NIOS Class 10 English Syllabus 2025 – Download PDF, Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
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NIOS Class 10 English Syllabus 2025 – Download PDF, Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

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NIOS 10th Exam Date:12 Sep' 25 - 27 Sep' 25

Mallika ThaledderUpdated on 08 Sep 2025, 04:06 PM IST

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) releases the NIOS English syllabus for class 10th online at nios.ac.in. Students can download the NIOS class 10th English syllabus in a PDF format. They must complete the syllabus at least 2 months before the NIOS 10th exam so they can have enough time to revise. The NIOS 10th syllabus for the English subject includes the list of subjects that will be covered in the exam. The exam will be held for a duration of 3 hours and will carry 100 marks in total. To pass the exam, students will have to score a minimum of 33% marks. Read further in detail about the NIOS class 10th English syllabus 2025.

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  1. NIOS Class 10th English Syllabus PDF Link
  2. Topics Included in NIOS 10th Class English Syllabus 2025
  3. Steps to Download NIOS Class 10th English Syllabus PDF 2025

NIOS Class 10th English Syllabus PDF Link

Below, we have provided a direct link to download the NIOS 2025 syllabus PDF for class 10th English. Students can download it and start preparing for the examination.

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Topics Included in NIOS 10th Class English Syllabus 2025

The NIOS 10th exam 2025 for English will be held for a duration of 3 hours. Below, we have provided a table with the topics that will be covered in the syllabus. Students must read the entire syllabus before the exam.

Module

TMA Syllabus

Public Examination Syllabus

Prescribed Texts

(Prose + Poetry)

  • How The Squirrel Got His Stripes

  • Tall Trees

  • The Shoeshine

  • Noise: How It Affects Our Life

  • My Vision For India

  • My Elder Brother

  • Caring For Others

  • The Little Girl

  • New Good Things From Rubbish

  • The Village Pharmacy

  • Once Upon A Time

  • Snake Bite

  • Kondiba- A Hero

  • A Tiger Comes To Town (I)

  • A Birthday Letter

  • A Tiger Comes To Town (II)

  • Nine Gold Medals

  • Indian Weavers

  • The Last Stone Mason

  • Stealing And Atonement

  • My Only Cry

  • A Prayer For Healing

  • The Truth

  • The Return Of The Lion

  • Co-Operate and Prosper

  • Ustad Bismillah Khan

  • The Parrot Who Wouldn’t Talk

Steps to Download NIOS Class 10th English Syllabus PDF 2025

Refer to the steps below to download the NIOS 10th syllabus PDF for English subject.

  • Go to the official website at nios.ac.in.

  • Click on the section of Student Information.

  • On the next page, find and click on the link to the NIOS Syllabus for Secondary.

  • Then click on the link for the English syllabus.

  • Download the NIOS 10th syllabus 2025 English as a PDF file to use for future reference.

NIOS 10th English Syllabus 2025: Exam Pattern

Below, we have provided the exam pattern for NIOS Class 10th English as per the syllabus.

Type of question

Number of questions

Marks

MCQs, true and false, match the column and one-word type question

16

1 mark each

Very short answer type question

13

2 marks each

Short answer type questions

2

3 marks each

Long answer type questions

3

4 marks each

Essay type question

1

6 marks

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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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You can check diploma courses after 10th class and NIOS courses and certificates available. You can also visit the university's official websites and check the sections of admissions or courses offered or contact the admissions offices directly to learn about the programs offered after 10th through NIOS board .

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.