Admission - Senior Secondary (Class XII)

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Admission

NIOS, a government of India initiative, offers a flexible and learner-centric open schooling. NIOS certificates are equivalent to CBSE, CISCE (ICSE) & State Boards and are aligned with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) by NCERT.


Eligibility

  • Passed Class X from NIOS/CBSE/ICSE/State Board/any other recognized board
  • Minimum age: 15 years
  • No upper age limit

Medium of Instruction

Hindi | English | Urdu | Bengali | Gujarati | Sanskrit | Odia
(To be selected at the time of admission)


Mode of Study

NIOS follows an Open & Distance Learning (ODL) model, which includes:

  • Printed Self Learning Material (SLM)
  • Academic support via NIOS Study Centres (AIs)
  • Study material delivered by post to the registered address of learner.

Admission Cycles

  • Block I: March - April
  • Block II: September - October

(Late admissions are permitted with applicable late fees, as per NIOS norms.)


How to Apply

Admissions to NIOS are 100% online.

Apply through any of the following modes:

  • Directly via the NIOS Admission Portal: https://sdmis.nios.ac.in
  • By visiting a nearby:
    • NIOS Study Centre (Accredited Institution – AI)
    • Facilitation Centre
    • Common Service Centre (CSC)

Documents Required

  • Class 10 marksheet/certificate
  • Date of Birth proof
  • Valid ID proof
  • Photograph & signature
  • Address proof
  • Category certificate (if applicable)

Subject Selection

  • Choose a minimum of 5 subjects (including at least one language) as per the NIOS Scheme of Studies.
  • Choose the subjects in line with college/university eligibility requirements for their intended career courses.
  • Learners seeking greater flexibility may choose up to 7 subjects in total, including up to 2 additional subjects, as per NIOS norms.
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