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NIOS admission 2026-27 deadline at a glance
NIOS Stream 1 Block 2 registration for the 2026-27 admission cycle is open for Secondary and Senior Secondary learners. The normal-fee window runs from 16 September 2026 through 31 January 2027. Learners admitted through this block are scheduled for the October-November 2027 public examination cycle.
| Admission window | Additional charge | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 2026 to 31 Jan 2027 | No late fee | Standard Block 2 registration window |
| 1 Feb to 15 Feb 2027 | Rs 260 late fee | First late-registration window |
| 16 Feb to 28 Feb 2027 | Rs 520 late fee | Second late-registration window |
| 1 Mar to 15 Mar 2027 | Rs 910 late fee | Final listed late-registration window |
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Who can apply for NIOS Class 10 or Class 12?
NIOS calls Class 10 the Secondary course and Class 12 the Senior Secondary course. The eligibility rules are different, so applicants should select the course only after checking age and previous-qualification requirements.
| Course | Minimum age | Previous qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary (Class 10) | 14 years | Class 8 pass certificate or the permitted self-certificate route |
| Senior Secondary (Class 12) | 15 years | Secondary/Class 10 passed from a recognised board |
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NIOS admission fees for Class 10 and Class 12
The official Stream 1 fee table lists different five-subject admission fees for male learners in the general category, female learners and eligible concession categories. The amounts below exclude any applicable late fee and include the course components described by NIOS.
| Course | General male | Female | SC/ST, ex-servicemen or eligible disabled learners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary (Class 10) | Rs 2,340 | Rs 1,890 | Rs 1,560 |
| Senior Secondary (Class 12) | Rs 2,600 | Rs 2,150 | Rs 1,690 |
- Online application form charge: Rs 70 in addition to the admission fee
- Additional subject charge: Rs 940 per subject
- Transfer of Credit charge: Rs 230 per subject where applicable
- A valid category certificate is required to claim a concession
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NIOS examination fees are paid separately
NIOS admission fees do not automatically cover a future public examination. Eligible learners must register for the examination and pay the examination fee during a separately notified window. The current official rate schedule lists Rs 300 per subject for a public examination and an additional Rs 150 for each subject with a practical component.
- Admission payment creates or continues the learner's admission record.
- Examination payment is made later for the subjects the learner is eligible to appear in.
- NIOS publishes a separate examination-fee schedule, including any late-fee dates.
- As of 24 October 2026, the October-November 2027 examination-fee window has not been published.
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Documents to prepare before registration
Prepare clear scans before opening the NIOS form. Missing, unreadable or inconsistent documents can delay verification or lead to rejection, and NIOS warns that false or incomplete information can result in cancellation.
- Recent photograph and scanned signature
- Valid identity and residential-address documents
- Accepted proof of date of birth for Secondary admission
- Class 10 certificate or marksheet for Senior Secondary admission
- Category certificate when applying for a fee concession
- Previous NIOS enrolment details or Transfer of Credit documents where applicable
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How to complete the NIOS online admission form
NIOS academic admission is online. Applicants can complete the form directly or seek authorised assistance through an NIOS study centre, Regional Centre or a Common Services Centre.
- Open the official SDMIS registration portal and confirm Stream 1 Block 2 - 2026.
- Choose the state or Union Territory and select Secondary or Senior Secondary.
- Enter identity, personal, communication and previous-qualification details.
- Select subjects only after checking future study or entrance-exam requirements.
- Upload readable documents in the file formats and sizes requested by the portal.
- Review every field, pay through the official gateway and save the acknowledgement.
- Track the application on the official portal and respond to any correction request.
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Plan subject support after admission
After admission is confirmed, make a subject-by-subject study plan around the official syllabus, study material, Tutor Marked Assignments, practical work and the examination notification. A tutor can help with learning and preparation, but cannot replace official NIOS registration or assessment requirements.
- Download the current syllabus and official study material for every selected subject.
- Record assignment, practical and examination milestones in one calendar.
- Identify subjects where the learner needs explanation, practice or accountability.
- When requesting a tutor, state the NIOS level, subject, target exam session and preferred teaching mode.
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Official sources and update note
This guide was checked on 24 October 2026 against the NIOS Stream 1 Block 2 registration portal, the official NIOS fee page, the 2026-27 Academic Prospectus listing, NIOS admission FAQs and official examination-fee notifications. Dates and fees can change through a later NIOS notice, so verify the live portal before applying or paying.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for NIOS admission 2026-27?+
For Stream 1 Block 2, the normal-fee admission deadline is 31 January 2027. NIOS lists late-fee windows from 1 February through 15 March 2027. Other streams and programmes follow separate notifications.
Can I apply after 31 January 2027?+
NIOS lists Block 2 late-registration windows through 15 March 2027 with additional charges of Rs 260, Rs 520 or Rs 910 depending on the application date. Confirm that the window is active on the official portal before paying.
Is 31 January 2027 the deadline for both Class 10 and Class 12?+
It is the normal-fee Stream 1 Block 2 deadline for both the Secondary and Senior Secondary academic courses. Their age, qualification, document and fee requirements are different.
What are the NIOS Class 10 and Class 12 admission fees?+
For five subjects without a late fee, NIOS lists Secondary fees of Rs 2,340 for general male learners, Rs 1,890 for female learners and Rs 1,560 for eligible concession categories. Senior Secondary fees are Rs 2,600, Rs 2,150 and Rs 1,690 respectively. The online application charge and any additional subject or Transfer of Credit fee are extra.
Is the NIOS examination fee included in the admission fee?+
No. Public examination fees are paid separately during a later examination-registration window. NIOS currently lists Rs 300 per public-exam subject plus Rs 150 for a subject with a practical component, subject to the applicable notification.
Where should I submit the NIOS admission form?+
Submit it through the official NIOS SDMIS portal. NIOS also allows applicants to seek help through an authorised study centre, Regional Centre or Common Services Centre. TS Aspirants does not accept NIOS admission forms or payments.
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