The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has released the practical exam date sheet for Classes 10 and 12 for the March/April 2025 session. The exams will begin on March 17, 2025, at designated centers for both Indian and overseas students. Candidates can check the schedule and download hall tickets from the official website, sdmis.nios.ac.in.
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