NIOS Class 10, 12 Datesheet 2026 Out: Theory Exams from April 10 to May 6

Published: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:45 [IST]

The National Institute of Open Schooling has officially released the NIOS Class 10 and Class 12 Datesheet 2026 for the April session. Students enrolled in Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) courses can now check the complete exam schedule on the official website.

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NIOS Class 10, 12 Datesheet 2026 Released: Theory Exams from April 10

As per the official notification, the theory exams will begin from April 10, 2026, and will continue till May 6, 2026 at designated exam centres across India.

NIOS Datesheet 2026: Key Highlights

Event	Details
Board Name	National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
Classes	Class 10 (Secondary) & Class 12 (Senior Secondary)
Theory Exam Start Date	April 10, 2026
Last Exam Date	May 6, 2026
Practical Exam Dates	March 17 to April 1, 2026
Mode of Exam	Offline (Pen and Paper)
Exam Shift	Afternoon (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM)

NIOS Theory Exam Schedule 2026

The theory examinations will be conducted in a single shift, mostly in the afternoon session:

Timing: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (varies by subject)
Exams begin on April 10, 2026
Continue till May 6, 2026

The datesheet includes a wide range of subjects for both Class 10 and Class 12 students. Candidates are advised to carefully check their subject-wise exam dates on the official portal.

NIOS Practical Exams 2026

Before the theory exams, practical exams are being conducted:

Start Date: March 17, 2026
End Date: April 1, 2026
Conducted at designated centres

Students must complete their practical exams before appearing for theory papers.

How to Check NIOS Datesheet 2026

Follow these steps to access the schedule:

1. Visit the official NIOS website

2. Navigate to the Examination/Latest Notification section

3. Click on NIOS April 2026 Datesheet

4. Download the PDF file

5. Check subject-wise exam dates and timings

Direct link to download NIOS April 2026 Datesheet

Important Instructions for Students

Carefully note your exam dates and timings
Reach the exam centre well before reporting time
Carry admit card and required documents
Follow all exam-day guidelines issued by the National Institute of Open Schooling

Preparation Tips for NIOS Exams 2026

Revise important topics and concepts
Practice previous year question papers
Focus on time management during exams
Balance preparation for both practical and theory exams

Conclusion

The release of the NIOS Class 10 and 12 Datesheet 2026 provides clarity for students preparing for the April session exams. With theory exams scheduled from April 10 to May 6, 2026, candidates should finalize their study plans and focus on revision. Proper preparation and adherence to the schedule will help students perform confidently in their exams.