{"id":1726,"date":"2025-10-31T06:41:34","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T06:41:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/?p=1726"},"modified":"2025-11-22T20:11:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T20:11:48","slug":"delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Delhi Nursery Admission 2026\u201327: A Complete Parent\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"668\">The Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27 cycle now comes with <strong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"415\">official dates<\/strong>, updated age criteria, and a more structured admission process aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. With the Directorate of Education (DoE) announcing the full timeline, parents can finally plan admissions with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"870\">This quick and comprehensive guide explains the <strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"793\">new age rules, official schedule, selection process, required documents<\/strong>, and expert tips to help you secure your child&rsquo;s seat in a preferred school.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_47_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69fb9e5c7a241\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Understanding_the_Updated_Structure\" title=\"Understanding the Updated Structure\">Understanding the Updated Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Updated_Age_Criteria_for_2026%E2%80%9327_Confirmed_by_DoE\" title=\"Updated Age Criteria for 2026&ndash;27 (Confirmed by DoE)\">Updated Age Criteria for 2026&ndash;27 (Confirmed by DoE)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Delhi_Nursery_Admission_2026%E2%80%9327_Official_Dates_Announced\" title=\"Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27: Official Dates Announced\">Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27: Official Dates Announced<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#How_Delhi_Nursery_Admissions_Work\" title=\"How Delhi Nursery Admissions Work\">How Delhi Nursery Admissions Work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Admission_Categories_in_Delhi\" title=\"Admission Categories in Delhi\">Admission Categories in Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Documents_Required_Keep_Ready_Before_Dec_4\" title=\"Documents Required (Keep Ready Before Dec 4)\">Documents Required (Keep Ready Before Dec 4)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Step-by-Step_Admission_Process\" title=\"Step-by-Step Admission Process\">Step-by-Step Admission Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Useful_Tips_for_Parents\" title=\"Useful Tips for Parents\">Useful Tips for Parents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/delhi-nursery-admission-2026-27-a-complete-parents-guide\/#Final_Word\" title=\"Final Word\">Final Word<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"921\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Updated_Structure\"><\/span>Understanding the Updated Structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1164\">The 2026&ndash;27 session officially implements the <strong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"996\">6+ age rule for Class 1<\/strong>, bringing Delhi fully in line with NEP 2020.<br data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1044\" \/>This ensures children spend adequate time in foundational learning (Nursery, LKG, UKG) before entering formal schooling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1302\">As a result, <strong data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1234\">all pre-primary age groups have shifted accordingly<\/strong>, giving parents a clearer picture of the entire foundational stage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n  <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/schools\/schools-in-delhi\/\">\n    <img\n      src=\"https:\/\/www.uniapply.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Final-Delhi-School-Admission.jpg\"\n      alt=\"\"\n      style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;\"\n    >\n  <\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n<h2 data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1371\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Updated_Age_Criteria_for_2026%E2%80%9327_Confirmed_by_DoE\"><\/span>Updated Age Criteria for 2026&ndash;27 (Confirmed by DoE)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1414\">Age is calculated as on <strong data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1413\">31 March 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\" class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\">\n<table data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1656\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\">\n<thead data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1464\">\n<tr data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1464\">\n<th data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1436\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1435\">Class \/ Level<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1464\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1462\">Minimum Age Required<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1656\">\n<tr data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1555\">\n<td data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1539\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Nursery (Balvatika 1)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1555\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1553\">3+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<td data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1576\" data-col-size=\"sm\">LKG \/ Balvatika 2<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1592\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1590\">4+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1629\">\n<td data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1613\" data-col-size=\"sm\">UKG \/ Balvatika 3<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1629\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1627\">5+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1656\">\n<td data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1640\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Class 1<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1656\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1654\">6+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1787\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1669\">Tip:<\/strong> Even a few days of age difference can affect eligibility, so double-check your child&rsquo;s date of birth before applying.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1860\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delhi_Nursery_Admission_2026%E2%80%9327_Official_Dates_Announced\"><\/span>Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27: Official Dates Announced<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1938\">Here is the <strong data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1896\">confirmed timeline<\/strong> released by the Directorate of Education:<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\" class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\">\n<table data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2550\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\">\n<thead data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1983\">\n<tr data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1983\">\n<th data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1962\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1961\">Admission Stage<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1983\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1981\">Official Date<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2550\">\n<tr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2094\">\n<td data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2069\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Schools upload criteria &amp; point-system<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2094\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2092\">November 28, 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2147\">\n<td data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2123\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Admission forms available<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2147\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2145\">December 4, 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2201\">\n<td data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2176\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Last date to submit forms<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2201\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2199\">December 27, 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2265\">\n<td data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2242\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Schools upload list of all applicants<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2265\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2263\">January 9, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2332\">\n<td data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2308\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Schools upload marks under point system<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2332\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2330\">January 16, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2393\">\n<td data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2369\" data-col-size=\"sm\">First list of selected candidates<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2393\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2391\">January 23, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2447\">\n<td data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2419\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Objection\/query window<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2447\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2445\">Jan 24 &ndash; Feb 3, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2501\">\n<td data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2477\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Second list &amp; waiting list<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2501\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2499\">February 9, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2550\">\n<td data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2528\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Final admission closure<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2550\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2548\">March 19, 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2660\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2568\">Reminder:<\/strong> The registration window is short and strictly monitored &mdash; apply early to avoid missing out.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2709\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Delhi_Nursery_Admissions_Work\"><\/span>How Delhi Nursery Admissions Work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2873\">Most private unaided recognized schools follow a <strong data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2793\">points-based selection system<\/strong> for Open\/General Category seats. This system ensures transparency and fairness.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2914\"><strong data-start=\"2879\" data-end=\"2914\">Common Criteria Used by Schools<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3055\">\n<li data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2943\">\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2943\">Distance from the school<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2988\">\n<p data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2988\">Sibling currently studying in the school<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3006\">\n<p data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3006\">Alumni parent<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3040\">\n<p data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3040\">Girl child \/ first-born child<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3055\">\n<p data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3055\">Staff ward<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3160\">Every school publishes its <strong data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3100\">point matrix<\/strong> and criteria on its website <strong data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3139\">before<\/strong> registration begins.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3251\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3180\">Parent Tip:<\/strong> Check your likely score at each school to shortlist realistic options.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3296\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Admission_Categories_in_Delhi\"><\/span>Admission Categories in Delhi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3332\"><strong data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3332\">1. General \/ Open Category<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3372\">Based on points allotted per criterion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3415\"><strong data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3415\">2. EWS\/DG Category (25% Reserved)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3416\" data-end=\"3474\">For family income-based and socially disadvantaged groups.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3476\" data-end=\"3500\"><strong data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3500\">3. CWSN Category<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3532\">For Children with Disabilities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3664\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3546\">Note:<\/strong> EWS\/DG\/CWSN admissions happen <strong data-start=\"3577\" data-end=\"3585\">only<\/strong> through the DoE&rsquo;s centralized portal &mdash; not through individual school websites.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3724\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_Keep_Ready_Before_Dec_4\"><\/span>Documents Required (Keep Ready Before Dec 4)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"3788\">Prepare both <strong data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3757\">scanned copies<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3784\">physical originals<\/strong> of:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"4060\">\n<li data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3823\">\n<p data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3823\">Birth certificate (mandatory)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3893\">\n<p data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"3893\">Proof of residence (Aadhaar \/ passport \/ voter ID \/ utility bill)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3916\">\n<p data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3916\">Child&rsquo;s photograph<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3941\">\n<p data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3941\">Parents&rsquo; photographs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3942\" data-end=\"3984\">\n<p data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"3984\">Sibling proof (fee receipt or ID card)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4017\">\n<p data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4017\">Alumni proof (if applicable)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4060\">\n<p data-start=\"4020\" data-end=\"4060\">Disability certificate (CWSN category)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4062\" data-end=\"4146\">\ud83d\uddc2 <strong data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4073\">Tip:<\/strong> Keep digital copies under 1 MB in PDF\/JPG format to avoid upload issues.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4153\" data-end=\"4192\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Admission_Process\"><\/span>Step-by-Step Admission Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4194\" data-end=\"4224\"><strong data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4222\">1. Check Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4225\" data-end=\"4283\">Verify your child&#8217;s age based on the updated DoE criteria.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4285\" data-end=\"4326\"><strong data-start=\"4289\" data-end=\"4324\">2. Research &amp; Shortlist Schools<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4327\" data-end=\"4390\">Compare schools based on board, distance, fees, and reputation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4392\" data-end=\"4432\"><strong data-start=\"4396\" data-end=\"4430\">3. Fill Out Forms (From Dec 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4491\" data-end=\"4530\"><strong data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4528\">4. Review Points &amp; Shortlists<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4531\" data-end=\"4605\">Schools publish marks on <strong data-start=\"4556\" data-end=\"4566\">Jan 16<\/strong> and lists on <strong data-start=\"4580\" data-end=\"4590\">Jan 23<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"4595\" data-end=\"4604\">Feb 9<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4648\"><strong data-start=\"4611\" data-end=\"4646\">5. Attend Document Verification<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4695\">Visit schools with originals for verification.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4727\"><strong data-start=\"4701\" data-end=\"4725\">6. Confirm Admission<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4728\" data-end=\"4788\">Pay fees and complete formalities before <strong data-start=\"4769\" data-end=\"4787\">March 19, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4827\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Useful_Tips_for_Parents\"><\/span>Useful Tips for Parents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4829\" data-end=\"5224\">\n<li data-start=\"4829\" data-end=\"4904\">\n<p data-start=\"4831\" data-end=\"4904\">\ud83d\udc4d <strong data-start=\"4834\" data-end=\"4850\">Start early:<\/strong> Prepare documents and shortlist schools in advance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"4974\">\n<p data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"4974\">\ud83c\udfeb <strong data-start=\"4910\" data-end=\"4940\">Apply to multiple schools:<\/strong> Increases chances of selection.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4975\" data-end=\"5046\">\n<p data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"5046\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"4980\" data-end=\"5000\">Track deadlines:<\/strong> Missing dates leads to automatic rejection.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5047\" data-end=\"5123\">\n<p data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5123\">\ud83d\udcdd <strong data-start=\"5052\" data-end=\"5075\">Double-check forms:<\/strong> Small errors (DOB, address) can cause issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5124\" data-end=\"5224\">\n<p data-start=\"5126\" data-end=\"5224\">\ud83d\udd14 <strong data-start=\"5129\" data-end=\"5146\">Stay updated:<\/strong> Follow DoE announcements and UniApply notifications daily during the cycle.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5231\" data-end=\"5265\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5267\" data-end=\"5330\"><strong data-start=\"5271\" data-end=\"5328\">Q1. When will Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026&ndash;27 start?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5331\" data-end=\"5391\">Admission forms will be available from <strong data-start=\"5370\" data-end=\"5390\">December 4, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5443\"><strong data-start=\"5397\" data-end=\"5441\">Q2. What is the minimum age for Nursery?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5444\" data-end=\"5497\">A child must be <strong data-start=\"5460\" data-end=\"5472\">3+ years<\/strong> as on <strong data-start=\"5479\" data-end=\"5496\">31 March 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5499\" data-end=\"5546\"><strong data-start=\"5503\" data-end=\"5544\">Q3. What is the Class 1 age rule now?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5547\" data-end=\"5609\">Children must be <strong data-start=\"5564\" data-end=\"5584\">6 years or older<\/strong> as on <strong data-start=\"5591\" data-end=\"5608\">31 March 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5611\" data-end=\"5663\"><strong data-start=\"5615\" data-end=\"5661\">Q4. Can parents apply to multiple schools?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5715\">Yes &mdash; you can apply to as many schools as you wish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5717\" data-end=\"5754\"><strong data-start=\"5721\" data-end=\"5752\">Q5. How are seats allotted?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5755\" data-end=\"5879\">General category seats are based on the school&rsquo;s points system;<br data-start=\"5818\" data-end=\"5821\" \/>EWS\/DG and CWSN seats are allotted through the DoE portal.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5886\" data-end=\"5905\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word\"><\/span><strong>Final Word<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5907\" data-end=\"6157\">The Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27 cycle is a major milestone, with clear age norms and a streamlined admission schedule. With the dates now officially announced, parents should begin preparing documents, selecting schools, and planning forms early.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6159\" data-end=\"6305\">For verified updates, school-wise criteria, and one-click applications, visit <strong data-start=\"6237\" data-end=\"6253\">UniApply.com<\/strong> &mdash; your trusted partner for Delhi school admissions.<\/p>\n\n<!-- \/wp:html -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Delhi Nursery Admission 2026&ndash;27 cycle now comes with official dates, updated age criteria, and a more structured admission process aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. With the Directorate of Education (DoE) announcing the full timeline, parents can finally plan admissions with clarity and confidence. 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