Galgotias University students shine on the global stage: Victory at Apple’s Swift Student Challenge 2025

New Delhi, March 28^th, 2025: Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO of Galgotias University, the institution continues to break new ground in global innovation and academic excellence. In a momentous achievement, eleven students from Galgotias University’s iOS Development Centre have emerged as winners of Apple’s prestigious Swift Student Challenge 2025. Selected among only 350 winners worldwide from thousands of entries, this accomplishment positions Galgotias students at the forefront of international app development talent.

The Swift Student Challenge, organized annually by Apple, is a highly competitive global platform that encourages young developers to build innovative projects using Swift Playgrounds. It recognizes students who exhibit exceptional creativity, technical skill, and a passion for solving real-world problems through technology. Winning this challenge not only grants international recognition but also opens doors to exclusive learning experiences and insights into Apple’s cutting-edge ecosystem.

The winning projects developed by the Galgotias students were powerful examples of how technology can be harnessed for meaningful social impact. In the realm of education, projects such as Tide Explorer visualized the gravitational pull of the moon on tides, while AlgoMaze transformed algorithm learning into an interactive maze experience. MorseCode modernized a classic communication system into a gamified learning app, PronounceRight offered real-time pronunciation feedback, and Elementum reimagined the periodic table as an immersive digital journey through chemical elements and their bonds.

Health and wellness solutions were also at the core of the students’ innovations. Stress Relief Companion provided guided relaxation tools for individuals coping with anxiety. Svaraa addressed a critical gap in reproductive health education by using gamification to raise awareness of conditions such as PCOS and UTIs. MotionEase offered real-time relief for motion sickness using a combination of breathing exercises, horizon-gazing, and acupressure-based techniques.

The students also tackled productivity and sustainability through technology. GitTales made version control easier by simplifying Git commands into an interactive learning experience, while CropCare empowered farmers with digital tools to monitor crop health, track inputs, and support organic farming practices. Each of these applications reflected the students’ deep understanding of both technology and the real-life needs of diverse communities.

Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, lauded the students’ exceptional performance, stating, “The global recognition of our students is a testament to the university’s emphasis on innovation, creativity, and excellence. Such achievements reaffirm our commitment to nurturing future-ready talent and its leadership in the field of technology and innovation.”

He added, “This landmark success not only brings global attention to the individual winners but also strengthens the university’s reputation as a premier institution for emerging technologies. With access to exclusive industry engagements and continued mentorship, the winning students are now well-positioned to lead the next wave of innovation in the tech industry.”

Expressing their gratitude, one of the winning students described the recognition from Apple as a life-changing experience that has motivated them to continue building solutions with a positive societal impact. Faculty members from the iOS Development Centre played a critical role throughout the challenge, providing mentorship from ideation to final development. A senior faculty member noted that the students were trained to meet global standards and encouraged to think beyond the classroom, applying their learning to solve real-world problems.