The National Institute of Open Schooling has officially announced the NIOS practical date sheet for October 2025 exam.
The exam date sheet will be helpful for those learners who are appearing for secondary and senior secondary courses in 2025.
In this post you will get overview of the NIOS practical date sheet for October 2025, including essential dates, subjects, and preparation tips for students.
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About NIOS practical date sheet October 2025
The practical exams are scheduled to commence from 12th September to 27th September 2025. The practical exam is conducted in your respective study centre.
The official website mentioned the dates for the first practical as 12th September to 15th September 2025. However, you need to visit your study center to get the exact exam date.
| Dates | Senior Secondary | Secondary |
| 12th September to 15th September 2025 | Home science (321) Biology (314) Geography (316) Painting (332) Computer science (330) Mass communication (335) Early childhood care and education (376) | Science & Technology (212) Home Science (216) Carnatic Sangeet (243) Folk Art (244) |
| 16th September to 19th September 2025 | Chemistry (313) Physics (312) Environmental science (333) Physical education and yog (373) Data entry operations (336) Library and information science (339) Natyakala (385) | Painting (225) Maths (211) Hindustani Music (242) Data Entry Operations (229) Natyakala (285) |
| 20th September to 23rd September 2025 | Computer and Office Applications (631) Data Entry Operations (632) Web Development (660) IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software (651) CRM Domestic Voice ( 661) Computer Hardware Assembly & Maint (663) Yog Assistant (667) | Hair Care and Styling (641) Hand & Foot Care (642) Bakery & Confectionary (256) Certificate in Basic Computing (608) Certificate in Desk Top Publishing (CDTP)(613) Certificate in Yog (614) Indian Sign Language (230) |
| 24th September to 27th September 2025 | House Keeping (356) Catering Management (357) Food Processing (358) Hotel Front Office Operations (360) Preservation of Fruits & Vegetables (363) Web Designing & Development (622) | Cutting & Tailoring (605) Dress Making (606) Beauty Culture & Hair Care (612) Certificate in Indian Embroidery (628) Beauty Therapy (640) |
Hall ticket
The official website has not yet released the NIOS practical exam hall ticket. Once is it available, you can directly access admit card.
Documents required for Practical exams
- Student ID card: Ensure you have your student ID card with you
- Admit Card: Your hall ticket issued by board is mandatory.
- Identification Proof: A photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or any other valid ID.
- Pen and pencil: Pens and pencils for writing.
- Necessary Stationery: If your practical exam requires any specific tools or stationery, bring them along.
- Practical Files: If you need to submit any practical files, bring them.
- Notebook: Carry a notebook if you might need to take any notes.
- Special Materials: If any special materials are required for your exam, don’t forget to bring them.
Note- Prepare all your items in advance to avoid any issues on the exam day.
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