When will the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application form be released?

NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application forms were available around September-October 2025. NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses January cycle applications are now over. No applications will be accepted after the NIELIT 2026 application form deadline. All proper and valid details had to be entered in the NIELIT 2026 application form for O/A/B/C courses.

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

What is the NIELIT application fee for O level?

While registering for NIELIT exam, the candidates will be required to pay the application fee. As per the official notification, the NIELIT application fee for O level is INR 500. All of the candidates will have to pay the NIELIT application fee online i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card or through the CSC-SPV services. No other mode of payment will be accepted.

Which documents have to be uploaded in the NIELIT application form?

To fill the NIELIT application form, upload your scanned passport-size photo and signature. Ensure that the documents you upload meet the specifications of the information brochure. If the specifications are not met, then your documents will not be uploaded and your application will not be submitted.

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

You can find your assigned NIELIT exam centre on your NIELIT admit card. The NIELIT centre allotment is done basis the candidate's preference.

Can a candidate get the registration fee back if his or her NIELIT application is rejected?

The NIELIT registration fee is non-refundable. The one-time, non-refundable registration fee is neither refundable nor adjustable against any other payments or purposes. The registration process is mentioned in the guidelines mentioned on the Online Student Portal.

How many papers can a student apply for in a single attempt in the NIELIT Exam?

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.

Is it necessary to fill out the OEAF? Or is there any provision for a physical examination application for NIELIT?

Yes, it is compulsory to fill out the Online Examination Application Form (OEAF). There is no provision for offline or physical forms. Here to note is that the Physical Examination Application Form has been discontinued from the July 2013 Examination onwards.

List the documents required to be attached to the NIELIT registration form.

As per the official website, there is no need to send the documents. A declaration is provided by the authorities to the candidates that if they provide any wrong or inaccurate information in Online Registration Application form, they will be responsible for further legal or other consequences.

How can a candidate check his or her status of NIELIT registration for any course?

NIELIT registration application status can be checked in the online student portal at student.nielit.gov.in by providing the registration application number received by a candidate during the filling the Online Registration Application Form (ORAF).

Where will a student be able to appear for the NIELIT theory examination?

NIELIT Examination Centres are located across the country. A list of examination centres will be provided to the candidate once they apply for the examination form through online mode. Students can choose a centre of their choice while filling out the online examination application form (OEAF).

I lost all the details during a power failure while submitting the NIELIT application form. How do I retrieve it?

You cant retrieve it. You would need to log in again and submit the online examination application form again. There is no facility for saving the details.

How can a candidate apply for NIELIT?

Candidate can check below the steps to apply for the NIELIT. Visit the official website and click on 'Apply Online' at student.nielit.gov.in. Select the Certificate Course 'O/A/B/C' Level FIll the Application Form Upload Photograph, Signature and Thumb Impression Submit the Application Form Note down the Unique Appliction Number Take a Print Out of Application Form for Future use Also, pay registration fees via Online Payment Option.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

What is the fee for NIELIT OEAF?

The NIELIT Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF) fee is INR 100 in addition to the requisite fees for the applied Theory/Practical modules. The required fee has to be paid online i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card or through CSCs. If the fee is not paid before the final date, then the candidates will not be allowed to attempt the examination.

Can I fill out the NIELIT OEAF at the Common Service Centre?

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.

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

NIELIT Exam Application Form 2026 (January Cycle AVAILABLE): Check Registration Process for O/A/B/C Level

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Updated on Mar 9, 2026 18:45 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

NIELIT Application Form 2026: The NIELIT 2026 registrations for the June session is expected to start soon. Candidates meeting the official eligibility criteria will be able to apply for the exam. While filling out the NIELIT 2026 Online Examination Application Form, candidates will have to enter their details and select their preferred exam centres.

The NIELIT 2026 OEAF processing fee for O/A/B/C is expected to be same as the January cycle which was INR 100 in addition to the requisite fees for the applied theory/practical modules. Candidates will have to pay the fee online via net banking/credit card/debit card, or CSC services for the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses. Read to know more about the NIELIT 2026 Application Form.

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NIELIT Application Process 2026
NIELIT 2026 Important Dates
How to fill NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF)?
Steps to register for NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C Level Exam
NIELIT 2025 Application Fee
NIELIT Exam: Important notes
NIELIT 2026 Application Form Highlights

NIELIT Application Process 2026

NIELIT 2026 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIELIT Exam 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
07 Feb ' 26	Commencement of Practical Examinations
10 Jan ' 26	Commencement of Theory Examinations of 'O'/'A'/'B'/'C' Levels
03 Nov ' 25 - 15 Nov ' 25	O/A/B/C Level Examinations Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF) Submission
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