National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

Flexible open schooling for learners seeking alternative routes to secondary and senior secondary certification.

Official NIOS Website
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About NIOS

NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) provides an alternative open schooling system that offers Secondary and Senior Secondary courses, vocation and life enrichment programmes, and exam flexibility to accommodate diverse learners. It is designed for learners who cannot attend regular schools due to distance, work, or other constraints.

Key Features

  • Flexible examination schedules and multiple chances per year.
  • Wide range of subjects and vocational courses.
  • Recognition for certification equivalent to regular board exams.
  • Study materials and learner support through study centres.

Advantages of NIOS

  • Accessible for working students and adult learners.
  • Cost-effective—lower fees than many regular boards.
  • Opportunity to combine vocational and academic subjects.
  • Pathways to higher education and skill development.

Who Can Apply?

  • Students pursuing sports as career
  • Slow learners
  • Gifted students
  • Special needs students
  • Neuro divergent students
  • Economically challenged students

Admission Process

  1. Check the official NIOS website for admission windows and study centre listings.
  2. Register online or at an authorised NIOS study centre with required documents and identity proof.
  3. Choose your subjects (academic and/or vocational) as per programme rules.
  4. Pay the enrolment and subject fees to complete registration.

Examinations

NIOS conducts public examinations for Secondary and Senior Secondary courses typically twice a year, and some specialised examinations may run more frequently. Learners receive admit cards and results via the official NIOS portal.

How We Help You

At Kriya Coaching Classes, we support NIOS learners with:

  • Personalised tuition for chosen subjects (theory and practice).
  • Exam-oriented revision sessions and mock tests.
  • Assistance with study plans, registration guidance, and paperwork.
  • Vocational skill classes where applicable.

Our NIOS Services

  • Subject-wise coaching (Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Languages)
  • Exam revision bootcamps
  • One-to-one mentoring and doubt-clearing
  • Study material and assignment support

Fee Structure

The NIOS enrolment and subject fees are set by NIOS and may vary; Kriya's tuition fees are charged separately based on the subject package chosen.

Tuition packages we offer for class 10th and 12th:

PackageDurationFee (INR)
Single Subject Coaching3 Months20,000
Three Subject Package6 Months60,000
Full Course (All Subjects)12 Months80,000

Open Basic Education (OBE) Programme:

PackageEquivalentDurationFee (INR)
OBE level Aequivalent to class I-III12 Months60,000
OBE level Bequivalent to class IV-V12 Months60,000
OBE level Cequivalent to class VI-VIII12 Months60,000

Note: The table above is indicative. For exact enrolment and NIOS fees, refer to the official site: nios.ac.in. Contact us for a personalised quote.