NIOS Open Schooling | Complete Guide for Class 10 & 12

Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA)

Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) is a key internal assessment tool under the NIOS Open & Distance Learning (ODL) system, supporting learning and evaluation.

1 TMA per subject
For Stream-I learners only
20% of theory marks per subject
TMA questions available:
- In booklet form
- On NIOS official website

Submission Guidelines

Online submission only (Learner Dashboard)
Offline submission not allowed
Submit within the notified schedule
Holiday/weekend deadline → next working day
Incorrect TMA can be re-uploaded within 7 days
Late submission allowed with late fee:
- Within 1 month of result declaration
- Separate for April-May & Oct-Nov exams

Note: TMA submission is mandatory. Non-submission may affect result declaration.

Evaluation Process

Evaluated by Subject Tutors at Study Centre (AI)
Marks uploaded on NIOS portal
No re-evaluation permitted

Personal Contact Programme (PCP)

NIOS provides PCP sessions for academic guidance and support at Study Centres (AIs).

PCP Structure (1st Year)

1 Induction Session per subject
Up to 30 Theory PCP sessions
5 Practical PCP sessions (if applicable)
Conducted mainly on weekends & holidays

Purpose of PCP

Clarify difficult concepts
Resolve doubts
Support learning through teacher interaction
Support Formative & Summative Assessment

Assessment (Practical)

50% Formative (PCP sessions)
50% Summative (final practical)

Schedule

Block-I: Theory - Nov | Practical - Feb
Block-II: Theory - May | Practical - Aug

Missed Practical PCP Sessions

Attendance of 5 practical sessions is mandatory
If missed:
- Re-registration permitted
- Pay Formative Assessment fee + subject exam fee
Allowed within valid admission period

Learners are advised to remain in regular contact with their Study Centre (AI) for the detailed PCP timetable.

NIOS Internal Assessment for Class 10th