List of Documents Required for NIOS Admission 2026 – Class 10 & 12
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NIOS 10th Exam Date:12 Sep' 25 - 27 Sep' 25
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has started the NIOS April admission process. Eligible students can apply for the NIOS admission 2026 online through the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in. Along with the NIOS application form, students must submit the required documents before the last date. The NIOS admission for the April session started from March 16 to July 31, 2025. Read further to learn about the documents that are required for admission to 2026 NIOS 10th, 12th.
List of Documents Required for NIOS Admission 2026
Students applying for NIOS admission 2026 online must upload the scanned copies of the required documents. Below, we have provided the list of documents they will need to complete the admission process. These documents are accepted as proof of eligibility for NIOS 10th, 12th admission.
Here is the list of documents required for NIOS online admission 2026:
Aadhaar card/passport/ ration card or other identity proof.
Birth certificate for proof of date of birth
Address proof ( Aadhaar card/water bill/electricity bill/voter ID/ration card)
Signature (preferably in black ink)
Recent passport-size colour photograph
Class 8th mark sheet (for students applying for the NIOS 10th)
Class 10th mark sheet (for students applying for NIOS 12th)
Disability certificate for PwD candidates
Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
Ex-serviceman certificate (for candidates applying under the Ex-serviceman category)
Note: Candidates must submit all the required documents in JPG or JPEG format. The board will not accept admission forms without documents.
NIOS Admission 2026 Dates
Below, we have provided the important dates related to the NIOS admission 2026. Students are advised to visit the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in, to stay updated with the latest upcoming events and their dates.
Particulars | Dates |
NIOS start date of admission 2026 fee | March 16, 2025 |
NIOS last date of admission 2026 fee | July 31, 2025 |
Admission with a late fee of Rs. 260 | August 1 to 15, 2025 |
With a late fee of Rs 520 | August 16 to 31, 2025 |
With a late fee of Rs 910 | September 1 to 15, 2025 |
Exam dates | April 2026 |
Cancellation of NIOS Admission 2026
The NIOS board can cancel the candidate’s admission due to the following reasons:
If the admission form submitted by the candidate is incomplete.
If the documents submitted by the candidate are incomplete or false.
If the candidate did not submit the required fees along with the form.
If the educational qualification of the candidate is not fulfilled, the board can cancel the admission.
In case any wrong information is found in the application form, the candidate’s admission will be cancelled.
If the candidate does not pass the secondary examination from a recognised board.
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The NIOS result for 10th class will be declared around 3rd week of June 2025.
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To get admission to NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) for the October 2024 exam, visit the official NIOS board website. Complete the NIOS online registration by filling out the required forms, uploading necessary documents, and paying the NIOS exam fee . Ensure you check the registration deadlines and other details. After successful registration, you will receive study materials and information of your NIOS examination centre . Regularly check the NIOS website for updates and important announcements regarding the NIOS exam schedule and other things.
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