NIELIT Exam Answer Key 2025: Download OMR Sheet Here
National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Exam 2025 ( NIELIT Exam )
Exam On - 7 Feb '26
The NIELIT O/A/B/C Level January 2026 examinations are being conducted from January 10 - 14, 2026, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) and theory mode across India. The provisional answer key and candidate response sheets are expected to be released in the last week of January 2026 on the official NIELIT Student Portal. Candidates can use the answer key to estimate their scores before the declaration of official results.
- How to Calculate Your Expected NIELIT O/A/B/C Level Score
- NIELIT 2025 Important Dates
- How to Download NIELIT O/A/B/C Level Provisional Answer Key
- NIELIT O/A/B/C Level 2026 Final Results and Evaluation Rules
- NIELIT Answer Script Disclosure Guidelines (O/A/B/C Level)
- Information Required in NIELIT Answer Script Disclosure Application
How to Calculate Your Expected NIELIT O/A/B/C Level Score
Candidates can calculate their expected score using the provisional answer key.
General Score Calculation Formula
Estimated Marks = Number of Correct Answers × Marks per Question
NIELIT Theory Exam Marking Scheme
- Total Marks: 100
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: 0 marks
- Unattempted Question: 0 marks
- No Negative Marking
NIELIT Grades
Grades will be as follows-
| Marks | Grade |
|---|---|
| Below 50% | Failed (F) |
| 50-54% | D |
| 55-64% | C |
| 65-74% | B |
| 75-84% | A |
| 85% and above | S |
Commonly asked questions
Registration for the July 2026 NIELIT exam cycle is open until March 31, 2026, for O, A, and C levels for both direct and institute candidates. For A/C level institute candidates, the deadline is extended to April 10, 2026.
The provisional answer keys and candidate response sheets are expected to be available in the last week of January 2026 on the NIELIT Student Portal.
No, negative marking is generally not applicable for most NIELIT theory papers. You receive points for correct answers and zero marks for incorrect or unattempted questions.
NIELIT 2025 Important Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIELIT Exam 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Oct ' 25 | NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C July Cycle Result |
| 18 Apr ' 25 | NIELIT 2025 Result O/A/B/C January cycle |
How to Download NIELIT O/A/B/C Level Provisional Answer Key
Candidates can download the provisional answer key after its official release. Follow below steps to download NIELIT answer key 2026-
- Visit NIELIT student portal, https://student.nielit.gov.in/index.aspx
- Log in using Roll Number and Date of Birth
- Go to the “Answer Key/Response Sheet” section
- Select your Level (O/A/B/C) and paper code
- Download the provisional NIELIT answer key and response sheet
Important Dates- NIELIT January 2026 Answer Key
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| NIELIT Exam Dates | January 10-14, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | Last week of January 2026 |
| Objection Window | Within 3-5 days of key release |
| Final Answer Key | February 2026 |
| Result Declaration | February / March 2026 |
Commonly asked questions
You must score a minimum of 50% marks in each theory paper to qualify. The final qualification also depends on meeting separate criteria for practical papers and internal assessments.
To challenge the NIELIT answer key follow below steps-
- Log in to NIELIT Student Portal
- Navigate to "Answer Key Objection" section
- Select specific question
- Upload supporting documents or references.
No. Once NIELIT reviews all objections and releases the Final Answer Key, it is considered binding and non-editable. All results are calculated based on this final version.
NIELIT O/A/B/C Level 2026 Final Results and Evaluation Rules
After reviewing all objections, NIELIT will release the final answer key for the questions asked in the NIELIT exam, which will be used for preparing results.
Key Evaluation Rules
- Final answer key is binding and non-editable
- Marks are calculated based on approved answers
- Results are declared paper-wise and module-wise
- Qualification requires meeting the minimum pass percentage
Candidates can check their final results by logging in to the NIELIT Student Portal using their credentials.
Commonly asked questions
No. Once NIELIT reviews all objections and releases the Final Answer Key, it is considered binding and non-editable. All results are calculated based on this final version.
There is no provision for Re-checking, Re-evaluation, Re-totalling, or Disclosure of O Level (M1-R5.1 to M4-R5.1) and A Level (A1-R5.1 to A4-R5.1) online examinations.
No. Only the candidate who appeared for the exam is permitted to attend the inspection of the answer script. Third parties are strictly prohibited.
NIELIT Answer Script Disclosure Guidelines (O/A/B/C Level)
NIELIT allows candidates to inspect their evaluated answer scripts for NIELIT O/ A/ B/C Level 2026 examinations. This facility is provided as per Supreme Court directions. However, re-evaluation is not allowed under any condition.
Who Can Apply
- Only the candidate himself/herself can apply.
- Applications submitted by any third party will be rejected.
- Requests must be made within one month from the date of result declaration.
How to Apply
- Submit a written application to: The Controller of Examinations, NIELIT Bhawan, Sector 8, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110077
- Late applications will be rejected without any communication.
Fee Details
- ₹500 per subject
- Fee must be paid through NEFT / Online Banking to NIELIT HQ.
- Payment details (UTR / Transaction ID) must be mentioned in the application
Commonly asked questions
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.
NIELIT strictly enforces the timeline. Any application submitted more than one month after the result declaration will be rejected without any further communication or refund.
No. The guidelines state that inspections allow you to understand how you were evaluated; it is for viewing only; you can't take copies or photographs.
Information Required in NIELIT Answer Script Disclosure Application
The application must include:
- Candidate’s name
- Roll number and registration number
- Level (O/A/B/C)
- Paper name and paper code
- Payment details
- Full correspondence address and mobile number
- Candidate’s signature (must match the admit card)
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Official Inspection Process by NIELIT
- Inspection is allowed only at NIELIT Headquarters, New Delhi.
- NIELIT is going to inform the candidate about the date and time of inspection
- Candidate must carry:
- Registration Card / NIELIT Admit Card
- Valid ID proof
- Inspection will be done under official supervision.
- Maximum 1 hour per subject is allowed.
- No third party is permitted.
- No TA/DA will be provided by NIELIT.
Important Note
- This process is only for inspection, not re-checking.
- No re-evaluation or re-assessment is allowed after inspection.
This facility helps students understand their evaluated answers but does not change marks or results.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, if a genuine totalling error is identified and officially confirmed during the physical inspection of your NIELIT B Level theory exam answer sheet, your marks will be updated. The entire process is in place specifically to address such discrepancies
No, the ₹500 per subject fee is an administrative charge for processing the request and facilitating the supervised inspection. It is non-refundable regardless of the outcome.
Not necessarily your ID proof, but it must match the signature on your Admit Card. If the signatures do not match, NIELIT will consider the application incomplete and it will be rejected.
NIELIT Exam Exam
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Registration for the July 2026 NIELIT exam cycle is open until March 31, 2026, for O, A, and C levels for both direct and institute candidates. For A/C level institute candidates, the deadline is extended to April 10, 2026.
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The tentative date for the declaration of results is the last week of April. Results will be available online at the NIELIT official website.
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- O/A/B/C Levels: Practical examinations are scheduled to commence on February 7, 2026.
- CHMT-O Level: Both the practical and the Employability Skills (ES) exams are expected to take place during the last week of January 2026.
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The theory papers for the January 2026 cycle are scheduled to begin on January 10, 2026.
- A/B/C Levels: January 10 - 14, 2026
- O Level (A1–A4 R5) & CHMT-O Level: January 10 - 18, 2026
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