NIOS Board Class X Exam
The NIOS Class X Exam is a national-level secondary school leaving examination conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). Students who have completed Class VIII from a recognized board and meet the age criteria can take this exam to assess their knowledge and skills in various subjects.
Exam mode
Offline
Level
Secondary
Stream
Class-10-exams
Exam date
March 2026
NIOS Board Class X Exam cutoff
| Year | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 35% |
| 2024 | 40% |
| 2023 | 42% |
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