New Delhi: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will begin its October 2026 public exams for Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) on October 22, 2026. Theory papers run till December 7, 2026, and every paper starts at 2:30 pm. Learners should download their theory hall ticket from sdmis.nios.ac.in now, using their 12-digit enrolment number, and check their subject-wise dates on it.
NIOS released the theory date sheet through Notification 63/2026 dated October 8. Practical exams for this session were already held from September 14 to 29. NIOS has said there will be no change in the exam dates.
NIOS October 2026 Exam: Highlights
- Theory exams: October 22 to December 7, 2026
- Class 12 last paper: December 5, 2026
- Exam time: starts at 2:30 pm; papers last two to three hours
- Reading time: 15 minutes before the exam begins
- Hall ticket: sdmis.nios.ac.in, with 12-digit enrolment number
- Result: likely about seven weeks after the last exam
NIOS October 2026 Exam Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Practical exams | September 14 to 29, 2026 |
| Theory date sheet notified | October 8, 2026 |
| Theory exams begin | October 22, 2026 |
| Last Class 12 theory paper | December 5, 2026 |
| Last Class 10 theory paper | December 7, 2026 |
| Result | Likely about 7 weeks after the last exam |
How to Download the NIOS Hall Ticket
- Go to sdmis.nios.ac.in and open the hall ticket page under the exams section.
- Enter your 12-digit enrolment number.
- Select “Hall Ticket for Theory Examination” as the hall ticket type.
- Click Submit. The Intimation-cum-Hall Ticket will open.
- Check your name, photo, subjects, dates and exam centre, then download and print it.
The hall ticket is generated only if you have paid the exam fee for the October 2026 exams and NIOS has your photograph. If it does not open, or any detail is wrong, contact your NIOS Regional Centre straight away. The NIOS toll-free number is 1800-180-9393.
NIOS Class 12 Date Sheet 2026: Main Subjects
| Date | Subject (code) |
|---|---|
| October 24 | Geography (316) |
| October 28 | English (302) |
| October 31 | Mathematics (311) |
| November 2 | Physics (312), History (315) |
| November 4 | Hindi (301) |
| November 5 | Biology (314), Accountancy (320) |
| November 6 | Business Studies (319) |
| November 12 | Computer Science (330), Sociology (331) |
| November 17 | Chemistry (313), Political Science (317) |
| November 21 | Economics (318) |
| November 25 | Home Science (321) |
| November 28 | Psychology (328) |
NIOS Class 10 Date Sheet 2026: Main Subjects
| Date | Subject (code) |
|---|---|
| October 23 | Accountancy (224) |
| October 31 | Home Science (216) |
| November 2 | Sanskrit (209) |
| November 4 | Psychology (222) |
| November 5 | Mathematics (211) |
| November 6 | Science (212) |
| November 12 | English (202) |
| November 17 | Business Studies (215) |
| November 18 | Hindi (201) |
| November 20 | Economics (214) |
| November 21 | Social Science (213) |
| November 25 | Indian Culture and Heritage (223) |
Class 10 Mathematics and Science papers are from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Most other main papers are from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Some papers have different dates at the Gangtok, Dehradun and Prayagraj regional centres, so learners there should check the full date sheet on sdmis.nios.ac.in.
What to Keep in Mind on Exam Day
- Carry a printed hall ticket. Entry is not allowed without it. Reports from earlier sessions say learners should also carry their NIOS identity card.
- Reach early. Papers start at 2:30 pm. Check the reporting time printed on your hall ticket and reach the centre well before it.
- Use the reading time. You get 15 minutes to read the question paper before writing begins.
- Leave gadgets at home. Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators and other electronic devices are not allowed in the exam hall.
- No extra fee. The exam fee already paid covers the theory exams. Nothing has to be paid at the centre.
NIOS October 2026 Result
NIOS says the result is likely to be declared about seven weeks after the last exam. With papers ending on December 7, that points to late January 2027, though NIOS has not given an exact date. The result will be posted on sdmis.nios.ac.in. Marksheets and migration certificates will reach students through their study centres (AIs).
NIOS October 2026 Exam FAQs
When do the NIOS October 2026 exams start?
NIOS theory exams for Class 10 and Class 12 start on October 22, 2026. The last Class 12 paper is on December 5 and the last Class 10 paper is on December 7.
How can I download the NIOS hall ticket for October 2026?
Go to sdmis.nios.ac.in, open the hall ticket page, enter your 12-digit enrolment number, select the theory hall ticket and click Submit. Then download and print it.
What is the timing of NIOS October 2026 exams?
All theory papers start at 2:30 pm. Most papers end at 5:30 pm, while some end at 4:30 pm or 5:00 pm. Learners get 15 minutes extra to read the question paper.
Why is my NIOS hall ticket not downloading?
The hall ticket is generated only if you have paid the October 2026 exam fee and NIOS has your photograph. If it still does not open, contact your NIOS Regional Centre.
When will the NIOS October 2026 result be declared?
NIOS says the result is likely about seven weeks after the last exam, which points to late January 2027. No exact date has been announced.
Dates and timings are as given in the NIOS date sheet for the October 2026 exams. Learners should confirm their own schedule on the hall ticket and on the official website, nios.ac.in.
