New Delhi – The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) commenced its Digital Literacy Course (DLC) examinations today, October 12, 2025 . These online, paperless exams will run until October 16, 2025 , across NIELIT centres nationwide. This cycle includes candidates from both the September and October 2025 sessions.
Students appearing for the examinations are advised to confirm their specific exam date, time, and centre details. This information is available on their respective admit cards. Reporting to the designated centre requires adherence to these details.
Understanding the NIELIT DLC Exams
The DLC examinations cover a range of computer proficiency certifications. These include the Course on Computer Concepts (CCC), Course on Computer Concepts Plus (CCCP), Expert Computer Course (ECC), Awareness in Computer Concepts (ACC), and Basic Computer Course (BCC). Each course assesses fundamental to intermediate computer knowledge.
Detailed Exam Structure
The examinations feature a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format with no negative marking. Durations and question counts vary slightly by course:
| Course Name | Duration | Exam Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) | 90 minutes | 100 MCQs. No negative marking. |
| Course on Computer Concepts Plus (CCCP) | 90 minutes | 100 MCQs. No negative marking. |
| Expert Computer Course (ECC) | 60 minutes | 100 MCQs. No negative marking. |
| Awareness in Computer Concepts (ACC) | 60 minutes | 100 MCQs. No negative marking. |
| Basic Computer Course (BCC) | 60 minutes | 100 MCQs (50 questions to attempt). No negative marking. |