NIOS 10th Exam Date:03 Nov' 25 - 03 Nov' 25
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) provides admissions for students in secondary and senior secondary levels. If any student is interested in enrolling in the NIOS Secondary Course (Class 10), it's essential to understand the eligibility criteria and required documentation. Here is a comprehensive overview of the eligibility requirements for NIOS admission to the Class 10 course. The NIOS admissions for Class 10 are held in two sessions, April-May and September-October, every year, with 4 different streams.
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By meeting these eligibility criteria, learners can successfully register for the NIOS secondary course and take a significant step towards completing their education.
Students can check the table below to learn about the dates for NIOS 10th Registration 2026 to be eligible to appear in the upcoming exam.
| Block | Dates | Fee | 
| March-April, 2026 | March 16 to July 31, 2025 | Without a late fee | 
| August 1 to August 15, 2025 | With a late fee of Rs 200 | |
| August 16 - August 31, 2025 | With a late fee of Rs 400 | |
| September 1 to September 15, 2025 | With a late fee of Rs 700 | |
| September-October, 2026 | September 16 to January 31, 2026 | Without a late fee | 
| February 1 to February 15, 2026 | With a late fee of Rs 200 | |
| February 16 - February 28, 2026 | With a late fee of Rs 400 | |
| March 1 to March 15, 2026 | With a late fee of Rs 700 | 
To get admission in Class 10th NIOS, students must meet the following eligibility criteria mentioned in the prospectus of NIOS. Below are the eligibility criteria for NIOS 10th admission for different sessions with streams.
The learner must be 14 years of age as of January 31, 2026.
Must have a school leaving certificate of Class 8 or Class 9 from any recognised school.
Should have passed the secondary examination from any recognised board.
They can apply for one or more subjects up to 4 to update their qualification.
Students who could appear for exams but could not pass.
Those who were eligible but were unable to appear for the main exams at the secondary level.
Students who want to take NIOS re-admission should
The students must have completed the 5-year validity period for NIOS admission.
Students should not have completed the course within the 5-year validity period of NIOS admission.
Students should have NIOS admission in any stream.
They must have passed a minimum of one subject and could not pass the course can get admission in the same course and get the TOC.
Students should not have completed the course within the NIOS admission validity period of 5 years.
Any student who wants to obtain the pass certificate should pass at least five subjects, including one or two maximum languages in Group A and three or four subjects in Group B.
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 The NIOS theory exams for October 2025 held from October 14, 2025 and continue till November 18, 2025.
 
 Practical exams held earlier, between 12 September and 27 September 2025.
 
 The detailed theory exam date sheet has released by NIOS in early October 2025.
 
 Students should regularly check the official NIOS website (nios.ac.in) for updates and admit cards.
 
 Both Class 10 and 12 students will follow a subject-wise schedule during this period.
Check date sheet here - https://school.careers360.com/boards/nios/nios-exam-dates
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The NIOS result for 10th class will be declared around 3rd week of June 2025.
Students can check their result on official website of NIOS by entering their roll number and enrollment number.
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Yes, you can appear for NIOS in 2025 and still be eligible for BITSAT and JEE Mains, provided you meet the age and academic criteria. Ensure you study the required subjects and score well. Both exams accept NIOS qualifications, so focus on achieving high marks to enhance your chances of securing a seat in prestigious institutions. Check the official guidelines for any specific eligibility updates.
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