NIOS Class 12th Exam 2026: Date Sheet (Soon)

National Institute of Open Schooling 12th 2026 ( NIOS 12th )

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Updated on Aug 13, 2026 18:28 IST

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NIOS Class 12 Exam 2026: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will soon announce the NIOS 12th exam date 2026 for October session. The board is likely to conduct the upcoming NIOS 12th exams in October-November 2026.

Latest Updates:

  • NIOS was accepting the fee payments for the Oct/Nov 2026 exam from July 13 to July 22, 2026.
  • NIOS Class 12th result 2026 for April sesssion exams was out on June 4, 2026.

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Table of contents
  • What is NIOS Class 12 Exams 2026?
  • NIOS 12th Exam Dates 2026
  • NIOS Class 12th Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation 2026
  • NIOS 12th Admit Card 2026
  • NIOS 12th Question Papers
  • NIOS 12th Result 2026
  • FAQs on NIOS Class 12
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What is NIOS Class 12 Exams 2026?

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) conducts NIOS Class 12th examinations twice a year, in March-April and October. 

The admissions for Block-I usually start during mid-March and continue until the mid of September for the March-April examinations, while for the October examinations, the admissions commence from the very next day the Block-I admission concludes, i.e, mid of September until the mid of March of the following year.

NIOS 12th Exams 2026: Highlights

Features Details
Full Name National Institute of Open Schooling 12th Examination
Frequency of exams Twice a year (April and October)
Mode of Exam Offline
Exam Duration 3 Hours
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NIOS 12th Exam Dates 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIOS 12th 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Oct ' 26

Release of NIOS Class 12 admit card 2026 Oct-Nov

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Oct ' 26

Conduct of NIOS Class 12 practical exams 2026 Oct-Nov

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Oct ' 26 - Nov ' 26

Conduct of NIOS Class 12 exams 2026 Oct-Nov

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Dec ' 26 - Jan ' 27

Release of NIOS Class 12 admit card 2026 Oct-Nov

TENTATIVE
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NIOS Class 12th Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation 2026

 Students can check the NIOS Board class 12th exam pattern, syllabus and preparation below:

NIOS Class 12th Exam Pattern 2026

All the students preparing for the NIOS Class 12 examinations must go through the complete NIOS 12th exam pattern 2026 for Class 12 to get an insight into the marking scheme and the type of questions asked. It would help them in strategising their studies and studying accordingly. The exam pattern would also help the students in allocating time wisely according to the weightage of the topics in each subject.

NIOS Class 12th Syllabus 2026

Students preparing for NIOS Class 12 examinations must carefully go through the NIOS Class 12 Syllabus 2026 and chalk out their study schedule accordingly. Candidates preparing for 12th NIOS board exams 2026 can download the complete NIOS Class 12 syllabus from the official website. Through the NIOS 12th syllabus, they can check important topics they need to cover for the NIOS 12th exam 2026.

NIOS 12th Preparation Tips 2026

Students should prepare well for the NIOS 12th examination. They are advised to follow the following NIOS 12th preparation tips 2026 so that they can score good marks in the NIOS 12th exam. 

  • Know the NIOS 12th syllabus.
  • Learn the prescribed text books.
  • Learn old question papers.
  • Make short notes of each chapter.
  • Maintain a positive attitude.
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NIOS 12th Admit Card 2026

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 The NIOS 12th Admit Card for theory exam is released online. All the students appearing for the NIOS 12th examinations must visit the official website of NIOS to download the NIOS hall ticket 2026.

Students can read the steps below to download the NIOS 12th admit card 2026:

  1. Open the official website of NIOS at sdmis.nios.ac.in/search/hall-ticket.
  2. Enter  the enrolment number.
  3. Select Hall ticket for Theory examination.
  4. Click on ‘Submit’.
  5. Download the NIOS admit card 2026 for Class 12 and take its print out for future references.
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NIOS 12th Question Papers

The National School of Open Schooling (NIOS) releases the NIOS 12th question papers on its official website, nios.ac.in. Students enrolled in NIOS 12 can use previous year’s question papers and answers to understand the grading structure, difficulty level, and key topics. Check the steps given below to download NIOS 12th question papers.

  • open the official website - nios.ac.in. 
  • Click on Student information section
  • Click on Question papers of previous year's examination
  • Click on required subject.
  • Download and the save the NIOS 12th question paper pdf.

NIOS 12th Science subjects List

Following are the NIOS 12th Science subjects.

Subjects  Codes
Mathematics 311
Physics 312
Chemistry 313
Biology 314
Computer Science 330
Environmental Science 333

NIOS 12th Arts subjects List

Subjects  Codes
History 315
Geography 316
Political Science 317
Home Science 321
Psychology 328
Sociology 331
Painting 332
Mass Communications 335
Tourism 337
Introduction to Law 338
Library & Information Science 339
Military History 375
Military Studies 374
Physical Education and Yog 373
Early Childhood Care And Education 376

NIOS 12th Commerce subjects list

Subjects  Codes

Economics

318

Business Studies

319

Accountancy

320

Economics

318

Business Studies

319

Data Entry Operations

336 

 

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NIOS 12th Result 2026

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NIOS released the NIOS 12th result 2026 for April session exam on June 4, 2026. All the candidates who appear for the examinations must open the official website of NIOS to check their results by using their respective enrollment number. NIOS Board released the NIOS Class 12 Result 2025 October on Jan 8, 2026. The steps to download NIOS 10th result 2026 is given below.

  • Open the official result portal of NIOS — results.nios.ac.in/home/public-exam.
  • Enter the enrollment number and captcha and click on 'submit'.
  • Download the result and take a printout for further reference.
  NIOS 12th Pass Percentage

The pass criteria for Senior Secondary Course (Class 12) in a subject for NIOS is a minimum of 33% marks in the aggregate as well as separately in theory and practicals in the public examinations. 

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FAQs on NIOS Class 12

FAQs on NIOS 12th Exam 2025 below.

Q:   How many subjects are compulsory in NIOS 12th exam?
A: 

NIOS has divided subjects for class 12 into six groups. They are Group A, B, C, D, E and F. Group A consists language subjects while other groups include subjects from Science, Commerce, Humanities and others. Each student has to select a minimum 5 subjects in total while applying for NIOS admission. It is mandatory to choose one language subject from group A and other subjects can be chosen from any group. At Senior Secondary level, subjects are divided into Group A and Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E and Group F.

Q:   What is the fee for rechecking and re-evaluation of the NIOS 12th exam result?
A: 
The application fee for rechecking the NIOS 12th scores is INR 300 per subject. This amount has to be paid online. Candidates who want to get a copy of their answer sheets for re-evaluation have to apply with INR 1,000 per subject. They have to apply through the official site by paying the required amount as DD. Once, the results are out, NIOS will activate the links for application for revaluation.
Q:   When a student drops one year, what is the syllabus applicable for the following Class 12 board exam of next year?
A: 

Students have to follow the Class 12 syllabus applicable for the year for which they are appearing the Class 12 board exam. They can check the Class 12th syllabus on the official website of the board. They can also take help from their teachers for the Class 12th  syllabus.

Q:   Can I join for BTech course even if I fail in 12th grade?
A: 

Yes, you can join B Tech through lateral entry admission. For this you have to do Polytechnic Diploma course from government authorized Polytechnic college. It is mandatory to pass 10th grade to join the 3 year Polytechnic Diploma course. Once you successfully complete Polytechnic course, you can appear for the Lateral entry entrance test and if you clear the entrance exam, you will get admission to second year of the B Tech course. 

Q:   What to do if there are errors in NIOS 12th Admit Card?
A: 

In case of any errors in NIOS 12th admit card 2025, students must report to the higher authorities. They should get it rectified as early as possible. Students are advised to verify the details in the NIOS 12th admit card. If errors are not corrected, they will not be allowed to appear for the exam. There should not be any spelling mistake in the student details.

Q:   I have got 76% in my Class 12 pre boards. Does that mean that I cannot achieve 90% marks in 12th board exam?
A: 

You are advised not to stress yourself. Continue putting in your best effort. Allot more time to those topics in which you are not that confident. Make short notes of important points. Hard work will definitely help you achieve more marks than your pre boards. 

Q:   What are the different ways of checking the NIOS Result 2026 class 12?
A: 

There are multiple ways in which a candidate can check his/her NIOS result 2026 Class 12. These modes are the official website, Digilocker, and SMS. For the first two modes, candidates need Internet connectivity. For the third mode, they just need a functional mobile number. To check the result online, students have to visit the official result portal of NIOS. Results. NIOS. AC. In. Then they have to enter the enrollment number and captcha and click on submit.

Q:   How can I apply for rechecking or re-evaluation of my NIOS 12th Result if I am not satisfied with it?
A: 
Those who are not satisfied with their NIOS 12th results can apply for revaluation. Candidates should apply for the NIOS 12th result re-evaluation within 15 days of declaration of the result. Candidates can either opt for the re-totaling of the marks, or re-evaluation of the answer papers once again. They have to pay the required fees for the revaluation or retotaling. NIOS will notify the same on the official website, once the results are out.
Q:   Can I get admission in GL Bajaj Noida for B.Tech with 60% in Class 12th?
A: 

No, only 60% in your class 12 grades will not allow you immediate admission to the B.Tech programme at the GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management in Greater Noida. A higher overall score and a strong performance on the necessary entry exams are prerequisites for eligibility.

To be admitted directly to the B.Tech programme, you need to fulfil the following requirements:

  • At least 80% overall in Class 12, where Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are required courses
  • Pass the UPCET entrance test or JEE Main.

It is feasible to lateral into the second year of a B.Tech programme if you possess:

  • Completed a three-year engineering programme in any discipline
  • Completed a three-year B.Sc. programme.
  • Passed the 10+2 exam, specialising in mathematics
  • At least 45% of the possible points on the qualifying exam
Q:   How many groups are there for NIOS 12th subjects?
A: 

NIOS has divided the subjects for class 12 into six groups namely Group A, B, C, D, E and F. Group A consists language subjects.  Other groups include subjects from Science, Commerce, Humanities and others. Each student has to select a minimum 5 subjects in total while applying for NIOS admission 2025. It is mandatory to choose one language subject from group A and other subjects can be chosen from any group.

Q:   Can an aspirant change their NIOS study centre?
A: 
A learner must choose his/her Study Centre/AI very carefully. In case a learner wishes to change his/her Study Centre from one centre to another centre, they will have to apply online through E-Service. The learner have to upload valid reasons and documents. Also there is a fee of INR 400 for the same. Students have to pay via online.
Q:   Is it mandatory to go through the NIOS 12th syllabus?
A: 

Students are advised to go through the NIOS 12th syllabus. This will help them to get an idea on the topics to be learned. It will also help them to know the marking scheme.  Understanding the syllabus helps students to boost the preparation. Knowing the NIOS syllabus helps students to know what to learn and what not to. Thus they can save time by learning only the required topics. 

Q:   Is the NIOS date sheet 2026 for practical exam released?
A: 

Yes, NIOS date sheet 2026 for practical exam is released in Feb 2026. NIOS Class 10th and Class 12th practical exams 2026 were held from March 17 to April 1, 2026. Students can download the NIOS 10th date sheet 2026 for practical exam from the official website nios.ac.in/. They can also download the NIOS practical exam date sheet 2026 from our NIOS dates page. 

Q:   When will the NIOS 12th Date Sheet 2026 be released?
A: 

The NIOS 12th Date Sheet 2026 April exam was published on March 25, 2026, on the official website. NIOS 12th exam 2026 was held from April 10 to May 6, 2026. Students have to open the official website to download the NIOS 12th Date Sheet 2026. They are can download and save the NIOS 12th Date Sheet 2026. 

Q:   Can I appear in NIOS 12th exams without admit card?
A: 

No, you will not be allowed to write the NIOS 12th exam without the admit card. Students must carry the NIOS 12th hall ticket to appear for the NIOS 12th board exam. 

Q:   What is the exam date of NIOS 12th 2026?
A: 

NIOS 12th date 2026 was released. NIOS 12th exam 2026 were held from April 10 to May 6, 2026. The board released the NIOS 12th date sheet 2026 on the official website - nios.ac.in March 2026. 

Q:   What is the duration of NIOS 12th exam?
A: 

The duration of NIOS 12th exam is 3 hours. The NIOS 12th board exam is held from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm. 

Q:   What are the subjects available for the NIOS Senior Secondary Course (Class 12)?
A: 
Following are the subjects available at the senior secondary level course. They are Hindi English Bengali, Odia, Tamil, Urdu, Sanskrit, Gujarati, and Punjabi. It also include Persian, Arabic, Malayalam, Mathematics, Physics Chemistry Biology History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy, Home Science, Psychology, Computer Science, Sociology, Painting, Environmental Science, Mass Communication, Data Entry Operations, Introduction to Law, Library and Information Science, Veda Adhyan, Sanskrit Vyakaran, Bharatiya Darshan, Sanskrit Sahitya, Physical Education and Yog, Military Studies, Military History and Early Childhood Care and Education. The NIOS offers 41 subjects including 12 languages for 12th grade. NIOS has divided the subjects for class 12 into six groups namely Group A, B, C, D, E and F. Group A consists language subjects while other groups include subjects from Science, Commerce, Humanities and others. Each student has to select a minimum 5 subjects in total while applying for NIOS admission. It is mandatory to choose one language subject from group A and other subjects can be chosen from any group.
Q:   Is it mandatory to go through the NIOS 12th exam pattern?
A: 

Students are advised to go through the NIOS 12th pattern and syllabus. This will help them to get an idea on the topics to be learned. It will also help them to know the marking scheme. Understanding the NIOS pattern helps students to plan accordingly. This will help students to be familiar with the type of questions asked for the exam. 

Q:   What is the NIOS 12th exam qualifying cut-off?
A: 

Students have to score 33% of the total marks to qualify the NIOS Class 12 board exam. For NIOS 12th, they have to score a minimum of 33% in the aggregate in the practical and theory exams.

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