Students wishing to appear for the NIELIT CHMT-O Level examination in January 2026 must submit their online application forms soon. The last date to fill and submit the Online Examination Application Form (OEAF) for candidates is December 8, 2025 . This is a crucial deadline for those aiming to pursue the Computer Hardware Maintenance Technician (CHM-T) 'O' Level course.
It is important for all applicants to complete their forms with correct details to avoid any issues or rejection. Institutes that are helping students with their applications also have a deadline to verify and forward these forms.
Important Dates for NIELIT CHMT-O Level Exam
Here are the key dates for the NIELIT CHMT-O Level January 2026 examination cycle:
| **Activity** | **Last Date** |
| Candidates submit Online Examination Application Form (OEAF) | **December 8, 2025** |
| Institutes verify and forward forms after payment | **December 11, 2025** |
These deadlines are final. NIELIT will not extend these dates. Students should fill and submit their application forms well before the last date. This will help them avoid any last-minute problems like slow internet or website traffic.
How to Apply for NIELIT CHMT-O Level Exam Online
Students can follow these simple steps to fill out the NIELIT CHMT-O Level application form for the January 2026 Cycle:
- **Step 1: Visit the Official Website.** Go to the official NIELIT student portal: student.nielit.gov.in .
- **Step 2: Register or Log In.**
- **New Users:** Click on the "New User" option. You will need to register by providing details like your current course, name, and date of birth.
- **Existing Users:** If you already have an account, log in using your User ID and Password.
- **Step 3: Select Your Course.** After logging in, find and choose the "CHM-T 'O' Level" option from the list of courses.
- **Step 4: Fill the Application Form.** Carefully enter all your personal, educational, and contact information into the online form.
- **Step 5: Upload Documents.** Upload scanned copies of all required documents. Make sure the documents are clear and meet the specified file size and format.
- **Step 6: Choose Exam Centre.** Select your preferred city or centre for the examination. Please note that you cannot change the exam centre after you submit the form.
- **Step 7: Pay Application Fees.** Pay the fees online. The fees include an INR 100 processing fee. You also need to pay separate fees for each subject (module) you apply for. You can pay using net banking, credit card, debit card, or through Common Service Centres (CSCs).
- **Step 8: Review and Submit.** Before final submission, review your entire application form. Check all details for accuracy. Once you are sure everything is correct, submit the application.
NIELIT CHMT-O Level Application Fees
To successfully apply for the NIELIT CHMT-O Level examination, students must pay the required fees online. The application process includes a fixed processing fee of INR 100 . In addition to this, students need to pay individual fees for each theory and practical module they wish to take. These module fees vary depending on the subjects chosen. All payments must be made online using options such as net banking, credit card, debit card, or through Common Service Centres (CSCs). It is mandatory to pay the full fee before the final deadline. If fees are not paid, the application will be incomplete, and the candidate will not be allowed to take the exam.
Online Application is Mandatory
Students must understand that NIELIT accepts only online applications for the CHMT-O Level examination. The Online Examination Application Form (OEAF) is the only method to apply. There is no provision for submitting physical or paper-based application forms. NIELIT stopped accepting physical application forms for its examinations starting from July 2013. Therefore, all candidates must apply through the official online portal.
