Admission
NIOS, a Government of India initiative, offers 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
- Last Class Passed certificate from NIOS / CBSE / ICSE / State Board / any other recognized board
- Even learners with no formal schooling can apply with self-certificate
- Minimum age: 14 years
- No upper age limit
Medium of Instruction
To be selected at the time of admission.
Mode of Study
NIOS follows an Open & Distance Learning (ODL) model, which includes:
Self Learning Material
Printed Self Learning Material (SLM)
Academic Support
Academic support via NIOS Study Centres (AIs)
Material Delivery
Study material delivered by post to the registered address of learner.
Admission Cycles
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:
NIOS Admission Portal
Apply directly through sdmis.nios.ac.in
NIOS Study Centre
Accredited Institution (AI)
Facilitation Centre
Visit a nearby facilitation centre
Common Service Centre
Apply through a nearby CSC
Documents Required
- Class VIII marksheet/certificate
- A self-certificate, in case of no prior formal schooling
- Date of Birth proof
- Valid ID proof
- Photograph & signature
- Address proof
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Subject Selection
- Learners may choose subjects from the list offered by NIOS as per the Scheme of Studies.
- Subjects should be chosen carefully, keeping in view future academic and career plans.
- Learners must select a minimum of 5 subjects as prescribed by NIOS.
Option to choose up to 1-2 additional subjects is available, either at the time of admission or during the course, as per NIOS norms.