On-Demand Examination (ODE)

NIOS offers the On-Demand Examination System (ODES) for selected subjects, allowing eligible learners to appear for exams as per their readiness, subject to seat availability.

ODE Eligibility

Must be a bonafide NIOS learner
Valid Enrolment Number & Identity Card
Eligible after appearing in first Public Examination
To appear in ODE, learners must complete:
- Minimum study period
- TMA submission
- Required PCP & practical sessions

Registration

Online only (for existing learners)
Apply at: nios.ac.in | sdmis.nios.ac.in
Same subject cannot be registered twice in a month

Examination Centres

NIOS HQ, Noida
Designated Kendriya Vidyalaya ODE Centres
Centre allotted subject to seat availability

Documents to Carry

Original NIOS Identity Card
Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / DL / Voter ID / Passport / PAN)
Printout of ODE Registration Application

Fee Payment

ODE examination fee can be paid online only through Credit Card, Debit Card or Net Banking

Support

In case of difficulty in ODE registration, learners may Email: lsc@nios.ac.in or Call: 1800 180 9393

Note: Verify subject availability and eligibility before registration and carry all required documents on the exam day.

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