NIOS OPEN SCHOOL ADMISSION FOR 10th CLASS (SECONDARY)
If you didn’t succeed in 8th or 9th grade and don’t want to repeat the year, direct admission to 10th grade with NIOS Open School is a viable option. You won’t have to return to regular school, and you can save time with a curriculum that’s more manageable. NIOS holds the same value as CBSE.
At NIOS, you have the flexibility to choose subjects that interest you, without the constraints of traditional schooling. There’s no upper age limit for admission, but candidates must be at least 14 years old.
This program is equivalent to the 10th grade (Secondary standard). You can select subjects from the provided Scheme of Studies, ensuring you complete a minimum of five subjects, including at least one language. Additionally, you must complete three main subjects, including vocational subjects from groups B & C, to pass certification.
With NIOS, you have the opportunity to tailor your education to your interests and goals while achieving the same academic standard as traditional schooling.
| Groups | Subjects |
| A | 1. English 2. Hindi 3. Urdu 4. Bengali 5. Telugu 6. Gujarati 7. Kannada 8. Punjabi 9. Nepali 10. Assamese 11. Marathi 12. Sanskrit 13. Malayalam 14. Odia 15. Arabic 16. Persian 17. Tamil. |
| B | 1. Mathematics 2. Science and Technology 3. Social Science 4. Economics 5. Business Studies 6. Home Science 7. Data Entry Operations 8. Psychology 9. Indian Culture and Heritage 10. Accountancy 11. Painting 12. Data Entry Operations.13. Hindustani Music |
| C | Vocational Subject (Select Anyone compulsory)
256-Bakery and Confectionery |
Required Documents for Nios Open School Admission in 10th Class (Secondary):
- 8th or 9th Class Pass School leaving certificate should be signed by the principal & Gazette officer the competent education authority
- Address Proof (Aadhar Card)/ Rent Agreement (if rented)
- Cast certificate (if belongs to OBC, SC, ST category)
- Certificate from a Government Hospital for a handicapped person
- Original failure/compartment Marksheet of class 10th for TOC (Transfer of credit)
- Two Latest Coloured Photographs (Passport Size)
Subjects with (*) have theory as well as practical works.
Related Links
- Tutor Marked Assignments (TMA)
- Question Paper of Previous Examination
- Syllabus & Sample Paper (Secondary)
