The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has cancelled the Class 10 (Secondary) and Class 12 (Senior Secondary) theory examinations that were scheduled for November 6, 2025 . This decision affects all exam centres across India.
NIOS announced that the exams were cancelled because of the Bihar Election 2025 . The elections require many government workers, police, and buildings, including schools, for administrative and logistic reasons. This makes it difficult to hold examinations on the same day.
Exams Cancelled for November 6, 2025
The following exams for November 6, 2025 , have been cancelled:
| Class | Subjects |
| Class 12 (Senior Secondary) | Physics |
| Class 12 (Senior Secondary) | History |
| Class 12 (Senior Secondary) | Environmental Science |
| Class 12 (Senior Secondary) | Library and Information Science |
| Class 10 (Secondary) | Painting |
What Students Must Do Now
NIOS has told all students and study centres to wait for the new exam schedule. The revised dates will be announced soon on the official NIOS website, which is nios.ac.in .
- Keep Admit Cards: Students should keep their current admit cards safe. Do not make any changes to your exam plans until NIOS gives new instructions.
- Check Official Website: It is very important for all students to regularly visit the official NIOS website, nios.ac.in , for the latest updates. NIOS will publish all new information there.
Why Bihar Elections Affect Exams
State elections like the Bihar Election need a lot of support from the government system. Schools are often used as polling stations where people cast their votes. Teachers and other school staff are also assigned duties during elections. This means schools and staff are busy with election work, making it impossible to hold exams at the same time. This is why NIOS decided to cancel the exams for November 6, 2025 .
About NIOS
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides education to students who cannot attend regular schools. NIOS offers secondary and senior secondary courses through distance learning. This system helps many students complete their schooling at their own pace and convenience.
Next Steps for Students
Students should focus on their studies and stay prepared for the exams. The new dates will be announced in due course. It is important to avoid rumors and only trust information released on the official NIOS website. Keep checking nios.ac.in often for the new timetable. Prepare well and be ready to appear for your exams on the rescheduled dates.
This cancellation is a temporary change. Students should use this time to revise their subjects thoroughly. The main goal is to ensure a fair and smooth examination process once the new dates are set. NIOS will provide enough notice for students to prepare for the rescheduled exams.
