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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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:   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:   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:   What is the seat intake for UG Diploma at National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology agartala?
A: 

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Agartala offers UG Diploma programs in various engineering specializations. The seat intake for UG Diploma at National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Agartala is 60. To get admission, firstly you have to take an entrance exam and after clearing the entrance exam you will be eligible. Then you will fill out an admission form with all the documents that are required and your seat will be reserved for you. 

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 get admission in NIELIT Ajmer for UG Diploma with 60% in Class 12th?
A: 

Yes, students seeking admissions in UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Ajmer are eligible to apply for admissions if they have cleared class 12th with 60% from a CBSE board. Students must have passed all the subjects in class 12th. NIELIT Ajmer admission to short-term courses is based on the academic merit of the candidates. Along with this, students must also appear for and clear the NIELIT entrance exam. Candidates can apply online through the student portal of NIELIT. Students must submit an application form before the due date for admissions. 

Q:   Which entrance exam scores are accepted for seat allotment at NIELIT Patna?
A: 

NIELIT Patna seat allocation is done through JoSAA. The JoSAA takes into account the scores obtained by cadidates in the JEE Mains entrance exam. Thus, candidates who wish to take admissions into BTech courses at NIELIT Patna need to clear the JEE Mains entrance exam to gain admissions. The NIELIT Patna cutoff for the BTech course stood at 63949 in 2025.

Q:   Is a candidate eligible to apply for the NIELIT O-Level examination marks revaluation?
A: 

If you are not satisfied with your NIELIT O Level result, you can request a revaluation. Please apply within 1 month of the O Level Exam result 2025 being declared. You would need to pay a revaluation fee of INR 200 per question.

Q:   What was the NIELIT Patna cutoff for the BTech course in 2025?
A: 

In 2025, the NIELIT Patna cutoff rank for the BTech course was 63949 for the general category in JEE mains. The data regarding SC/ST or foreign nationals is currently unknown. Candidates who have secured a rank higher than the aforementioned NIELIT Patna cutoff rank should be adble to get admissions into the BTech course at NIELIT Patna if they fulfill the eligibility criteria.

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 entrance exam scores are accepted by National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Patna for admission?
A: 

Entrance exams for the Diploma and postgraduate Diploma programmes are administered by NIELIT.Admissions for the 2023–2024 school year are already closed.For further information about the dates of the next intake and exams, visit the official NIELIT Patna website. Exams for admission to Master of Technology (M.Tech.) programmes are often administered through the Centralised Counselling for M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan./PhD (CCMTP) process. Seats are distributed under this merit-based approach according to your GATE score and rank.

Direct enrollment for NIELIT O/A/B/C Level Courses is accomplished through online registration on the NIELIT website. Admission tests are not necessary. All year long, a range of specialised programmes and courses are available.Depending on the particular programme, admissions processes can change.

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
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.

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NIELIT Result

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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Yes, definitely the NIELIT certificates, especially for O, A, B, and C levels, hold significant value in India and is recognised by the government for employment and promotions.

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Mamona Rai

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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. 
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The objective of the NIELIT entrance test is to shortlist candidates for recruitment on various posts for its own projects or for other government departments, often on a contract basis. 

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Nishtha Chaudhary

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Yes, NIELIT is government job because the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology is an autonomous scientific society which comes under the administrative control of India's Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).

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The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (in short known was the NIELIT) is an annual entrance exam which is conducted for various certification and level-based exams (like O/A/B/C levels) for IT and electronics training. The objective of the exam is to also recruits for techni

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