NIOS Date Sheet 2026 for Class 10 and Class 12 April session has been officially released.The theory examinations are scheduled to begin from 10 April 2026 and will continue through April and May in afternoon shifts.
NIOS April 2026 Exam Schedule Overview
The National Institute of Open Schooling has published the detailed timetable for both Secondary and Senior Secondary courses. Students are advised to carefully check subject-wise dates.
- Theory exam start date: 10 April 2026
- Exam mode: Offline (pen and paper)
- Exam shift: Afternoon session
- Exam duration: April to May 2026
NIOS Class 12 Date Sheet 2026 (Subject-Wise)
Below is the key subject-wise schedule for Class 12 theory exams. The complete schedule includes additional vocational subjects in the official PDF. Students should note that exams are spread across multiple dates depending on subject combinations.
- 06 April 2026: Hindustani Sangeet
- 10 April 2026: Sanskrit
- 11 April 2026: Data Entry Operations (Theory)
- 12 April 2026: Science and Technology
- 13 April 2026: Painting, Sanskrit Vyakaran
- 17 April 2026: Social Science
- 18 April 2026: English
- 19 April 2026: Psychology, Sanskrit Sahitya
- 20 April 2026: Accountancy
- 24 April 2026: Urdu
- 25 April 2026: Indian Culture and Heritage
- 26 April 2026: Mathematics
NIOS Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 Details
The Class 10 (Secondary) exam schedule follows a similar pattern, with exams conducted across April–May 2026. Students appearing for Class 10 exams must check the official PDF for exact subject-wise dates, as multiple language and vocational subjects are included.
- Exams conducted between April–May 2026
- Includes core subjects like Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, Hindi
- Additional vocational and skill-based subjects scheduled separately
NIOS Practical Exam Dates 2026
Before the theory exams, NIOS conducted practical examinations for eligible subjects. These are compulsory for final evaluation.
- Practical exam dates: 17 March 2026 to 01 April 2026
The practical exams were held in phases for different subjects including Science, Computer Science, Geography, and vocational courses.
Steps to Download NIOS Date Sheet 2026 PDF
Students can follow the steps below to download the official timetable. It is recommended to keep a printed copy for exam reference.
- Visit the official website: nios.ac.in
- Go to the Examination/Public Exam section
- Click on NIOS Date Sheet April 2026
- Select Class 10 or Class 12
- Download the PDF and save it
The NIOS Date Sheet 2026 provides clarity on exam planning, helping students organise their preparation effectively ahead of the April session.