The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) conducts the Class 10 and Class 12 open board examinations. To support learners with academic guidance, practical exams, document verification and other administrative requirements, the NIOS board has set up dedicated NIOS Study Centres. These centres are established in partnership with recognised schools and institutions, functioning as the primary touchpoint for every NIOS learner.
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While filling out the NIOS registration form, students are required to choose three preferred NIOS study centre options based on proximity. It is always advisable to select the nearest NIOS Learner Support Centre to ensure easy access for classes, practicals, tutor support and other services. Candidates can conveniently check the NIOS Study Centre List for their region through the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.
In these NIOS Accredited Study Centres, students receive academic assistance, attend PCP classes and complete their syllabus with the help of qualified tutors. Read the complete article to understand how to locate your NIOS study centre, how to request a study centre change, and all other related details.
The NIOS study centres are known as Accredited Institutions (AIs) for Academic Courses, Accredited Vocational Institutions (AVIs) for Vocational Education Courses and Accredited Agencies (AAs) for Open Basic Education (OBE) courses. These study centres are very important for students, as they can collect all their NIOS marksheet and other documents from these centres.
Students can choose a study centre during the NIOS admission process. These NIOS study centres are regulated by the regional offices of that particular state. Here are the number of NIOS study centres:
Academic (AIs): 3530, including 26 AI in U.A.E., Nepal, Kuwait, Qatar, Muscat and the Kingdom of Bahrain
Vocational (AVIs): 1379
Open Basic Education (OBE) (AAs): 1313
Students can check the NIOS study centre list online through the official website of NIOS. The NIOS study centre list PDF is very useful for students to locate the nearest centre.
Go to the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.
On the dashboard, click on the ‘Study Centre’ dropdown.
Select the ‘Search’ option.
On the next screen, the located window will open
Select the details such as category, country, state, regional centre, etc

Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
The NIOS study centre list PDF will open.
In some cases, students may mistakenly choose an old or discontinued NIOS study centre that is no longer active. When this happens, it becomes necessary to apply for a NIOS study centre change. To request the change, learners must contact their respective NIOS Regional Centre by sending an email and formally asking for the study centre to be updated.
Students should write to the Assistant Director (Admn.) and the In-charge of their Regional Centre using the official regional centre email ID. They may also get in touch with the Regional Centre through its toll-free helpline for additional support or clarification regarding the change of the NIOS Study Centre process.
Regional Centre:- Allahabad, Amethi, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Delhi, Dharamshala, Gandhinagar, Gangtok, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Visakhapatnam
Sub-Regional Centre: Kota, Darbhanga
NIOS Cell:- Shillong, Port Blair
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A NIOS study centre is the designated location where students can attend classes, complete exam-related documentation, appear for practical examinations, and get support for various academic and administrative requirements.
Students can download the NIOS study centre PDF through the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.
Yes, students can change their NIOS study centre by sending an email to their regional centre.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
The NIOS October session theory admit card for both Class 10 and 12 is expected to be released in October 2025. You can download it from the official NIOS website, https://sdmis.nios.ac.in/, (https://sdmis.nios.ac.in/) by entering your enrollment number and selecting the hall ticket type.
I hope it will clear your query!!
Hi dear candidate,
You can find the NIOS class 12th Business Studies and home science question papers on our official website that you can download.
Kindly refer to the links attached below:
NIOS Question Papers 2025-26: Download 10th, 12th Previous Year Paper Here
NIOS 12th Business Studies Question Paper April 2023
NIOS 12th Home Science Question Paper April 2023
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Hey Sapna:)
Thanks for reaching out!
Yes, NIOS offers physical classes called personal contact program(PCP) at its study centre across india. These classes are meant to help students of both class 10th and 12th by providing doubt clarification, practical demonstration and guidance.These sessions are usually held on weekends or holidays, attendance is not mandatory but recommended.
You can find nearby centres and their schedules using the official NIOS Study Centre Locator.
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According to the eligibility criteria for JEE Advanced, the candidates must have appeared in Class 12th and scored 75% aggregate marks. For the first time, you appeared in the CBSE Class 12 board exam in 2024, and in 2025, you appeared in the 12th examination from the NIOS board and scored 75%. Since NIOS is a recognised board, and you fulfil the aggregate marks, you are eligible to appear in JEE Advanced 2026 .
Yes, you can definitely appear for the 12th again through NIOS with PCM subjects.
This will make you eligible for JEE exams.
However, your previous PCMB degree will still hold validity. It won't be replaced or affected by the new NIOS certificate. You'll essentially have two 12th certificates.
Important Considerations:
Remember: While this is a potential path, carefully evaluate if it aligns with your long-term goals and if you're prepared for the academic and time commitment involved.
hope this helps you!!
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