Learners,

Assignment 0 solutions are available in course page .Kindly go trough it.

Link : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc19_cs59/unit?unit=7&lesson=32

Thank you

-Nptel Team

Python for Data Science : Week 2 is live now!!

Dear students,

The lecture videos for Week-2 have been uploaded for the course. The lectures can be accessed using the following link:


The other lectures in this week are accessible from the navigation bar to the left. Please remember to login into the website to view contents (if you aren't logged in already).
 
Assignment for Week-2 is also uploaded and can be accessed from the following link:


The assignment has to be submitted on or before Wednesday, [11-09-2019 23:59 IST].
 
As we have done so far, please use the discussion forums if you have any questions on this module.

Note : Please check the due date of the assignments in the announcement and assignment page if you see any mismatch write to us immediately.

-NPTEL Team

Assignment 0- Q9 Clarification

Dear Participants

We acknowledge the error in Q9 of Assignment 0. Kindly read the question as follows:-

Q9. Create a variable X and assign a value of 1 to X. Increment the value of X by 1 and break out of the loop when value of X is greater than or equal to 5. How many times will the loop be executed?

The changes have been updated in the portal.


Regards
TA Team

Python for Data Science : Week 1 is live now!!

Dear students,

The lecture videos for Week-1 have been uploaded for the course. The lectures can be accessed using the following link:


The other lectures in this week are accessible from the navigation bar to the left. Please remember to login into the website to view contents (if you aren't logged in already).
 
Assignment for Week-1 is also uploaded and can be accessed from the following link:


The assignment has to be submitted on or before Wednesday, [11-09-2019 23:59 IST].
 
As we have done so far, please use the discussion forums if you have any questions on this module.

Note : Please check the due date of the assignments in the announcement and assignment page if you see any mismatch write to us immediately.

-NPTEL Team

Assignment 0

Dear Participants
Assignment 0 that has been uploaded tests only the fundamentals of programming. Therefore any programming language can be used to solve the questions. 


Regards
TA Team

Python Setup guide

Dear Learners,

We have uploaded the Python setup guide under week 0 for your reference. Kindly install Python and keep it ready to use it for the course.

Python for Data Science_Queries regarding payment or registration issue

Dear Learners,

In case of any queries regarding registration and payment issues, kindly send email to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in giving your Application number, email id and name. The support team will help you resolving the issue.

In Python for Data Science course forum, kindly post any queries regarding the course content, assignments, videos and other related queries.

Python for Data Science : Assignment 0 released

Dear Learners, 

We welcome you all to this course. The assignment 0 has been released. 

This assignment is based on prerequisite of the course. 

You can find the assignment in the link below: 


Due date for this assignment: 2019-08-31, 23:59 IST.

Please note that this assignment is for practice and it will not be graded.

-NPTEL Team

REMINDER 2: Python for Data Science : REGISTER TODAY - CERTIFICATION EXAM FORM IS NOW OPEN!

Dear Learner, 


Here is the much-awaited announcement on registering for the Nov 2019 NPTEL online certification exam.
 
1.    The registration for the certification exam is open only to those learners who have enrolled in the course.

2.    If you want to register for the exam for this course, login here using the same email id which you had used to enroll to the course in Swayam portal. 

3.    Till the start date of the course, every Monday and Thursday at 5:00 PM, we will sync the enrollment data on the exam form. If you enroll in between, please wait till the nearest Tuesday/Friday 10:00 AM to register for the exam. Once the enrollment is closed, the enrollment data will be completely loaded and you can register any time.

4.    Date of exam: Nov 16, 2019  
•         Certification exam registration URL is: http://nptelonlinecourses.iitm.ac.in/
•         Choose an exam session: Forenoon: 9.00 AM -12.00 PM; Afternoon: 2.00PM - 5.00 PM
•         Choose from the Cities where exam will be conducted:  list of exam cities
5.    Exam fees:
•         If you register for exam and pay before Sep 23, 10:00 AM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1000/- per exam.
•         If you register for exam before Sep 23, 10:00 AM and have not paid or if you have registered between Sep 23, 10:00 AM & Sep 30, 5:00 PM, Exam fees will be Rs. 1500/- per exam
 
6.    50% fee waiver for following categories:
•         Students belonging to the SC/ST category: please select Yes for the SC/ST option and upload the correct Community certificate
•         Students belonging to the PwD category with more than 40% disability: please select Yes for the option and upload the relevant Disability certificate.
 
7.    Last date for exam registration:  Sep 30, 2019 5:00 PM (Monday).
 
8.    Mode of payment:  Online payment - debit card/credit card/net banking or via SPOC of college (refer to guidelines for “Pay via SPOC” instructions)
 
9.    HALL TICKET: The hall ticket will be available for download tentatively by 2 weeks prior to exam date. We will confirm the same through an announcement once it is published.
 
10. Final score on certificate: 25% of assignment score + 75% of certification exam score.
Award of certificate:  No hard copy of certificate will be printed. The soft copy of certificate will be awarded only to those candidates who register for the exam, attend the certification examination and whose AVERAGE ASSIGNMENT SCORE >=10/25 AND EXAM SCORE >= 30/75. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get the certificate even if the Final score >= 40/100.  Please check the Announcements section of your course for further details on this. 
 
11. FOR CANDIDATES WHO WOULD LIKE TO WRITE MORE THAN 1 COURSE EXAM:- you can add or delete courses and pay separately – till the date when the exam form closes. Same day of exam – you can write exams for 2 courses in the 2 sessions. Same exam center will be allocated for both the sessions.
 
12. Data changes
 
Following are the data that can be changed once the exam form is submitted (Last date for data changes: 30 Sep 2019, 5:00 PM):
•        Data that can be changed in form by candidates themselves: Name, DOB, Address, College name, Photo, Signature, Exam city
•        Data that can be changed by Email request to us : Course selected, exam shift. For changes in these parameters, you may send email to support@nptel.iitm.ac.in giving your Application number, email id and name. 
•        No changes will be entertained in any details after 30 Sep 2019, 5:00 PM.
 
13. LAST DATE FOR CANCELLING EXAMS and getting a refund: 30 Sep 2019, 5:00 PM

14. Click here to view Timeline and Guideline : Guideline

Thanks & Regards,
NPTEL TEAM

Welcome to SWAYAM-NPTEL Online Courses and Certification! - Python for Data Science

Dear student

Welcome to SWAYAM-NPTEL Online Courses and Certification!

Thank you for signing up for our online course "Python for Data Science". We wish you an enjoyable and informative learning experience.

Details regarding the course: 
Name of the course:  Python for Data Science
Course url: https://swayam.gov.in/nd1_noc19_cs59/preview
Course duration :4  weeks
 
 The course will begin on 26th August 2019. When content is released on the portal, you will get an email alerting you.

CONTENT AND ASSIGNMENTS

  • Every week, about 2.5 to 4 hours of videos containing content by the Course instructor will be released along with an assignment based on this.  Please watch the lectures, follow the course regularly and submit all assessments and assignments before the due date. Your regular participation is vital for learning and doing well in the course. This will be done week on week through the duration of the course.
  • Please do the assignments yourself and even if you take help, kindly try to learn from it. These assignment will help you prepare for the final exams. Plagiarism and violating the Honor code will be taken very seriously if detected during the submission of assignments. 
ANNOUNCEMENT AND DISCUSSION GROUPS TO CLEAR DOUBTS:

  • The announcement group - will only have messages from course instructors and teaching assistants - regarding the lessons, assignments, exam registration, hall tickets etc.    
  • The discussion forum (Ask a question tab on the portal) - is for everyone to ask questions and interact.Anyone who knows the answers can reply to anyone's post and the course instructor/TA will also respond to your queries. Please make maximum use of this feature as this will help you learn much better.
  • If you have any questions regarding the exam, registration, hall tickets, results, queries related to the technical content in the lectures, any doubts in the assignments, etc can be posted in the forum section

TO GET A CERTIFICATE - PROCESS AND CRITERIA:
  • The course is free to enroll and learn from. But if you want a certificate, you have to register and write the proctored exam conducted by us in person at any of the designated exam centres.
  • The exam is optional for a fee of Rs 1000/- (Rupees one thousand only).
  • Date and Time of Exams: 16th November 2019 Morning session 9am to 12 noon; Afternoon Session 2pm to 5pm.
  • Registration url: Announcements will be made when the registration form is open for registrations.
  • The online registration form has to be filled and the certification exam fee needs to be paid. More details will be made available when the exam registration form is published. If there are any changes, it will be mentioned then.
  • Please check the form for more details on the cities where the exams will be held, the conditions you agree to when you fill the form etc.
CRITERIA TO GET A CERTIFICATE

Average assignment score = 25% of average of best 3 assignments out of the total 4 assignments given in the course. 
Exam score = 75% of the proctored certification exam score out of 100

Final score = Average assignment score + Exam score

YOU WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CERTIFICATE ONLY IF AVERAGE ASSIGNMENT SCORE >=10/25 AND EXAM SCORE >= 30/75. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get the certificate even if the Final score >= 40/100.

Certificate will have your name, photograph and the score in the final exam with the breakup.It will have the logos of NPTEL and IIT Madras.It will be e-verifiable at nptel.ac.in/noc.

Only the e-certificate will be made available. Hard copies are being discontinued from July 2019 semester and will not be dispatched.

Once again, thanks for your interest in our online courses and certification. Happy learning. 

- NPTEL team