NIOS April-May 2026 Exam Registration Opens for Class 10 & 12 at sdmis.nios.ac.in; Apply by 20 Dec

The National Institute of Open Schooling has begun the registration process for the April-May 2026 examinations for Class 10 and Class 12. The application link is now available on the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.

Students enrolled in Stream I, Block I for the March/April 2026 exam, along with eligible learners from examinations held before the September/October 2025 public exam, can submit their forms until 20 December 2025. This is the last date to apply without a late fee.

Those who miss this deadline will still be able to register, but with an additional charge. Applications with a late fee of Rs 150 per subject will be accepted from 21 to 31 December 2025. A consolidated late fee of Rs 1600 per student will be charged for applications submitted between 1 and 10 January 2026.

Examination Fee

The examination fee is Rs 300 per subject. For subjects with a practical component, an extra Rs 150 per subject will apply.

Important Requirement for Class 12 Students

Students appearing for the Senior Secondary (Class 12) examination must have a compulsory gap of two years from the year and session in which they passed the Secondary (Class 10) examination. If this two-year gap is not completed, the learner can register for a maximum of four subjects for the April-May 2026 exam, including subjects already passed.

How to Register for the NIOS April-May 2026 Exam

1. Visit the official website: sdmis.nios.ac.in
2. Click on the “NIOS April-May Exam 2026 Registration” link on the homepage.
3. Enter the required registration details on the new page.
4. Fill in the application form after completing the registration.
5. Pay the examination fee.
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
7. Keep a printed copy for future reference.

Candidates are advised to check the NIOS website for any updates and detailed instructions before submitting the form.