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NIOS Bridge Course Registration 2026 Reopens:Â The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the reopening of the registration portal for the six-month Certificate Course (Bridge) in Primary Teacher Education. According to NIOS Notification No. 18/2026, dated October 19, 2026, eligible in-service primary teachers who missed the earlier registration deadline will get another opportunity to complete the process.
The registration portal will remain open from October 21 to October 28, 2026. NIOS has clearly stated that no further extension will be granted beyond the revised deadline. Eligible teachers are therefore advised to complete their registration within the specified period.
NIOS Bridge Course Registration 2026: Important Dates
The latest notification follows an earlier notice, Notification No. 15/2026, dated July 2, 2026, under which the registration portal had remained open until July 19, 2026. Following requests from various stakeholders, including government teachers, the competent authority has now approved the reopening of the portal for eligible candidates.
| Event | Date |
| Notification issued | October 19, 2026 |
| Registration reopens | October 21, 2026 |
| Last date to register | October 28, 2026 |
| Further extension | Not permitted, as per the notice |
NIOS Reopens Registration: Who Can Apply for the NIOS Bridge Course?
The reopened registration facility is intended for eligible in-service primary teachers who have not registered earlier for the six-month Certificate Course (Bridge) in Primary Teacher Education.
The notification specifically advises eligible teachers who missed the previous registration window to complete their registration within the extended timeline. Teachers should verify their eligibility and follow the official registration procedure before submitting their applications.
No Further Extension After October 28
NIOS has made it clear that the registration deadline will not be extended again after October 28, 2026. Teachers who are eligible but have not yet registered should therefore avoid waiting until the final day.
Missing the revised deadline could mean losing this additional opportunity to register under the current notification.
Why Has NIOS Reopened the Registration Portal?
According to Notification No. 18/2026, requests were received from several stakeholders, including government teachers, seeking another opportunity to register for the bridge course. After considering these requests, the competent authority approved the reopening of the registration portal.
The decision provides additional time for eligible primary teachers who were unable to complete registration during the earlier window.
NIOS Reopens Registration: How to Register for the NIOS Bridge Course 2026
Eligible teachers should follow these steps:
- Visit the official NIOS website at www.nios.ac.in.
- Look for the official notification and registration link for the six-month Certificate Course (Bridge) in Primary Teacher Education.
- Read the eligibility conditions and registration instructions carefully.
- Complete the required details and submit the registration through the designated portal.
- Save the confirmation or acknowledgement for future reference.
Applicants should use only the official NIOS registration portal and verify the applicable requirements before submitting their details.
Official Notification Details
- Issuing authority: National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
- Notification number: 18/2026
- Notification date: October 19, 2026
- Subject: Reopening of Registration Portal for the 6-Month Certificate Course (Bridge) in Primary Teacher Education
- Registration period: October 21 to October 28, 2026
- Signed by: Dr. Alok Kumar Gupta, Deputy Director, Capacity Building Cell
The notification also directs the relevant authorities and NIOS regional offices to circulate the information among concerned beneficiaries.
Important: The dates and details above are taken from the uploaded notification. Teachers should consult the official NIOS notice for the precise eligibility criteria and registration instructions.
