NIOS Releases Admit Cards for Class 10 and 12 Practical Exams 2026

NIOS Admit Cards Now Available

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the availability of admit cards for the practical examinations of Class 10 and Class 12 for the year 2026. Students who have registered and paid the necessary fees for the NIOS October/November 2026 examinations can now download their admit cards. These can be accessed online through the official NIOS website or via a direct link provided on this page.

Schedule for Practical Exams

**Practical Exam Schedule**

The practical exams for the NIOS October 2026 Secondary and Senior Secondary public examinations are set to take place from September 14, 2026, to September 29, 2026. These assessments will occur at designated Accredited Institutes (AI) or practical exam centers across the nation and for students studying abroad.

Steps to Download NIOS Admit Card 2026

**NIOS Admit Card 2026: How to Download**

To obtain the NIOS Admit Card 2026, students should follow these steps:

1. Visit the portal at sdmis.nios.ac.in.

2. On the homepage, locate the 'Exam and Result' section.

3. Click on 'Examination' and select 'Practical Hall Ticket October/November 2026'.

4. Enter your enrollment number and hit the 'Submit' button.

5. Your admit card will be displayed on the screen; download it and print a copy.

Important Exam Dates

**Practical Exam Dates**

As per the notification from the National Institute of Open Schooling, practical examinations will be conducted at all examination centers, both domestically and internationally. The specific dates for the practical exams will be included with the admit card. Candidates are encouraged to download this schedule along with their admit card for easy reference regarding the practical exam dates. For additional information about the examination, candidates can visit the official website.