What is the passing marks for NIOS 10th exam?
Students should score 33% of the total marks for passing the NIOS Class 10 exam. For 10th and 12th, you need to score a minimum of 33% in the aggregate in the practical and theory exams.
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The passing marks for the NIOS 10th exam are the same as NIOS 12th exams:
- A minimum of 33% marks in the aggregate (Theory + Practicals where applicable) for all subjects combined.
- A minimum of 33% marks separately in both theory and practical parts of a subject that has both components.
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More than 1 Lacs students appear for NIOS 12th exam 2026. 1,47,813 students appeared for NIOS 12th exam in Oct 2025.
NIOS board does not sent any individual notification regarding the declaration of the NIOS 12th result. Students need to keep a track of the same online. Once announced, the NIOS 12th results can be checked by logging with the required credentials.
NIOS allows students to attempt NIOS 12th board exam twice in a year. NIOS board exams are held in April/May and Oct/Nov.
NIOS Board will distribute the NIOS 12th mark list after the results. Students have to collect their NIOS 12th marklist from their respective regional centre. They can start applying degree courses after NIOS 12th result 2026.
After downloading NIOS 12th result, students should check the details carefully. In case of error, they should inform the board.
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