The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) has extended the registration deadlines for several important computer courses. This gives students more time to apply for their upcoming examinations.
The last date to register and pay fees for NIELIT's O/A/C Level and CHM-T O Level courses for the January 2026 exam cycle is now November 4, 2025 . This extension applies to both students applying directly and those through recognized institutes.
Similarly, the deadline for online examination forms and fee payments for Digital Literacy Courses (DLC) like CCC, CCCP, ECC, ACC, and BCC for the December 2025 exam cycle has been extended to November 7, 2025 .
NIELIT O/A/C Level Course Deadlines
NIELIT offers various levels of IT skill courses. The O Level is a basic computer diploma. The A Level is more advanced, while the C Level is a postgraduate-level IT course. The CHM-T O Level focuses on computer hardware and maintenance.
Students planning to appear for the January 2026 examinations for these courses must complete their registration and fee payment by the new deadline. Both direct applicants and those from institutes should note this extension.
Students should apply early to avoid any last-minute technical problems or heavy website traffic.
| Exam Cycle | Courses Covered | New Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment |
| January 2026 | O Level, A Level, C Level, CHM-T O Level | November 4, 2025 |
Digital Literacy Courses (DLC) Deadline
NIELIT's Digital Literacy Courses (DLC) help people learn essential computer and IT skills. These courses are useful for students, job seekers, and anyone wishing to improve their digital knowledge. Key DLC courses include:
- CCC: Course on Computer Concepts
- CCCP: Course on Computer Concepts Plus
- ECC: Expert Computer Course
- ACC: Awareness in Computer Concepts
- BCC: Basic Computer Course
The deadline for submitting online examination forms and fees for the December 2025 examinations of these DLC programs is now November 7, 2025 . This provides an additional chance for applicants who may have missed the previous deadline.
| Exam Cycle | Courses Covered | New Last Date for Online Form Submission & Fee Payment |
| December 2025 | CCC, CCCP, ECC, ACC, BCC | November 7, 2025 |
New Accreditation Portal for Institutes
NIELIT has also launched a new online portal for institutes. This portal is for training centers that want to get recognized by NIELIT or renew their recognition. This applies to institutes offering NIELIT DLC and O/A/B/C Level courses.
The aim of this new portal is to make the application process clearer and more efficient for institutes. This helps ensure that students receive quality training from approved centres across the country.
What This Means for You
These deadline extensions are beneficial for students who need more time to apply. Remember to check the official NIELIT website for complete details and to submit your applications well before the new closing dates.
