NIOS Exam Dates 2025: Here’s the Complete Time Table for Class 10 and 12

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released the examination schedule for Secondary (Class X) and Senior Secondary (Class XII) learners for the 2025 public exam sessions. The timetable includes practical examinations already scheduled in September and the main theory exams set for mid-October to mid-November — allowing learners and study centres to finalise preparation plans well in advance.

Key dates at a glance

Practical examinations (Secondary & Senior Secondary):

September 12 to September 27, 2025. These practicals are being conducted at designated exam centres and by allocated examiners as per NIOS guidelines.

Theory (public) examinations for Class 10 and Class 12:

October 14, 2025 to November 18, 2025. The full theory date sheet and subject-wise schedule have been published by NIOS   

Students are strongly advised to download the official PDF copy to verify their exact subjects and codes.

NIOS Admit Card 2025 – Details & Download Steps

The NIOS admit card 2025 is a mandatory document for entry into the exam hall. Without it, no student will be allowed to appear for either the practical or theory exam.

How to download NIOS Exam Admit Card 2025:

1. Visit the official website – nios.ac.in or the SDMIS learner portal.

2. Go to the “Examination/Admit Card” section.

3. Enter your Enrollment Number and select your exam (Secondary or Senior Secondary).

4. Click on Download Admit Card and save the PDF.

5. Take a printout and keep multiple copies for safety.

Details mentioned on the NIOS admit card:

• Student’s name and enrollment number
• Exam centre name and code
• Subject codes with exam dates
• Exam session (timing)
• Important instructions for candidates

Students must carefully check all details on the hall ticket. In case of any discrepancy, they should immediately contact their study centre or NIOS regional office.

Where to check for updates

NIOS posts all authoritative notifications, corrigenda and admit-card links on its official website and SDMIS portal — always rely on these official sources rather than third-party reposts for last-minute changes. News outlets have reported the dates following the official release, but the NIOS PDF/notice remains the final authority.

NIOS learners should download the official date sheet now, mark their personal calendars, and confirm centre details as soon as admit cards are released. For quick access, go to the NIOS notifications section on nios.ac.in and the SDMIS learner portal to fetch the printable date sheet and exam instructions.

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Ambika Krishnamurthy

Ambika Krishnamurthy is an education news writer dedicated to covering academic updates, exam alerts, policy changes, and student-centric stories. With a focus on clarity and reliability, she aims to keep readers informed about the latest developments in the education sector, helping students and educators stay ahead in their academic journeys.