What is the pattern of NIELIT O level exam?

The NIELIT O level will be conducted as a pen-and-paper test. The students have to attempt four theory papers and one practical exams. The theory exam will be of objective multiple-choice type. Each paper will be of 100 marks. There will be no adverse marking for wrong answers. NIELIT O level is conducted twice a year.

How many courses are available at NIELIT Aurangabad?

NIELIT Aurangabad offers a number of courses under below sections: Formal Degree & Diploma Courses: B.Tech, M.Tech, Polytechnic, Ph.D. Programmes Skill Development & Other Courses: Advanced Diploma in Computer Hardware Maintenance and Networking (CHM-A) Advanced Diploma in BigData Analytics Advanced Diploma in PLC/SCADA/DCS Engineer O Level in Information Technology Non-Formal Courses: NIELIT O Level (IT), NIELIT A Level (IT), Advanced Diploma in Computer Application, Accounting & Publishing Short-term Courses: Blockchain Technology, Big Data Analytics, 3D-Printing/Additive Manufacturing, Robotics Process Automation, IoT, Digital Marketing & Social Media Analytics.

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

Authorities will assign and disclose the assigned NIELIT exam centre through the admit card. The candidates can verify the information about the designated exam centre after downloading the admit card. The NIELIT admit card allotment will be based on the preferences given by the candidates during the application form and available seats. Thus, candidates should be cautious while choosing their preference order of the exam centres.

Can you provide the list of North-Zone NIELIT Exam Centres?

Check below the list of North-Zone NIELIT Exam centres. North Zone NIELIT Centre S.No. Centre Name 1. NIELIT Chandigarh 2. NIELIT Shimla 3. NIELIT Delhi (Headquarter) 4. NIELIT Gorakhpur 5. Lucknow Branch NIELIT Gorakhpur 6. NIELIT Srinagar 7. Jammu Centre NIELIT Srinagar 8. LEH Centre NIELIT Srinagar 9. NIELIT Haridwar 10. NIELIT Kurukshetra 11. NIELIT Pali 12. NIELIT Mandi

Name the NIELIT East Zone examination centres?

Check below the list of NIELIT East-Zone Exam centres: S.No. Exam Centre 1. NIELIT Kolkata 2. NIELIT Ranchi 3. NIELIT Bhubaneswar 4. NIELIT Patna Read More about NIELIT Exam Centres

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 will be available around September-October 2025. NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses January cycle applications will be possible from then on. 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.

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 will be available around September-October 2025. NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses January cycle applications will be possible from then on. 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.

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

Which login credentials are required to download the NIELIT admit card?

NIELIT admit card will be released online. Candidates can click on the official NIELIT hall ticket download link on the official portal. The login credentials required to access the NIELIT admit card is the application number and date of birth. No other mode will be used to release the admit card of NIELIT. After downloading the admit card, the candidates will have to print it out for future use.

How can I download the NIELIT admit card?

The NIELIT admit card will be published online. The candidates will be required to click on the official NIELIT hall ticket downloading link available on the official website. The login details for accessing the NIELIT admit card are the application number and date of birth. No other platform will be utilised to publish the admit card of NIELIT. Upon downloading the admit card, take a printout for further use.

What is the medium for the NIELIT exam?

There is a facility for candidates to choose to write the answers (the descriptive part only) either in English or Hindi. The preference should be marked therein. In case the preference is not marked, then the choice for the English medium will be by default. Question papers would remain in English only.

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

How can I check my NIELIT O Level Result?

Follow the steps below to check the NIELIT O Level result: Open the official website, student.nielit.gov.in. Locate the "View Result" link in the window. Go to the section and select the course for which you wish to check the result. Now, fill in the "Exam Year, Exam Date/Roll Number, Name, and Date of Birth." Check the information and click on the "View" button. The detailed grade sheet and the result will show up. Download it and take a printout for future use.

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

If you are not satisfied with the marks scored in the NIELIT O Level Exams, you can request a revaluation. Please note that you need to apply for the revaluation within 1 month of the declaration of the O Level Exam result 2025. The revaluation process at NIELIT involved a fee of INR 200 per question.

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

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.

NIELIT Exam O/A/B/C Levels (January 2026): Theory Exam Date January 10, 2025

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Exam On - 10 Jan '26

Updated on Nov 25, 2025 11:56 IST

By Rashmi Karan, Manager - Content

The NIELIT January 2026 session date schedule has been announced for the NIELIT O, A, B, and C Level (IT) examinations. NIELIT O, A, B, and C Level (IT) theory examinations will commence on January 10, 2026.

The NIELIT exam is an online, computer-based test conducted twice a year, in January and July, at various examination centres. NIELIT offers courses in various categories, including Information Technology, IT Literacy Programme, Hardware Technology, and Multimedia and Animation Technology.

Important notes

Mode of Exam: The exams will be conducted online through a computer-based test.
Application Window: The application window for this session has already closed.
Exam Center Changes: No changes will be entertained after the application form has been submitted.
Commencement of Practical Examinations: February 7, 2026
Tentative date of Declaration of 'O'/'A'/'B'/'C′ Level Results: Last Week of April, 2026
Marks and Duration: Each theory paper is of 100 marks and has a duration of three hours. Each practical examination is also of three hours duration and 100 marks.

Read more about NIELIT 2026, including NIELIT Exam Dates, Admit Card, Syllabus, Application Form, Results, Question Papers, and Accepting Colleges.

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What is NIELIT?
NIELIT 2025 Important Dates
NIELIT 2026 Admit Card
NIELIT 2026 Exam Highlights
NIELIT 2025 Examination Centres
NIELIT 2025: Medium of Examination (applicable only for 'O' level)
NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C Result
NIELIT 2026 Application Process
NIELIT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
NIELIT 2026 Application Fee

What is NIELIT?

NIELIT 2025 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIELIT Exam 2025 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
10 Jan ' 26	Commencement of Theory Examinations of 'O'/'A'/'B'/'C' Levels
07 Feb ' 26	Commencement of Practical Examinations

Dates	Past Exam Dates
03 Nov ' 25 - 15 Nov ' 25	O/A/B/C Level Examinations Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF) Submission
Oct ' 25	NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C July Cycle Result
18 Aug ' 25 - 25 Aug ' 25	NIELIT 2025 O/A level Practical Exam - July Cycle
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