TMA Weightage
20% of Theory Component
Upcoming Submission Deadline
31st August 2026
Eligibility
Senior Secondary Stream-I (Block-1/2)
What is NIOS TMA?
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) is a subject-wise assignment submitted by eligible NIOS learners.
Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) is a core continuous internal assessment format created by NIOS to verify progress throughout the academic term. Rather than leaving 100% of your performance dependent directly on public exams, TMAs offer a safe window to buffer and enhance your final board score from home.
Subject-wise Assignment
Each subject has a separate TMA. Students should complete and submit TMA for every registered and applicable subject.
Internal Assessment
TMA carries exactly 20% weightage of total theory marks and is written & compiled safely from the comfort of your home.
Online Submission
All submissions must be uploaded digitally through your NIOS student portal dashboard or may be submitted with the support of study centre before the official closing timeline.
TMA Marks Weightage
Theory-only Subjects
(English & Maths)
Subjects with Practical
(Physics, Chemistry & Biology)
Subject-wise assessment pattern may vary as per NIOS guidelines. Students should verify the latest subject-specific scheme from official NIOS resources.
Blueprint of a TMA Question Paper
Structural layout, word limits, and point weightage blueprints.
Every single subject's TMA booklet features exactly 6 questions compiled out of a total budget of 20 Marks. You get a direct choice for each individual question block.
Very Short Answer Questions (2 Marks each)
Total 6 Marks. Evaluates clean definitions, conceptual mapping, or core formulas. Word Limit: 40–60 words. Select and solve either Option A or Option B.
Short & Long Answer Questions (4 Marks each)
Total 8 Marks. Evaluates structural explanations, step-by-step mathematical working, or logical derivations. Word Limit: 100–150 words. Select and solve either Option A or Option B.
Project-Based Application Formulation (6 Marks)
Total 6 Marks. Real-world project creation, charting, or survey tasks. Pick only one option and build your study as laid out in the project details.
TMA Submission Process
Who needs to submit TMA?
| Student Category | TMA Requirement |
|---|---|
| Stream-I Learners | Required as per official NIOS internal assessment rules. Applicable for eligible Stream-I subjects. |
| ODE / Other Streams | Not Applicable |
Guidelines for Writing Your TMA
Submitting TMAs isn't as simple as writing answers and handing them over. NIOS has very specific requirements that must be followed exactly, otherwise your study center may reject your submission or deduct marks for improper formatting.
• Read all assignment questions carefully.
• Understand core syllabus units before attempting.
• Refer directly to official NIOS course textbooks.
• Plan out structural sections of your answers.
• Write Name, Enrollment No, Contact No, AI Study Center Name, Course, and Subject on top of the first page.
• Write the complete question out clearly before its answer.
• Handwrite clearly on plain, unmarked A4 sheets.
• Use clean, unwrinkled white A4 paper only (No notebook sheets).
• Every single answer handwritten by student.
• Use a sharpened pencil for neat, labeled diagrams.
• Answer all 6 questions completely.
• Keep answers strictly numbered to match the question booklet.
• Number every page clearly at the bottom center (e.g. "Page X of Y").
• Keep margins clean and leave spaces between sections.
• Maintain word limits specified under questions.
• Show complete, step-by-step calculations for math solutions.
• Use headings, subheadings, and clear real-life examples.
• Keep handwriting clean, avoiding messy crossings or overwriting.
Scanning & Uploading Checklist
Common mistakes to avoid (X)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you didn’t submit TMAs earlier: Yes, you’ll have to write and submit them in the next session to be eligible.
