Delhi School Admissions 2026–27: Complete Schedule for Nursery, KG & Class 1 in Private Schools
Every year, thousands of parents across Delhi begin their search for the right school for their little ones. ❤️ The entry-level admission journey-Nursery, KG, and Class 1-is not just a process; it’s an emotional milestone for families dreaming of a brighter future for their children. ✨
To make this journey smoother, Delhi’s Directorate of Education (DoE) has released the official admission schedule for private unaided schools for the academic year 2026–27. This guide brings you all the important dates, rules, age criteria, documentation guidelines, and transparency measures-in one place.
For parents preparing for this crucial step, here’s everything you need to know.
🗓️ Important Dates for Delhi Private School Admissions (2026–27)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Uploading of admission criteria & point system by schools | 28 November 2025 |
| Admission process begins, forms available | 4 December 2025 |
| Last date to submit application forms | 27 December 2025 |
| Schools upload list of all applicants | 9 January 2026 |
| Schools upload marks/points allotted | 16 January 2026 |
| First list of selected candidates (with waiting list) | 23 January 2026 |
| Query-redressal window (1st list) | 24 January – 3 February 2026 |
| Second list (if any) | 9 February 2026 |
| Query-redressal window (2nd list) | 10 – 16 February 2026 |
| Subsequent list (if any) | 5 March 2026 |
| Closing of the entire admission process | 19 March 2026 |
The DoE has strictly stated that no deviation from the above schedule will be allowed.
🎒 Age Criteria for Admission (As on 31 March 2026)
| Class | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nursery (Balvatika 1) | 3 to 4 years |
| KG (Balvatika 2) | 4 to 5 years |
| Class 1 (Balvatika 3) | 5 to 6 years |
This aligns with the NEP 2020 guidelines, making the shift to the 6+ entry age for Class 1 official.
📄 Valid Address Proofs Accepted
Parents can submit any one of the following as residence proof:
- Ration card / Smart card
- Domicile certificate
- Voter ID
- Electricity, water, MTNL, or gas connection bill
- Passport
- Aadhaar card
💰 Registration Fee Capped at ₹25
You read that right! ✨
Schools cannot charge more than ₹25 as a non-refundable registration fee.
Also:
- Buying a school prospectus cannot be made mandatory
- Forms must remain available till the final submission date
- Schools must publicly display the admission schedule clearly
This ensures transparency and fairness for all families.
🎗️ 25% EWS/DG/CWSN Quota Continues
As per law:
- 25% seats at entry levels remain reserved for EWS, Disadvantaged Groups, and Children with Disabilities
- Schools cannot process these admissions manually
- The DoE will conduct centralised draws for these categories
This helps ensure inclusivity for children from varied backgrounds. 🌱
🏫 Schools Must Maintain Highest Number of Seats
Schools cannot reduce the number of seats at entry level.
They must offer at least the highest number of seats they had in the past three academic years.
🎲 Transparent Draw of Lots for Oversubscribed Schools
When applications exceed available seats:
- Schools must conduct a draw of lots
- Parents must be invited at least 2 days before
- The entire process must be videographed
- All slips must be shown transparently during the draw
This ensures fairness and eliminates bias.
🔗 Official Notice
You can read the official admission circular here:
➡️ https://www.edudel.nic.in/upload/upload_2025_26/9179_88_dt_22112025.pdf
❓ FAQs
1. Who is eligible to apply for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions?
Any child meeting the prescribed age criteria as of 31 March 2026 can apply for open-category seats.
2. Are government schools part of this admission process?
No. This schedule applies only to private unaided recognised schools.
3. Can schools ask parents to buy uniforms or books at the time of admission?
No. Schools cannot force purchase of any material during the admission stage.
4. What if two children tie on points?
A transparent draw of lots will decide the final selection.
5. How is the EWS/DG/CWSN admission handled?
Through a centralised process managed exclusively by the DoE.
🌟 Final Thoughts
For many parents, seeking the best school for their child feels like preparing for their future dreams. 💛 With this official schedule now available, you can plan ahead confidently and ensure your child doesn’t miss any important deadline.
Wishing all parents and little learners a beautiful start to their educational journey! 🌈📘
हिंदी संस्करण
दिल्ली स्कूल एडमिशन 2026–27: नर्सरी, केजी और कक्षा 1 के लिए पूरी जानकारी
दिल्ली में हर साल हज़ारों माता-पिता अपने बच्चे के लिए सही स्कूल की तलाश शुरू करते हैं। ❤️ नर्सरी, केजी और कक्षा 1 के एडमिशन सिर्फ एक प्रक्रिया नहीं, बल्कि बच्चों के बेहतर भविष्य की पहली सीढ़ी होती है। ✨
दिल्ली शिक्षा निदेशालय (DoE) ने निजी अनएडेड स्कूलों के लिए 2026–27 सत्र का एडमिशन शेड्यूल जारी कर दिया है। यहाँ आपको तिथियों से लेकर आयु सीमा, दस्तावेज़, फीस, नियम और पारदर्शिता उपाय सभी जानकारी एक ही जगह मिल जाएगी।
🗓️ महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
| इवेंट | तारीख |
|---|---|
| एडमिशन क्राइटेरिया और पॉइंट सिस्टम अपलोड | 28 नवंबर 2025 |
| एडमिशन प्रक्रिया शुरू, फॉर्म उपलब्ध | 4 दिसंबर 2025 |
| फॉर्म जमा करने की आखिरी तारीख | 27 दिसंबर 2025 |
| सभी आवेदकों की सूची अपलोड | 9 जनवरी 2026 |
| प्रत्येक आवेदक को दिए गए पॉइंट्स अपलोड | 16 जनवरी 2026 |
| पहली सूची जारी | 23 जनवरी 2026 |
| पहली सूची के लिए क्वेरी अवधि | 24 जनवरी – 3 फरवरी 2026 |
| दूसरी सूची (यदि हो) | 9 फरवरी 2026 |
| दूसरी सूची क्वेरी अवधि | 10 – 16 फरवरी 2026 |
| अगली सूची (यदि हो) | 5 मार्च 2026 |
| पूरी प्रक्रिया समाप्त | 19 मार्च 2026 |
🎒 आयु सीमा (31 मार्च 2026 तक)
| कक्षा | आयु |
|---|---|
| नर्सरी | 3–4 वर्ष |
| केजी | 4–5 वर्ष |
| कक्षा 1 | 5–6 वर्ष |
📄 मान्य पता प्रमाण
- राशन/स्मार्ट कार्ड
- डोमिसाइल सर्टिफिकेट
- वोटर आईडी
- बिजली/पानी/गैस/MTNL बिल
- पासपोर्ट
- आधार कार्ड
💰 रजिस्ट्रेशन फीस सिर्फ ₹25
- स्कूल अधिकतम ₹25 का ही गैर-वापसी योग्य शुल्क ले सकते हैं
- प्रॉस्पेक्टस खरीदना अनिवार्य नहीं
- फॉर्म अंतिम तारीख तक उपलब्ध रहना चाहिए
🎗️ 25% EWS/DG/CWSN कोटा जारी रहेगा
- 25% सीटें इन वर्गों के लिए आरक्षित
- स्कूल मैन्युअली एडमिशन नहीं कर सकते
- सभी एडमिशन DoE द्वारा केंद्रीयकृत प्रक्रिया से होंगे
🏫 सीटों की संख्या कम नहीं की जा सकती
स्कूलों को पिछली तीन वर्षों में उपलब्ध सबसे अधिक सीटों के बराबर सीटें रखनी होंगी।
🎲 ड्रॉ ऑफ लॉट्स अनिवार्य (यदि आवेदन अधिक हों)
- पारदर्शी तरीके से ड्रॉ किया जाएगा
- दो दिन पहले तक अभिभावकों को सूचना
- पूरी प्रक्रिया की वीडियोग्राफी आवश्यक
🔗 आधिकारिक नोटिस
➡️ https://www.edudel.nic.in/upload/upload_2025_26/9179_88_dt_22112025.pdf
❓ अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल (FAQs)
1. कौन आवेदन कर सकता है?
जो बच्चे आयु सीमा पूरी करते हैं, वे ओपन कैटेगरी में आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
2. क्या सरकारी स्कूल भी इसमें शामिल हैं?
नहीं, यह शेड्यूल केवल निजी अनएडेड स्कूलों के लिए है।
3. क्या स्कूल एडमिशन के समय यूनिफॉर्म/किताबें खरीदने को मजबूर कर सकते हैं?
नहीं।
4. पॉइंट्स बराबर होने पर क्या होगा?
ड्रॉ ऑफ लॉट्स होंगे।
5. EWS/DG/CWSN एडमिशन कैसे होगा?
पूरी तरह से DoE की केंद्रीय प्रक्रिया द्वारा।
🌟 निष्कर्ष
आपके बच्चे का पहला स्कूल सिर्फ एक इमारत नहीं, बल्कि सपनों की शुरुआत है। 💛 सही जानकारी और समय पर तैयारी से यह यात्रा सरल और सफल बन सकती है। सभी माता-पिता और बच्चों को शुभकामनाएँ! 🌈📘
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