The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released hall tickets for its October-November 2026 Public Examination covering Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) candidates. All enrolled students can now download their admit cards online from the official NIOS portal at sdmis.nios.ac.in. The hall ticket is a mandatory document required for entry into the examination centre and must be printed and carried on the examination day.
Overview
NIOS operates as India's premier national open schooling system, providing flexible and inclusive education to students across the country. The National Institute conducts public examinations twice yearly, enabling distance learners and open school students to complete their Secondary and Senior Secondary certification. The October-November 2026 session encompasses theory papers for both Class 10 and Class 12 candidates, scheduled across a seven-week window from late October through early December 2026.
Hall tickets serve as the official admission certificate for candidates and contain essential examination details including candidate roll number, name, enrollment details, examination centre information, and subject-wise paper schedule. Every candidate must possess a valid, printed hall ticket to access the examination hall. The online download system allows candidates to retrieve and print their admit cards conveniently from home, reducing logistical challenges and ensuring accessibility across India's vast geography.
Candidates enrolled with NIOS for either Secondary or Senior Secondary level are eligible to download their respective hall tickets. The portal operates with secure login credentials, ensuring that only registered candidates can access their personal examination documents. This year's examination structure includes multiple subjects across various disciplines, accommodating diverse academic streams and vocational interests.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date Sheet Released | Around October 8–9, 2026 |
| Theory Exams Begin | October 22, 2026 |
| Theory Exams End | December 7, 2026 |
The date sheet was released in early October 2026, providing candidates with adequate time to plan their preparation and download their hall tickets before the first examination date. The entire examination cycle spans six weeks and one day, with papers distributed across multiple dates to accommodate the volume of candidates and the breadth of subjects offered.
Examination Schedule – Class 10 (Secondary)
| Date | Subject(s) |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2026 | Mathematics |
| November 6, 2026 | Science |
| November 12, 2026 | English |
| November 17, 2026 | Business Studies |
| November 18, 2026 | Hindi |
| November 20, 2026 | Economics, Natyakala |
| November 21, 2026 | Social Science |
| November 25, 2026 | Indian Culture and Heritage |
| November 26, 2026 | Urdu |
| December 7, 2026 | Sanskrit Sahitya |
Class 10 (Secondary) candidates will sit for papers starting with core subjects like Mathematics and Science, followed by languages and humanities subjects. The staggered schedule allows candidates taking multiple subjects adequate rest between examinations and time for last-minute revision.
Examination Schedule – Class 12 (Senior Secondary)
| Date | Subject(s) |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2026 | Biology, Accountancy, Introduction to Law |
| November 6, 2026 | Business Studies |
| November 12, 2026 | Computer Science, Sociology, Tourism, Physical Education |
| November 17, 2026 | Chemistry, Political Science, Mass Communication, Military Studies |
| November 20, 2026 | Sanskrit |
| November 21, 2026 | Economics |
| November 25, 2026 | Home Science |
| November 28, 2026 | Psychology, Indian Sign Language |
| December 5, 2026 | Sanskrit Sahitya, Gender Studies |
Senior Secondary (Class 12) examination schedule includes diverse subject combinations spanning Science, Commerce, Humanities, and Vocational streams. Papers are scheduled to accommodate multiple subject streams and reduce examination hall congestion.
Eligibility
All candidates who are formally registered with NIOS for the Secondary (Class 10) or Senior Secondary (Class 12) level and have completed online registration and paid the prescribed examination fee are eligible to download their hall tickets. Enrollment must be current and confirmed in the NIOS database to generate an admit card. Candidates should verify their enrollment details and registration status on the official NIOS portal before attempting to download the hall ticket. See the official notification for complete eligibility criteria and comprehensive registration requirements.
How to Download Hall Ticket
- Open your web browser and navigate to the official NIOS portal at sdmis.nios.ac.in
- Enter your enrollment number in the designated login field
- Input your password and click the Login button
- Once logged in, locate the