NIOS is Valid for UPSC?

Thousands of aspirants from across the country appear for the national and state level civil services examination every year. For many students, it is the first attempt after years of preparation for the prestigious services. But to be even eligible to sit for IAS level examinations, you need to have completed degree level education from recognized educational boards in the country.

Can NIOS Student Give UPSC Exam

If you are someone who plans to appear for the UPSC examination or any state level civil services examination, and are not able to attend full time education program, then you can complete your school level formal education from NIOS board.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is a government recognized educational board in India that offers a variety of technical, vocational and educational courses to aspirants. This board is governed by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.

If you are appearing for 10^th and 12^th standard board examinations conducted by the NIOS board, then you can rest assured that your marksheet and passing certificate are valid for the IAS level examination. All qualifying documents issued by NIOS are valid for IAS requirements.

Can Nios Student Apply for IAS and PCS Exam?

For students who are not able to attend full time class room education, NIOS board allows the flexibility to study at home as per prescribed syllabus and appear for the board exams. If you are pursuing a job opportunity and wish to appear for IAS examination, you can appear for 12^th board examination through NIOS board. By doing so, you can pursue both your job and studies, and ultimately secure a future in service of the nation.

Choosing to study for the board examination through the NIOS board can be good for you also because you can prepare for other opportunities in parallel. Many students who are UPSC aspirants but have not passed class 12^th board exams prepare for both exams simultaneously. This saves time and also helps brush up on the same topics for UPSC and other state level examinations. Based on the subjects you select for your board exams and IAS you can study in a joint way.

It is however extremely important to give appropriate importance to the examination as per the value in your future. The first step to moving ahead for higher education and job opportunities in life is by passing the 12^th standard board examinations. Studying diligently, revising multiple times and adhering to the guidance of coaches in NIOS online classes will help you get prepared and to score high marks in all subjects.

Note: Discipline is the common factor in all journeys of success. Whether you are applying for the NIOS board examinations or for the UPSC examinations, you must give priority to your studies at all times. Regardless of your environment, you must keep in mind that your time is precious and must be used wisely. 

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