- NIOS Internal Assessment for Class 10th
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA)
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) is a key internal assessment tool under the NIOS Open & Distance Learning (ODL) system, supporting learning and evaluation.
• 1 TMA per subject
• For Stream-I learners only
• 20% of theory marks per subject
• TMA questions available:In booklet form
• On NIOS official website
Submission Guidelines
• Online submission only (Learner Dashboard)
• Offline submission not allowed
• Submit within the notified schedule
• Holiday/weekend deadline → next working day
• Incorrect TMA can be re-uploaded within 7 days
• Late submission allowed with late fee:Within 1 month of result declaration
• Separate for April-May & Oct-Nov exams
Note: TMA submission is mandatory. Non-submission may affect result declaration.
Evaluation Process
Evaluated by Subject Tutors at Study Centre (AI)
• Marks uploaded on NIOS portal
• No re-evaluation permitted
• Personal Contact Programme (PCP)
• NIOS provides PCP sessions for academic guidance and support at Study Centres (AIs).
PCP Structure (1st Year)
• 1 Induction Session per subject
• Up to 30 Theory PCP sessions
• 5 Practical PCP sessions (if applicable)
• Conducted mainly on weekends & holidays
Purpose of PCP
Clarify difficult concepts
• Resolve doubts
• Support learning through teacher interaction
• Support Formative & Summative Assessment
Assessment (Practical)
50% Formative (PCP sessions)
• 50% Summative (final practical)
Schedule
Block-I: Theory - Nov | Practical - Feb
• Block-II: Theory - May | Practical - Aug
Missed Practical PCP Sessions
Attendance of 5 practical sessions is mandatory
• If missed:Re-registration permitted
• Pay Formative Assessment fee + subject exam fee
• Allowed within valid admission period
Learners are advised to remain in regular contact with their Study Centre (AI) for the detailed PCP timetable.
- NIOS Internal Assessment for Class 12th
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA)
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) is a key internal assessment tool under the NIOS Open & Distance Learning (ODL) system, supporting learning and evaluation.
• 1 TMA per subject
• Mandatory for Stream-I learners
• 20% of theory marks per subject
• TMA questions available:In booklet form
• On NIOS official website
Submission Guidelines
• Online submission only (Learner Dashboard)
• Offline submission not allowed
• Submit as per notified schedule
• Holiday/weekend deadline → next working day
• Incorrect TMA can be re-uploaded
• Allowed within 7 days of original upload
Late Submission
Allowed with late fee per subject
• Within 1 month of result declaration
• Separate for April-May & Oct-Nov exams
• Online payment & submission only
Note: TMA submission is mandatory. Non-submission or non-compliance may affect result declaration.
Evaluation Process
• Evaluated by Subject Tutors at Study Centre (AI)
• Marks uploaded on NIOS portal
• No re-evaluation permitted
Personal Contact Programme (PCP)
NIOS provides Personal Contact Programmes (PCPs) offering academic guidance and practical support through face-to-face sessions at Study Centres (AIs).
PCP Structure (1st Year)
1 Induction Session per subject
• Up to 30 Theory PCP sessions
• 5 Practical PCP sessions (if applicable)
• Conducted mainly on weekends & holidays
Purpose of PCP
Clarify difficult concepts
• Resolve syllabus & exam doubts
• Learn through interaction with teachers
• Support Formative & Summative Assessment
Assessment (Practical)
50% Formative (PCP sessions)
• 50% Summative (final practical)
Schedule
Block-I: Theory - Nov | Practical - Feb
• Block-II: Theory - May | Practical - Aug
Missed Practical PCP Sessions
Attendance of 5 practical sessions is mandatory
• If missed:Re-registration permitted
• Pay Formative Assessment fee + subject exam fee
• Allowed within valid admission period
Learners are advised to remain in regular contact with their Study Centre (AI) for the detailed PCP timetable.