NIOS Date Sheet 2026 OUT: Class 10, 12 Theory Exams From October 22; Check Dates and Timings
New Delhi: The National Institute of Open Schooling has released the date sheet for the October 2026 Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) theory examinations. As per Notification 63/2026 dated October 8, 2026, the examinations are set to commence on October 22, 2026 at designated centres in India and abroad.
Students should consult the subject-wise timetable carefully to determine their revision plan and avoid missing out on an examination.
NIOS October 2026 Exam Date Sheet: Key Details
The official timetable includes the theory examinations for both Secondary and Senior Secondary learners. Although the first examinations begin in October, the timetable extends into December for specific subjects. The date sheet also indicates different durations based on the subject. Students should not expect that all papers will finish at the same time.
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Particular |
Details |
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Examination authority |
National Institute of Open Schooling |
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Exam session |
October 2026 |
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Classes |
Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) |
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Notification number |
63/2026 |
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Official notification date |
October 8, 2026 |
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Theory exam commencement |
October 22, 2026 |
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Timetable period |
October 22 to December 7, 2026 |
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Usual starting time |
2:30 PM |
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Official website |
sdmis.nios.ac.in |
NIOS Class 10, 12 Theory Exam Schedule 2026
The following are dates extracted from the official timetable. This is a sample of key examination dates and not a complete subject-wise date sheet.
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Exam date |
Selected subjects listed in the date sheet |
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October 22, 2026 |
Sanskrit Vyakaran, Basics of Transportation, Bodh Darshan and selected Senior Secondary subjects |
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October 23, 2026 |
Early Childhood Care and Education, Accountancy and Indian Sign Language |
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October 24, 2026 |
Geography and Painting |
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October 28, 2026 |
English and several regional-language papers |
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October 29, 2026 |
Painting and Data Entry Operations |
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October 31, 2026 |
Mathematics and Home Science |
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November 2, 2026 |
Physics, History, Environmental Science and other subjects |
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November 4, 2026 |
Hindi, Psychology and related papers |
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November 5, 2026 |
Biology, Accountancy and Mathematics |
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November 6, 2026 |
Business Studies, Science and English |
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November 12, 2026 |
Computer Science, Sociology, Tourism and Physical Education |
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November 17, 2026 |
Chemistry, Political Science and Business Studies |
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November 18, 2026 |
Hindi and several language papers |
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November 20–21, 2026 |
Economics, Social Science and other listed subjects |
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November 25–28, 2026 |
Home Science, Indian Culture and Heritage, Psychology and other subjects |
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December 1–2, 2026 |
Vocational and other theory papers |
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December 4–7, 2026 |
Remaining listed subjects, including Bharatiya Darshan and Sanskrit Sahitya |
Subject availability is different between Class 10 and Class 12. Consult the relevant column in the official PDF to check your examination date and duration.
What Are the NIOS Exam Timings for 2026?
Although most papers in the published timetable start at 2:30 PM, the end time depends on the subject: the schedule includes examinations ending at 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM or 5:30 PM. The date sheet also states that candidates will be given 15 minutes to read the question paper before the examination starts. Students should check their examination instructions and travel to the centre accordingly.
How to Download the NIOS Date Sheet 2026
Students can follow these steps to access the official timetable:
- Visit the NIOS student portal.
- Open the examination notifications or date sheet section.
- Select the October 2026 Secondary and Senior Secondary theory examination timetable.
- Download the PDF.
- Find your class, subject name and subject code.
- Note the examination date and duration in your study planner.
Students should save a copy of the timetable on their phone or computer for easy access.
What Should Students Do After Checking the Timetable?
Start by listing each subject in chronological order and identify the papers that fall closest together. Allocate revision time according to the syllabus and your level of preparation, while leaving room for practice papers and rest. Learners who require approved accessibility arrangements should confirm the applicable provisions with NIOS or their regional centre well before their examination.
Students should also check their admit card and examination-centre instructions for any specific requirements. The official date sheet states that examination dates will not be changed. The document also mentions that results are likely to be declared within seven weeks after the last examination date, although the specific declaration date is not announced in the document.
FAQs
1. When will NIOS Class 10 and 12 theory exams start in 2026?
The October 2026 theory examinations are scheduled to start from 22nd October 2026.
2. When was the NIOS October 2026 date sheet notification released?
Notification 63/2026 is dated October 8, 2026.
3. What time theory exams of NIOS will start?
Most of the papers will start at 2:30 in the afternoon but the time duration varies from one subject to another so cross-check the ending time of the paper from the date sheet before arriving at the exam center.
4. Where can I get the NIOS date sheet pdf?
Visit the official website of the National Institute of Open Schooling and search for the October 2026 theory examination date sheet.
5. When will declare the NIOS October 2026 results?
The notification says that results are likely to be announced within seven weeks of the declaration of the final examination. The exact result date has not been specified in the uploaded notice.
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