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NIOS Class 10, 12 Date Sheet 2026 covers practical exams from March 17 to April 1 and theory papers starting April 4 up to May 8 for the main session, available now on nios.ac.in.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) released this schedule to help over 5 lakh open learners plan ahead. Practicals happen first at study centers, followed by theory at designated exam venues. October session follows in late 2026.

NIOS 2026 Exam Overview

Here's the key schedule at a glance:

Session	Class	Practical Dates	Theory Dates	Status
April-May 2026	Class 10 & 12	March 17 - April 1	April 4 - May 8	Released

Exams run daily from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, with gaps between subjects.

How to Download NIOS Date Sheet 2026 PDF

Downloading takes under a minute. Head to the official site and follow these steps:

Open nios.ac.in.
Click "Notifications" or "Examinations & Results."
Select "Public Examinations Date Sheet 2026."
Open the PDF for Class 10/12 theory or practicals.
Download and print for easy reference.

Quick PDF Link: NIOS Theory Date Sheet PDF. Always verify against nios.ac.in for updates.

NIOS Practical Exam Schedule 2026

Practicals test hands-on skills and are held first.

Class 10 Practical Dates

Date Range	Subjects
March 17 – March 20, 2026	Science & Technology (212), Home Science (216), Carnatic Sangeet (243), Folk Art (244).
March 21 – March 24, 2026	Painting (225), Maths (211), Hindustani Music (242), Data Entry Operations (229), Natyakala (285).
March 25 – March 28, 2026	Hair Care and Styling (641), Hand & Foot Care (642), Bakery & Confectionery (256), Basic Computing (608), DTP (613), Yoga (614), Indian Sign Language (230).
March 29 – April 1, 2026	Cutting & Tailoring (605), Dress Making (606), Beauty Culture (612), Indian Embroidery (628), Beauty Therapy (640)

Class 12 Practical Dates

Date Range	Subjects
March 17-20, 2026	Home Science (321), Biology (314), Geography (316), Painting (332)
Later March	Computer Science (330), Mass Communication (335)

Arrive at your assigned study center with admit cards.

Theory Exam Key Dates

Theory exams span four weeks with subject-wise slots. Class 12 first session: April 4 to May 8. Examples from April session Block 1:

April 1: Data Entry Operations (336)
April 5: Mass Communication (335)

Full details in the official PDF. No eligibility changes; open to registered Secondary/Sr. Secondary learners.

Official Links & Resources

Main Site: nios.ac.in for all updates
Student Portal: sdmis.nios.ac.in for admit cards, fees
Helpline: Check site for regional centers.

NIOS Class 10, 12 Date Sheet 2026 - FAQs

Q1. When does NIOS Class 10 exam 2026 start?

Practicals from March 17; theory likely April alongside Class 12.

Q2. Where can I get the NIOS Date Sheet 2026 PDF?

Directly from nios.ac.in Notifications section or linked PDFs.

Q3. What are the NIOS practical exam dates for 2026?

March 17 to April 1 for Class 10 and 12 at study centers.

Q4. When is the NIOS October 2026 session?

Theory from October 3 to November 8; practicals mid-September.

Q5. How to check NIOS admit card 2026?

Via sdmis.nios.ac.in post-date sheet, using enrollment number.

NIOS Class 10, 12 Date Sheet 2026 PDF Download at nios.ac.in