Admission
NIOS, a government of India initiative, offers a flexible and learner-centric open schooling. NIOS certificates are equivalent to CBSE, CISCE (ICSE) & State Boards and are aligned with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) by NCERT.
• EligibilityPassed Class X from NIOS/CBSE/ICSE/State Board/any other recognized board
• Minimum age: 15 years
• No upper age limit
Medium of Instruction
Hindi | English | Urdu | Bengali | Gujarati | Sanskrit | Odia
(To be selected at the time of admission)
Mode of Study
NIOS follows an Open & Distance Learning (ODL) model, which includes:
• Printed Self Learning Material (SLM)
• Academic support via NIOS Study Centres (AIs)
• Study material delivered by post to the registered address of learner.
Admission Cycles
• Block I: March - April
• Block II: September - October
(Late admissions are permitted with applicable late fees, as per NIOS norms.)
How to Apply
Admissions to NIOS are 100% online.
Apply through any of the following modes:
• Directly via the NIOS Admission Portal: https://sdmis.nios.ac.in
• By visiting a nearby:NIOS Study Centre (Accredited Institution – AI)
• Facilitation Centre
• Common Service Centre (CSC)
Documents Required
• Class 10 marksheet/certificate
• Date of Birth proof
• Valid ID proof
• Photograph & signature
• Address proof
• Category certificate (if applicable)
Subject Selection
Choose a minimum of 5 subjects (including at least one language) as per the NIOS Scheme of Studies.
• Choose the subjects in line with college/university eligibility requirements for their intended career courses.
• Learners seeking greater flexibility may choose up to 7 subjects in total, including up to 2 additional subjects, as per NIOS norms.