NIELIT 2026 Centres in India: Check City-wise list, Courses, Exam, Eligibility

National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Exam 2026 ( NIELIT Exam )

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Saakshi Varsha Lama
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Updated on Jan 20, 2026 14:22 IST
NIELIT 2026 Centres in India: The list of NIELIT 2026 centres has been released. Candidates can check out the NIELIT city-wise list, popular courses, exam details, eligibility, result and more. Any NIELIT exam centre can be selected as per the preferred location and course. NIELIT centres are divided into five zones across India.

The list of NIELIT centres in India has been released. Candidates can check the zone-wise details of NIELIT centres where the examination will be held. Read to know the details of the NIELIT centres, courses offered, eligibility and more.

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NIELIT Centres in India: The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) conducts NIELIT to provide admissions to eligible students into the offered formal and non-formal courses. NIELIT is conducted twice a year (O/A/B/C level) and once a month [DLC (CCC/BCC/CCCP/ECC/ACC)]. All students have to register for the examination online at student.nielit.gov.in. As per the NIELIT centres selected by the candidates, the allotment will be done by the authorities. NIELIT is held in five zones - North, North-East, East, South and West Zone. Qualified candidates will be allotted grades as per their performance in the examination. Read to know more about NIELIT Centres in India.

Table of contents
  • NIELIT Exams: Level and Courses
  • NIELIT Centres - List of Zones
  • Zone-wise list of NIELIT Centres in India
  • Eligibility Criteria of NIELIT Exam
  • NIELIT Exam Centres
  • NIELIT Result

NIELIT Exams: Level and Courses

NIELIT exam is held for the following levels and courses

Particulars

Course Names

Digital Literacy Courses

  • ACC - Awareness in Computer Concepts
  • BCC - Basic Computer Course
  • CCC - Course on Computer Concepts
  • CCC Plus - Course on Computer Concepts Plus
  • ECC - Expert Computer Course

Non-Formal Courses

  • A Level
  • O Level
  • B Level
  • C Level
  • CHMT (Computer Hardware Maintenance Technician) O Level Course

Formal Courses

  • Ph.D Programme in Engineering & Technology
  • M.Tech in Embedded Systems/Electronics Design and Technology/VLSI & Embedded System Design
  • B.Tech in Electronics System Engineering
  • M.Sc. IT
  • MCA
  • BCA
  • Diploma In Electronics Production & Maintenance (DEPM)
  • MSc-Computer Sc.
  • B.Sc. IT
  • Diploma in Computer Science and Technology/Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I get National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology B Tech with a 72 percentile in JEE Mains?
A: 
  •  As you have mentioned that you have secured 72 percentile in JEE Mains and taking into consideration that you belong to general category so let me tell you that predicted rank according to my knowledge will be around 2.5-3L.
  • In this percentile you do not have any chances for good nits like Jamshedpur durgapur Silchar allahabad rourkela Calicut but if you belong to one of these home states like mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Agartala, sringar then you may stand some chances to get a seat in any of the NIT as the home state cut off for these nits are very low. 
  • other than that you can check the official site of nielts you may get some branch.
Q:   How many students can do BCA at NIELIT Guwahati?
A: 

A minimum of 50% in 10+2 or comparable exams with computer science, computer application, or maths as an elective or core subject is needed to be eligible for BCA. At NIELIT Guwahati. the three-year BCA degree is broken into 6 semesters. There are 40 available seats for this course. 

The following table shows the detailed seat matrix for BCA at NIELIT, Guwahati. 

CourseOpen Open PwdEWSOBCSCSTTotal 
BCA 17010211060340
Q:   How many papers can a student apply for in a single attempt in the NIELIT Exam?
A: 

There is no specific number as such. However, at each level, a candidate needs to complete the papers within the stipulated period. At NIELIT O/A/B/C levels, candidates can appear in any paper, in any order, if the subject has been covered by the institution running the accredited course and as mentioned on the application form. Candidates can directly appear in examinations if they satisfy the eligibility criteria as applicable to them. 

Q:   For what positions can a candidate apply after completing the NIELIT O-Level course?
A: 

A candidate can apply for the below-mentioned positions after the completion of the NIELIT O-level course:

  • Junior Programmer
  • Laboratory Assistant
  • Technical Assistant
  • Computer Assistant
  • ComputerTeaching Assistant
  • Computer Operator

NIELIT Centres - List of Zones

The NIELIT centres are listed under five zones. The list of zones is given below.

  • North Zone
  • North East Zone
  • South Zone
  • East Zone
  • West Zone
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Zone-wise list of NIELIT Centres in India

Candidates can check the list of zone-wise NIELIT centres in India below.

North-East Zone

 

 

 

 

      • Lunglei Extension Centre

 

 

 

 

      • Dibrugarh Extension Centre
      • Jorhat Extension Centre
      • Kokrajhar Extension Centre
      • Majuli Extension Centre
      • Silchar Extension Centre
      • Tezpur Centre

 

  • NIELIT Imphal

 

      • Churachandpur Extension Centre
      • Senapati Extension Centre

 

 

      • Pasighat Extension Centre
      • Tezu Extension Centre

 

 

      • Chuchuyimlang Extension Centre

 

 

    • NIELIT Tura Extension Centre 

East Zone

South Zone

West Zone

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I fill out the NIELIT OEAF at the Common Service Centre?
A: 

Yes, the candidates will be able to seek the Common Service Centre services to fill out the NIELIT Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF). The required examination fee can also be paid through the CSC services. Candidates are advised to complete the NIELIT OEAF process before the final date to be registered for the entrance examination of their course.

Q:   What is the passing mark to be eligible for the modules of the NIELIT O/A/B and C-level exams?
A: 

To pass the NIELIT O/A/B and C levels, a candidate must score 50% marks in each module. The NIELIT O/A/B/C level results will be declared on the official site. 

Q:   How will I know my final marks for my NIELIT A Level theory exam?
A: 

Final NIELIT results are declared paper-wise and module-wise. You can check your status by logging into the NIELIT Student Portal using your Registration/Roll Number and Date of Birth.

Q:   What is the qualification for NIELIT?
A: 

The eligibility criteria of NIELIT exam varies as per the course. To be eligible for the NIELIT exam candidates must have minimum 10+2, ITI, Diploma, or a B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA. 
There is no minimum percentages. For higher courses, students must have relevant post-qualification experience like Scientist B, where a B.E./B.Tech in relevant IT/CS fields. For detailed eligibility criteria is advised students to refer to the official notification PDF or the information brochure.

Eligibility Criteria of NIELIT Exam

The eligibility criteria for NIELIT exams are as follows:

Level

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply

O Level (~1 year)

10+2 or ITI Certificate (1 year after 10th)

Graduates can appear directly for all four modules

Accredited course students can appear for:

  • 2 modules after 6 months
  • The remaining two modules after 1 year
  • 12th pass students
  • ITI holders, or Graduates

A Level (Duration: 1 -1.5 years)

  • Passed O Level + 1 year A Level course 

          OR 

  • Graduate/Diploma (3 years after 12th) + 1 year course at accredited institute
  • O Level qualifiers
  • Graduates
  • Diploma holders

B Level (equivalent to MCA) (Duration: 2+ years)

  • Passed A Level + 1.5-year B Level course
    OR 
  • Direct entry for B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA or equivalent
  • Graduates with A Level can do 1 1-year course
  • A Level qualifiers
  • Engineering/PG degree holders

C Level (equivalent to M.Tech) (Duration: 1.5 - 2 years)

  • Passed B Level + 1.5-year C Level course

          OR 

  • Direct entry with a Master’s in CS/IT or B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) + work experience
  • B Level qualifiers
  • CS/IT PGs with experience

NIELIT Exam Centres

The examination will be conducted at exam centres across India. The exam centres of NIELIT are divided into Primary and Secondary centres. The exams will be held at all Primary centres. The centres will depend on the number of candidates appearing for the exam. Candidates who choose one of the Secondary centres as a first choice in their application forms for examinations are required to give a Primary centre as a second choice.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the minimum eligibility for PG programmes offered at NIELIT, Ajmer?
A: 

The minimum eligibility requirement for the PG courses offered at NIELIT Ajmer is pasisng UG with the same domain or stream. The minimum eligibility might also include a mininum thhreshold of Class 12 and Class 10 scores along with some mandatory subjects.

Q:   How many students can do NIELIT OLevel certificate at NIELIT, Kolkata?
A: 

For those who are reading but don't know what is NIELIT, National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology. Basically, it offers information technology and electronic training at different level. It helps student to learn skill to get a job in IT companies. The exact student intake for the O-Level certification at NIELIT Kolkata is not publicly disclosed on their official website. For accurate information, I recommend contacting the NIELIT Kolkata center directly. They can provide you with the most up-to-date details regarding seat availability and enrollment.

Q:   What are the eligibility criteria at NIELIT kolkata apart from national-level entrance exams?
A: 

NIELIT Kolkata eligibility criteria is course-specific. Aspirants applying for admission need to check the eligibility. Below is course-wise eligibility criteria for NIELIT Kolkata:

CourseCommon Eligibility
O Level in ITClass 12 or any diploma of a minimum of 1 year after Class 10
A Level in ITLevel O or Polytechnic Engineering Diploma after Class 10
B Level in ITLevel A/Government recognised PPDCA/ PGDCA/ Polytechnic Engineering Diploma/ Graduate
MSc in Cyber SecurityBE/ Tech in CSE or CS or IT or ICT or EC or BSc IT/ CS or BCA or equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD)
PG Diploma in Cyber SecurityBachelor's degree in Science, Engineering and Technology with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for reserved category)
Q:   Which entrance exam scores are accepted by NIELIT Guwahati for admission?
A: 

 NIELIT Guwahati admission is done basis the NIELIT Entrance Exam for non-formal courses whereas admission to other programmes is done basis merit and performance in the qualifying exam. Admission to non-formal courses such as CCC and O/A levels is done basis online registration wherein eligible candidates need to appear for the NIELIT entrance exam to complete the course.NIELIT Guwahati BCA and MSc admission is done basis performance in the qualifying exam followed by an interview.Admission to short-term courses at NIELIT Guwahati is done basis merit and academic performance of candidates.

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The authorities will declare the NIELIT result on the official website for O/A/B/C levels. The NIELIT results are sent as grades to the candidates, as well as to institutes conducting accredited courses from where candidates have appeared for examinations.

NIELIT Grades

Marks

Grade

85% and above

S

75% - 84%

A

65% - 74%

B

55% - 64%

C

50% - 54%

D

Below 50%

F (Failed)

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