School Admission Guide for Delhi NCR (2026-27)
Everything parents need to know about school admissions in Delhi NCR: minimum age criteria, RTE 25% quota applications, mandatory document checklists, and application timelines.
Age Cut-off & Entry Criteria
Delhi-NCR School Education Board Guidelines
3 years (upper age limit 4 years)
5 to 6 years
📌 Cut-off Date: Age is strictly calculated as of 31st March of the academic year. Delhi DoE releases a centralized point system schedule for private un-aided nursery admissions every winter.
Required Documents Checklist
Keep scanned copies ready for online & offline school registration
- Child Birth Certificate issued by MCD
- Proof of Residence in Delhi (Domicile / Aadhaar / Passport / Electricity Bill)
- Parent Point System Evidence (Alumni proof / Sibling studying proof / First child declaration)
- EWS / DG Income Certificate (issued by Revenue Dept, Govt of NCT of Delhi)
- Passport size photographs of child and parents
Right to Education (RTE) 25% Admission Quota
Free education seats for EWS & disadvantaged groups
Under Section 12(1)(c) of the Right to Education Act, all private non-aided schools in Delhi NCR are legally mandated to reserve 25% of their entry-level seats (Nursery or Class 1) for children from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and disadvantaged communities.
Official Reference Source: https://www.edudel.nic.in/
Admission FAQs for Delhi NCR
Common parent queries for the 2026-27 session
What is the age criteria for Nursery & Class 1 admissions in Delhi NCR for 2026-27?
For Delhi-NCR, the minimum age for Nursery entry is 3 years (upper age limit 4 years). For Class 1 entry, children must be 5 to 6 years, evaluated as of 31st March of the academic year.
When do school admissions open in Delhi NCR for the 2026-27 session?
Most leading schools in Delhi NCR open registrations during December to February (DoE point-system schedule). Early application is recommended as seats in top CBSE, ICSE, and IB schools fill up quickly.
How does the 25% RTE quota admission work in Delhi NCR?
Under Section 12(1)(c) of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 25% of seats in private non-aided schools are reserved for economically weaker sections (EWS) and disadvantaged groups. Applications are submitted via the Directorate of Education (DoE) Delhi EWS/DG Portal.
What documents are mandatory for school admissions in Delhi NCR?
Key documents include the official Municipal Birth Certificate, parents' proof of residence, child & parent photos, Aadhaar cards, previous report card/transfer certificate (Class 1+), and medical/immunization records.