NIOS April 2026 datesheet: Theory exams from April 10 to May 6 , 2026
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) released the NIOS April 2026 datesheet for Class 10 and Class 12 theory exams. Theory examinations will be held from April 10, 2026 to May 6, 2026 , as per the official notification.
Practical exams began on March 17, 2026 and ran until April 1, 2026 . Practical examinations were underway at the time this article was published (timestamped 06:26 IST on March 26, 2026 ).
Key dates in the NIOS April 2026 datesheet
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Practical exams start | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Practical exams end | Apr 01, 2026 |
| Theory exams start | Apr 10, 2026 |
| Theory exams end | May 06, 2026 |
| Result expected | Within 7 weeks after May 06, 2026 |
Hall ticket, reading time and where to download
Your Intimation-cum-Hall Ticket is available on the official NIOS portal: sdmis.nios.ac.in . Download and print it before the exam day. Bring the hall ticket and valid ID to the centre as instructed.
Candidates will be given 15 minutes to read the question paper before the scheduled start time. Follow the exam instructions printed on the hall ticket and those announced at the centre.
State-specific date changes and rules
Some states have altered dates for a few papers because of assembly elections, competitive exams or state holidays. Check the date sheet carefully for entries marked with state-specific notes. According to the official notice, there will be no change in the examination dates once published.
Examination fees paid by eligible candidates entitle them to appear in the theory exams without extra payment at the centre, provided other eligibility conditions are met.
Results, mark-sheets and certificates
The result is likely to be declared within seven weeks after the last theory exam on May 6, 2026 . Mark-sheet-cum-Certificate and Migration-cum-Transfer Certificate will be issued to successful candidates through their respective AIs. If an AI has been cancelled, the concerned Regional Centre will post these documents to the residential address available with NIOS.
What this does not cover
The published datesheet does not list subject-wise timings here, fee breakups, or centre-wise reporting instructions. Check the official notification on sdmis.nios.ac.in for full subject-wise schedules and other guidelines.
FAQs
Q: When do the NIOS April 2026 theory exams start? A: April 10, 2026 .
Q: When were the practical exams held? A: March 17 to April 1, 2026 .
Q: Where can I download the Intimation-cum-Hall Ticket? A: From sdmis.nios.ac.in .
Q: How much reading time is allowed before the exam? A: 15 minutes .
Q: When will results be declared? A: Likely within 7 weeks after May 6, 2026 .
Q: Will exam dates change after publication? A: No. The official notice states there will be no change in dates.
Q: How will mark-sheets and migration certificates be issued? A: These are issued through respective AIs or posted by the Regional Centre if an AI is cancelled.
Q: Do I need to pay extra at the exam centre? A: No. Examination fees paid entitle eligible candidates to appear without extra payment.