The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has activated the hall ticket download link on its official student portal for candidates registered for the Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) public examinations. Only students who have paid the applicable exam fee and whose photograph is on file with NIOS will be able to generate their hall ticket. Students whose admit card does not generate due to a missing or incorrect photo are advised to contact their nearest NIOS Regional Centre.
Direct Link to Download NIOS Class 10 and 12 Admit Card 2026
NIOS Hall Ticket 2026 - Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) |
| Document | NIOS Hall Ticket / Admit Card 2026 |
| Classes Covered | Class 10 (Secondary) and Class 12 (Senior Secondary) |
| Official Website | sdmis.nios.ac.in |
| Mode of Download | Online, through the NIOS student portal |
How to Download NIOS Hall Ticket 2026 - Step-by-Step
- Visit the official website - go to sdmis.nios.ac.in on a browser.
- Find the hall ticket section - look for the "Hall Ticket" or "Admit Card" link on the homepage under the examination section.
- Enter your enrollment number - type in your 12-digit NIOS enrollment/registration number in the field provided.
- Select the hall ticket type - choose the correct option (for example, Theory or Practical) as applicable to the exam you are appearing for.
- Submit and view - click "Submit" to view your hall ticket on screen.
- Check every detail carefully - verify your name, photo, exam centre, and subject-wise schedule before closing the page.
- Download and print - save the PDF and take a clear printout to carry to the exam centre.
What to Check on Your Hall Ticket Immediately After Downloading
- Your full name and photograph are correct and clearly visible.
- Your enrollment number and roll number match your NIOS records.
- The exam centre name, code, and address are correctly mentioned.
- Every subject you are registered for is listed, with the correct date and time slot.
What to Do If There's a Problem
If your hall ticket does not generate, or if it generates with incorrect details, do not wait until exam day to raise the issue.
- Hall ticket not generating (photo missing): Contact your nearest NIOS Regional Centre as soon as possible so your photograph can be verified or updated.
- Incorrect name, photo, or centre details: Report the discrepancy to your NIOS Regional Centre or Study Centre immediately for correction, well before the exam date.
- Fee payment not reflecting: Keep your fee payment receipt/ transaction reference handy and raise the issue with your Regional Centre.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
- Carrying a printed hall ticket to the examination centre is mandatory; entry may be denied without it.
- Reach the exam centre well ahead of the reporting time mentioned on your hall ticket.
- Carry a valid photo ID along with the hall ticket for verification.
- Follow all subject-wise timing and centre instructions exactly as printed on your individual hall ticket, since these can differ by subject and stream.