Admission Open NIOS For Class 10th And 12th 2026-27

National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) offers a highly flexible and recognized platform for students to complete their Class 10^th/12th (Secondary/ Sr. Secondary) education online. This system is ideal for those who cannot attend regular schools, such as school dropouts, working professionals, or athletes. Below is a comprehensive guide to the online admission process for NIOS Class 10^th/12th for the 2026–2027 session. Contact Us : 9582489391, 9716138286 Or WhatsApp.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the NIOS Class 10^th/12^th course, candidates must meet the following basic requirements:

• Minimum Age: The student must be at least 14 years old by the cut-off date (e.g., July 31st for Block 1 or January 31st for Block 2).
• Academic Qualification: A candidate should have passed Class 8 from a recognized board. Alternatively, if a student has never attended a formal school, they can provide a self-certificate stating they have studied enough to pursue the secondary course.
• Language Choice: Students can choose to study in various mediums, including Hindi, English, and several regional languages.

Documents Required for Online Registration

Keeping scanned copies of the following documents ready is essential for a smooth application:

• Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID.
• Proof of Birth: Birth Certificate or School Leaving Certificate.
• Address Proof: Utility bills (water/electricity), Aadhaar Card, or Ration Card.
• Educational Proof: Class 8th Marksheet or the Self-Certificate.
• Photographs: A recent passport-sized color photograph.
• Signature: A scanned image of the candidate’s signature, preferably in black ink.
• Special Category (if applicable): Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) or Disability certificate for PwD candidates.

Online Admission Process (Step-by-Step)

The entire registration is conducted through the official NIOS SDMIS portal.

1. Registration: Visit the portal and select “Register” for Stream 1 (for regular first-time students).
2. Basic Details: Enter your state, identity type (e.g., Aadhaar), and mobile number to generate an OTP for verification.
3. Filling the Form: Once verified, fill in personal details, including father’s and mother’s names, address, and previous academic history.
4. Subject Selection: Choose a minimum of five subjects, including at least one language. Students can choose up to seven subjects in total.
5. Study Centre Selection: Choose a nearby Accredited Institution (AI) or Study Centre for submitting assignments and attending Personal Contact Programmes (PCP).
6. Document Upload: Upload the scanned documents mentioned in the requirements section.
7. Fee Payment: Review the application and pay the required fee online using a Credit/Debit card or Net Banking.

Fee Structure (Approximate for 2026)

Fees vary slightly based on gender and category:

• Stream-1 Block 1 (For April/May 2027 Exams):
  • Registration Start: March 16, 2026
  • Last Date (No Fee): July 31, 2026
  • Late Fees: Applicable for registrations from August 1, 2026
• Stream-1 Block 2 (For Oct/Nov 2027 Exams):
  • Registration Start: September 16, 2026
  • Last Date (No Fee): January 31, 2027

• General Fess Approximately: Rs. 5000 for 5 subjects.
• Additional Subject: Approximately ₹940 per subject.

Note: This admission fee includes registration and study material but not the examination fee, which must be paid separately later before the exams.

Important Deadlines

For the October/November 2026 exams (Block-II), registration generally remains open until January 31, 2026, without a late fee. Applications with late fees are accepted through mid-March.

By following these steps on the official NIOS website, you can successfully secure your admission and start your journey toward completing your secondary education with ease.

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