6 Questions
When was the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) established?
November, 1989
Which ministry in the Government of India oversees the National Institute of Open Schooling?
Ministry of Education
What type of courses does NIOS offer at Secondary and Senior Secondary levels?
Vocational, Academic, and Life Enrichment courses
What authority does NIOS have according to a gazette notification by the Government of India?
To examine and certify learners up to pre degree level courses
Which organization issued the Equivalence of Senior Secondary Certificate Examination of NIOS?
Association of Indian Universities
What was the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) formerly known as?
National Open School (NOS)
Study Notes
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
- NIOS was established in 1989.
- The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India oversees NIOS.
Courses Offered
- NIOS offers academic courses at Secondary (Class 10) and Senior Secondary (Class 12) levels.
Authorization
- According to a gazette notification by the Government of India, NIOS has the authority of an examining body.
Equivalence of Senior Secondary Certificate
- The University Grants Commission (UGC) issued the Equivalence of Senior Secondary Certificate Examination of NIOS.
Former Name
- The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) was formerly known as the National Open School (NOS).
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