
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has activated the NIOS Exam Fee Payment 2026 window for students appearing in the October/November 2026 Public Examinations. Learners enrolled for the NIOS Class 10 and Class 12 exams can now submit their examination fees online through the official Student Management Information System (SDMIS) portal.
Students are advised to complete the payment well before the last date to avoid technical issues or additional late fees. After successful payment, candidates should download and keep a copy of the payment receipt for future reference.
| NIOS Exam Fee Payment 2026 Highlights | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) |
| Exam | NIOS Class 10 & Class 12 October/November 2026 Public Examination |
| Fee Payment Starts | July 13, 2026 |
| Last Date (Without Late Fee) | July 22, 2026 |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
| Official Website | sdmis.nios.ac.in |
Students registered for the NIOS October/November 2026 Public Examination can pay their examination fee without any late fee till July 22, 2026.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day, as heavy traffic on the website may cause delays in payment. Missing the deadline could require payment with additional late fees if an extended window is announced.
The fee payment facility is available for:
Students registered for the NIOS Class 10 October/November 2026 Examination
Students registered for the NIOS Class 12 October/November 2026 Examination
Learners eligible to appear in the upcoming public examination
Only registered candidates can access the online payment portal using their enrolment credentials.
Candidates can follow these simple steps:
Visit the official SDMIS portal at sdmis.nios.ac.in.
Log in using your Enrolment Number and other required credentials.
Click on the Exam Fee Payment option.
Select your class and subjects for the October/November 2026 examination.
Verify all the details displayed on the screen.
Choose your preferred payment mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).
Complete the payment.
Download and save the payment receipt for future reference.
Before starting the payment process, keep the following details ready:
NIOS Enrolment Number
Login credentials
Registered mobile number
Subject details
Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI details for payment
Before paying the examination fee, students should keep these points in mind:
Verify your personal and examination details carefully before making payment.
Ensure you have selected the correct subjects.
Complete the payment before July 22, 2026, to avoid late fees.
Keep the payment acknowledgement safely until the examination process is completed.
Regularly visit the official NIOS website for the latest announcements regarding the examination.
Once the examination fee is successfully paid:
Your payment status will be updated on the portal.
You can download the payment confirmation receipt.
NIOS will later release the October/November 2026 exam date sheet.
Admit cards for eligible candidates will be issued before the examination.
Students should continue checking the official website for updates regarding the NIOS Date Sheet 2026, Admit Card, and examination schedule.
Submitting the examination fee within the prescribed timeline ensures that your candidature for the October/November 2026 Public Examination is confirmed. Delayed payments may attract additional charges or affect your eligibility if the deadline is missed.
Students should complete the process early to avoid last-minute server issues and ensure a smooth examination registration process.
