The NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table 2026 – the NIOS Class 10 October public exam date sheet – was released by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) on 8 October 2026. Theory exams for the Secondary course are on 22 October – 7 December 2026, in the afternoon from 2:30 pm. This is NIOS’s regular second public exam of the year, not a compartment exam.
| NIOS Class 10 October ExamExams | 22 Oct – 7 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table 2026
The status, key dates and how to download the official date sheet.
Is NIOS Class 10 October Exam Time Table 2026 out?
Yes. NIOS Class 10 October Exam Time Table 2026 was released on 8 October 2026.
- Time Table 2026
- 8 October 2026
- Exams 2026
- 22 October – 7 December 2026
NIOS 10th October Exam 2026 – Key Dates
| Event | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time Table | 8 October 2026 |
| Practical Exams | 14 September – 29 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | 17 October 2026 |
| Exams | 22 October – 7 December 2026 |
| Result | Around late January 2027 (about 7 weeks after the last exam) |
NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table PDF
The official PDF lists every subject with its code, date and timing. Most papers start at 2:30 pm and end at 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm or 5:30 pm, depending on the subject. Some subjects have different dates at the Gangtok, Dehradun and Prayagraj regional centres, so check your centre in the PDF.
| Document | Download |
|---|---|
| NIOS Notification 63/2026 with the October 2026 date sheet (official PDF) | View PDF |
How to Download the NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table
- Go to sdmis.nios.ac.in.
- Open the date sheet section for the October 2026 public exam.
- Find your subject code and its date.
- Download it and keep a copy.
Exam Day Tips
- Reach the centre at least 30 minutes early.
- Carry your admit card and a pen; phones and electronic devices are not allowed.
- Read the question paper fully before you start writing.
- Keep the last 10 minutes to check your answers.
NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table – Overview
| Board | National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) |
| Exam | Secondary Course Public Examination, October 2026 |
| Exam dates | 22 October – 7 December 2026 |
| Result | Expected around late January 2027 (about 7 weeks after the last exam) |
| Official website | sdmis.nios.ac.in |
NIOS 10th October Exam Time Table – FAQs
When is the NIOS 10th October Exam 2026?
On 22 October – 7 December 2026. Papers start at 2:30 pm.
Is the October exam a supplementary exam?
No. NIOS holds two regular public exams a year, in April–May and in October–November.
When will the NIOS 10th October Exam result come?
It is expected around late January 2027 (about 7 weeks after the last exam). The date sheet says the result is likely about 7 weeks after the last exam.