When will the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application form be released?

NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application forms were available around September-October 2025. NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses January cycle applications are now over. No applications will be accepted after the NIELIT 2026 application form deadline. All proper and valid details had to be entered in the NIELIT 2026 application form for O/A/B/C courses.

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

You can find your assigned NIELIT exam centre on your NIELIT admit card. The NIELIT centre allotment is done basis the candidate's preference.

How many zones are there in the NIELIT Examination Centres?

NIELIT examination centres are classified into five zones, i.e., the North Zone, North-East Zone, East Zone, South Zone, and West Zone. NIELIT examination centres are categorised into Primary and Secondary centres. The exam will be organised at over 120 NIELIT centres across India. The examination will be organised at all the Primary centres. The exam centres are based on the number of candidates who are taking the exam. Also, it is to be remembered that if a candidate selects one of the secondary centres as the first choice in his/her application form, he/she will be allotted a primary centre as the second choice.

How many zones are there in the NIELIT Examination Centres?

NIELIT examination centres are classified into five zones, i.e., the North Zone, North-East Zone, East Zone, South Zone, and West Zone. NIELIT examination centres are categorised into Primary and Secondary centres. The exam will be organised at over 120 NIELIT centres across India. The examination will be organised at all the Primary centres. The exam centres are based on the number of candidates who are taking the exam. Also, it is to be remembered that if a candidate selects one of the secondary centres as the first choice in his/her application form, he/she will be allotted a primary centre as the second choice.

Name the NIELIT East Zone examination centres?

Check below the list of NIELIT East-Zone Exam centres: S.No. Exam Centre 1. NIELIT Kolkata 2. NIELIT Ranchi 3. NIELIT Bhubaneswar 4. NIELIT Patna Read More about NIELIT Exam Centres

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

You can find your assigned NIELIT exam centre on your NIELIT admit card. The NIELIT centre allotment is done basis the candidate's preference.

Can you provide the list of North-Zone NIELIT Exam Centres?

Check below the list of North-Zone NIELIT Exam centres. North Zone NIELIT Centre S.No. Centre Name 1. NIELIT Chandigarh 2. NIELIT Shimla 3. NIELIT Delhi (Headquarter) 4. NIELIT Gorakhpur 5. Lucknow Branch NIELIT Gorakhpur 6. NIELIT Srinagar 7. Jammu Centre NIELIT Srinagar 8. LEH Centre NIELIT Srinagar 9. NIELIT Haridwar 10. NIELIT Kurukshetra 11. NIELIT Pali 12. NIELIT Mandi

What is the NIELIT exam?

The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (in short known was the NIELIT) is an annual entrance exam which is conducted for various certification and level-based exams (like O/A/B/C levels) for IT and electronics training. The objective of the exam is to also recruits for technical positions in government organizations like MEITY and NIC.

What is the qualification for NIELIT?

The eligibility criteria of NIELIT exam varies as per the course. To be eligible for the NIELIT exam candidates must have minimum 10+2, ITI, Diploma, or a B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA. There is no minimum percentages. For higher courses, students must have relevant post-qualification experience like Scientist B, where a B.E./B.Tech in relevant IT/CS fields. For detailed eligibility criteria is advised students to refer to the official notification PDF or the information brochure.

What is objective of NIELIT exam?

The objective of the NIELIT entrance test is to shortlist candidates for recruitment on various posts for its own projects or for other government departments, often on a contract basis.

Is NIELIT a government job?

Yes, NIELIT is government job because the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology is an autonomous scientific society which comes under the administrative control of India's Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).

Where can I get the NIELIT syllabus?

The NIELIT syllabus is published online at nielit.gov.in. The candidates can verify the units and topics is available by going through the NIELIT syllabus. To prepared well for the exam, the candidates are recommended to verify the official syllabus so that they know the topics to be covered. Course-wise syllabus will be published online.

What is the NIELIT Exam for?

NIELIT Exam is organised at all India levels for entry into different UG and PG courses under the names Non-Formal Courses, such as O-Level, A-Level, B-Level, and C-Level. The NIELIT exam is organised twice yearly, in January and July. Eligibility Criteria: The candidate must have passed the 10+2 class for Bachelor's degree courses and Bachelor's degree for postgraduate degree courses from a recognised board. NIELIT Exam Syllabus: Aptitude English General Awareness Quantitative Ability NIELIT Exam Pattern: 100 multiple-choice questions Duration: 3 hours. The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi. No marks are deducted for incorrect responses.

How can I check my NIELIT O Level Result?

Follow the steps below to check the NIELIT O Level result- Open student.nielit.gov.in. Locate the "View Result" link. Go to the section and select your course. Enter the "Exam Year, Exam Date/Roll Number, Name, and Date of Birth." Click "View" button. Detailed sheet and result will show up. Download your result.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

When will the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application form be released?

NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C January cycle application forms were available around September-October 2025. NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C courses January cycle applications are now over. No applications will be accepted after the NIELIT 2026 application form deadline. All proper and valid details had to be entered in the NIELIT 2026 application form for O/A/B/C courses.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

Is it necessary to fill out the OEAF? Or is there any provision for a physical examination application for NIELIT?

Yes, it is compulsory to fill out the Online Examination Application Form (OEAF). There is no provision for offline or physical forms. Here to note is that the Physical Examination Application Form has been discontinued from the July 2013 Examination onwards.

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

You can find your assigned NIELIT exam centre on your NIELIT admit card. The NIELIT centre allotment is done basis the candidate's preference.

How can I download the NIELIT admit card?

The NIELIT admit card will be published online. The candidates will be required to click on the official NIELIT hall ticket downloading link available on the official website. The login details for accessing the NIELIT admit card are the application number and date of birth. No other platform will be utilised to publish the admit card of NIELIT. Upon downloading the admit card, take a printout for further use.

Which login credentials are required to download the NIELIT admit card?

NIELIT admit card will be released online. Candidates can click on the official NIELIT hall ticket download link on the official portal. The login credentials required to access the NIELIT admit card is the application number and date of birth. No other mode will be used to release the admit card of NIELIT. After downloading the admit card, the candidates will have to print it out for future use.

What can a candidate do in case the institute is closed or accreditation is withdrawn?

Institutes must submit the list of candidates once it is withdrawn or closed. In these cases, the candidate's name should be on the list provided by the institute, which will then allow them to sit in the exam.

How can a candidate obtain NIELIT Admit Card?

Candidates can obtain their NIELIT admit card exclusively through the official NIELIT Student Portal. Exam authorities do not send admit cards via email or post.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

I lost all the details during a power failure while submitting the NIELIT application form. How do I retrieve it?

You cant retrieve it. You would need to log in again and submit the online examination application form again. There is no facility for saving the details.

What is the passing mark to be eligible for the modules of the NIELIT O/A/B and C-level exams?

To pass the NIELIT O/A/B and C levels, a candidate must score 50% marks in each module. The NIELIT O/A/B/C level results will be declared on the official site.

How can I check my NIELIT O Level Result?

Follow the steps below to check the NIELIT O Level result- Open student.nielit.gov.in. Locate the "View Result" link. Go to the section and select your course. Enter the "Exam Year, Exam Date/Roll Number, Name, and Date of Birth." Click "View" button. Detailed sheet and result will show up. Download your result.

Is a candidate eligible to apply for the NIELIT O-Level examination marks revaluation?

If you are not satisfied with your NIELIT O Level result, you can request a revaluation. Please apply within 1 month of the O Level Exam result 2025 being declared. You would need to pay a revaluation fee of INR 200 per question.

What grading system is followed in NIELIT?

The grading system ranges from S for 85% and higher to F for a score of less than 50%. Soon, the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology is going to release the NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C January cycle result. Here it goes: Pass Percentage Grade Failed ( = 50% to = 55% to = 65% to = 75% to =85% S

What do I need to prepare for the NIELIT O-level exam?

According to the recent NIELIT O level exam syllabus, the below-mentioned units need to be covered by the candidates: Information Technology Tools and Network Basics Web Designing & Publishing Programming and Problem Solving through Python Internet of Things and its Applications Project The comprehensive NIELIT syllabus is provided on the internet at nielit.gov.in.

What is the pattern of NIELIT O level exam?

The NIELIT O level will be conducted as a pen-and-paper test. The students have to attempt four theory papers and one practical exams. The theory exam will be of objective multiple-choice type. Each paper will be of 100 marks. There will be no adverse marking for wrong answers. NIELIT O level is conducted twice a year.

Where can I get the NIELIT syllabus?

The NIELIT syllabus is published online at nielit.gov.in. The candidates can verify the units and topics is available by going through the NIELIT syllabus. To prepared well for the exam, the candidates are recommended to verify the official syllabus so that they know the topics to be covered. Course-wise syllabus will be published online.

NIELIT OEAF stands for the Online Examination Application Form, which has to be filled out by the registered candidates to appear in the entrance exam. In addition to registration, the candidates will also need to fill out and submit the NIELIT OEAF before the last date. Application fee for NIELIT OEAF is INR 100 along with the mandatory fees for the Theory/Practical modules applied

How many papers can a student apply for in a single attempt in the NIELIT Exam?

There is no specific number as such. However, at each level, a candidate needs to complete the papers within the stipulated period. At NIELIT O/A/B/C levels, candidates can appear in any paper, in any order, if the subject has been covered by the institution running the accredited course and as mentioned on the application form. Candidates can directly appear in examinations if they satisfy the eligibility criteria as applicable to them.

Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one level simultaneously at NIELIT?

No, a candidate can only register for one level at a time. Candidates must clear their current level (O, A, B, or C) before moving to the next level.

Where can I find my assigned NIELIT examination centre?

You can find your assigned NIELIT exam centre on your NIELIT admit card. The NIELIT centre allotment is done basis the candidate's preference.

NIELIT Exam O/A/B/C Levels (January 2026): Theory Exam Date January 10, 2025

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Updated on Mar 9, 2026 12:30 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

NIELIT Exam 2026: The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has issued a notice regarding the O/A Level Online Practical Examinations. Candidates are advised to visit the official student portal at student.nielit.gov.in to download their revised admit cards and verify all personal and paper details. The exam body has also mentioned that no further requests for re-scheduling or changes to examination centres will be entertained. The NIELIT Exam O/A/B/C Levels will be conducted in computer-based mode at designated NIELIT examination centres.

The NIELIT exam is an online, computer-based test conducted twice a year, in January and July, at various examination centres. NIELIT offers courses in various categories, including Information Technology, IT Literacy Programme, Hardware Technology, and Multimedia and Animation Technology. Read more about NIELIT 2026, including NIELIT Exam Dates, Admit Card, Syllabus, Application Form, Results, Question Papers, and Accepting Colleges.

Table of contents

What is NIELIT?
NIELIT 2026 Important Dates
NIELIT 2026 Exam Highlights
NIELIT 2026 Admit Card
NIELIT 2026 Examination Centres
NIELIT Exam Syllabus
NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C Result
NIELIT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
NIELIT Application Process 2026
NIELIT 2026 Application Fee
NIELIT Exam 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is NIELIT?

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) exam certifies professionals in various IT and digital literacy skills, preparing them for recruitment to government jobs at various levels. The NIELIT Exam is conducted twice a year for admission to O, A, B, and C-level courses.

The NIELIT, erstwhile DOEACC Society, is an autonomous scientific society under the administrative control of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MoE&IT), Government of India. NIELIT was established to carry out Human Resource Development and related activities in the area of Information, Electronics & Communications Technology (IECT).

Also Read: NIELIT Courses 2026: Eligibility, Fees, and Career Scope

NIELIT 2026 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIELIT Exam 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
07 Feb ' 26	Commencement of Practical Examinations
10 Jan ' 26	Commencement of Theory Examinations of 'O'/'A'/'B'/'C' Levels
03 Nov ' 25 - 15 Nov ' 25	O/A/B/C Level Examinations Online Examination Application Forms (OEAF) Submission
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NIELIT 2026 Exam Highlights

Candidates can check the details of the NIELIT 2026 exam from the table given below.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Exam
Exam Frequency	Twice a year
Exam Mode	Offline, i.e., pen-and-paper-based test
Mode of declaration of the result	Both online and offline
NIELIT Official website	nielit.gov.in
Student Portal	student.nielit.gov.in

NIELIT 2026 Admit Card

TStudents are advised to visit official student portal at student.nielit.gov.in to download their revised admit cards and verify all personal and paper details. Through the NIELIT 2026 admit card, students can check their allotted exam centre, date, timings and more.

At the exam centre, they will have to bring their admit card and one original identity proof. They can bring any of the following - Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/School ID/Any Govt.-approved ID. If the hall ticket and identity proof are not presented at the centre, they will not be allowed to enter for the exam. The allotted centres cannot be changed. For other mistakes, the authorities should be contacted immediately.

NIELIT 2026 Examination Centres

NIELIT 2026 exam centres are the locations where the NIELIT exam will be held. While filling the NIELIT application form, candidates are required to select their preferred exam centres in order of preference.

The list of NIELIT 2026 exam centres includes major cities across North, North-East, East, South, and West zones, with over 120 primary and secondary locations nationwide. The specific details of a candidate's allotted centre are going to be available on their admit card. NIELIT admit cards can be downloaded from the official Student Information and Enrollment System portal.

NIELIT Exam Syllabus

NIELIT 2026 O-Level Syllabus [5th Revision (R5.1)]

Introduction to Computer
Introduction to Operating System
Word Processing
Spreadsheet
Presentation
Introduction to Internet & WWW
E-mail, Social Networking & e-Governance Services
Overview of FutureSkills & Cyber Security

NIELIT A-Level Syllabus [5th Revision (R5.1)]

Information Technology Tools & Network Basics
Web Designing & Publishing
Programming & Problem-solving through Python Language
Introduction to the Internet of Things(IoT) & its Applications
Data Structure Through Object-Oriented Programming Language
Computer Organization & Operating System
Databases Technologies
Systems Analysis, Design & Testing
Big Data Analytics Using Hadoop
Data Science Using Python
Web Application Development Using PHP
Full Stack Web Development using MVC Framework
Network Management
Information Security Management
Internet of Things: A Practical Approach
Internet of Things using Raspberry Pi
Artificial Intelligence Concepts & R Programming
Machine Learning Using Python

NIELIT 2026 B-Level Syllabus [5th Revision]

Basic Mathematics
Management Fundamentals & Information Systems
Discrete Structure
Software Engineering
Operating System
Data Communications & Computer Networks
Computer-Based Statistical & Numerical Methods
Professional & Business Communication
Advanced Database Technologies
Computer Graphics & Multimedia Systems
Cloud Computing & Internet of Things (IoT)
Software Project Management
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Web Technologies
Digital Marketing
System Modelling & Computing Simulation
Distributed & Parallel Computing
Data Warehouse & Data Mining
Software Testing & Quality Assurance
Digital Image Processing
Accounting & Financial Management
Wireless & Mobile Communication
Blockchain Technology

NIELIT 2026 C-Level Syllabus [5th Revision (R5.1)]

Elements of Mathematical Sciences
Operating System
Data Structure through JAVA
Computer System Architecture
Advanced Computer Graphics
Advanced Computer Networks
Mathematical Methods for Computing
Advanced Algorithms
Data Warehousing & Data Mining
Multimedia Systems
Digital Image Processing & Computer Vision
Information Security
Soft Computing
Software Systems
Digital Signal Processing
Machine Learning
Cyber Forensic & Law
Project Management
Mobile Computing

NIELIT 2025 O/A/B/C Result

Below is the NIELIT Result Grading System

Marks	Grade
Below 50%	F (Failed)
50%-54%	D
55%-64%	C
65%-74%	B
75% - 84%	A
85% and above	S

Retotalling of marks for any module/paper can be requested in the specified pro forma within one month of the result sheet date, along with a fee of INR 200/- per module/paper.
On successful completion of the modules or papers and of the project, the candidates are awarded certificates/diplomas by NIELIT.
'B' level candidates, on successful completion of the first ten papers, which are common to 'A' level and of the first project, are awarded the Advanced Diploma, as are 'A' level successful candidates.
Results of O, A, B & C Levels will be available on the NIELIT Website.
The exam authorities also send the results to the institutes conducting accredited courses, where the candidates have to appear for the examination.

NIELIT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Registration is a pre-requisite for candidates to appear in the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C level examinations. At O/A/B/C levels, candidates will be eligible to appear in any paper, in any order, if the subject has been covered in the institution running the accredited course and as mentioned on the application form. Candidates can directly appear in examinations if they satisfy the eligibility criteria as applicable to them.

Those candidates who sit for the 'O' level course may appear in the first two modules of the 'O' level examination after six months of the commencement of the accredited course and in the remaining two modules after the completion of one year of the commencement of the accredited course. Further, graduate candidates registered for an 'O' level course may appear in the examination for all modules in a single attempt.

Educational Qualification for NIELIT 2026 Exam (O/A/B/C Level)

Candidates aspiring for the NIELIT 2026 exam should have completed the 12th class from a recognised board for Bachelor’s degree courses and Bachelor’s degree for Postgraduate Degree courses from a recognised institute/university.
At O/A/B/C level exams of NIELIT, candidates can appear in any paper, in any order, if the subject has been covered in the institution running the accredited course and so endorsed on the application form. Direct candidates can appear in examinations if they satisfy the eligibility criteria as applicable.
Candidates undergoing an 'O' level accredited course by NIELIT will be eligible to appear in the first two modules of the 'O' level NIELIT examination six months after the commencement of the accredited course and in the remaining two modules after the completion of one year of the commencement of the accredited course. This is subject to the condition that the subjects have been covered in the accredited course by the institute and so endorsed in the examination application forms as per the format therein.
Graduate Candidates registered for the NIELIT 2026 'O' level course may appear for all modules in a single attempt.
NIELIT Examinations are conducted across nearly 120 centres all over the country. The conduct of examinations at these centres is liable to change.
Candidates aspiring for the NIELIT Exam 2026 have to choose primary centres and secondary centres. Examinations will be conducted at all the primary centres.
For the examination to be carried out at any of these primary centres will depend upon the number of candidates and infrastructure available at these centres. In case of an insufficient number of students or for any other administrative reasons, one or more of these primary centres may be cancelled by the exam conducting authority.
While filling application form for the NIELIT Exam 2026, candidates who choose one of the secondary centres as a first choice in their forms for examinations are required to give a primary centre as a second choice.

NIELIT Application Process 2026

To apply for the NIELIT O/A/B/C-level exams, candidates must create and activate a user account, verify their contact details, and complete their profile by uploading a photograph, signature, and left thumb impression in accordance with official specifications. After updating personal and correspondence details, candidates must lock* their profile to be able to access the examination form, select modules and exam centres, and pay fees online or via CSC-SPV services.

*Please note that locking the profile is an irreversible action.

"Applicant need not to send any documentary proof to NIELIT HQ in support of the information provided online in Online Registration Application Form."

NIELIT 2026 Application Fee

While filling out the NIELIT 2026 O/A/B/C level application form, the candidates had to pay the required application fee. The fee payment had to be done online (net banking/credit card/debit card) or through the CSC SPV service. It was to be noted that extra service charges were added as per the mode of payment selected by the candidates. The NIELIT 2026 application fee was non-refundable.