<\/span><\/h2>\nThe Delhi DoE has implemented consistent and NEP-aligned age rules across all private unaided schools. Schools must follow uniform criteria and cannot set age limits that contradict DoE guidelines.<\/p>\n
\u2b50 Key Changes That Matter to Parents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
Age norms for Nursery, KG and Class 1 follow NEP 2020<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Schools must publish their admission criteria<\/strong>, point-system<\/strong>, and seat details<\/strong> publicly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
The registration fee is capped at \u20b925<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Any kind of capitation fee or forced prospectus sale is prohibited.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Schools must follow the official admission calendar<\/strong> strictly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Transparency is mandatory in the draw of lots<\/strong> for open seats.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThese measures ensure fairness, transparency, and predictability in the admission process.<\/p>\n\n
<\/span>Official DoE Admission Schedule for 2026–27<\/span><\/h2>\nBelow is the timeline most private unaided schools in Delhi will follow for Nursery, KG and Class 1 admissions. These are the dates parents must mark in their calendars.<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcc5 Admission Timeline (2026–27 Session)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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\n\n\nEvent<\/strong><\/th>\nDate \/ Window<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n| Schools upload criteria, point-system, seat matrix<\/td>\n | By 28 November 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Admission forms released on school websites<\/td>\n | 4 December 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Last date to submit application form<\/td>\n | 27 December 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Schools publish list of applicants with points<\/td>\n | 9 January 2026<\/strong> (approx)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| First selection list<\/td>\n | 23 January 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Resolution window for grievances<\/td>\n | 24 Jan – 3 Feb 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Second selection list<\/td>\n | 9 February 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Admission process closes<\/td>\n | 19 March 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span>\u2714 What This Means for Parents<\/span><\/h3>\n\n- \n
Begin shortlisting and preparing documents from October–November 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Forms open only for about 3 weeks<\/strong>, so planning is essential.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Grievance windows are short — keep an eye on school websites.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/span>NEP 2020 Age Criteria (As on 31 March 2026)<\/span><\/h2>\nDelhi now follows strict age criteria aligned with national standards. Your child must<\/strong> fit within these age brackets:<\/p>\n\n \n \n\n\nClass<\/strong><\/th>\nAge Required<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n| Pre-Nursery (if offered)<\/td>\n | 3+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Nursery (Pre-School 1 \/ Balvatika 1)<\/td>\n | 4+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| KG \/ LKG (Pre-School 2 \/ Balvatika 2)<\/td>\n | 5+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| UKG (Pre-School 3 \/ Balvatika 3)<\/td>\n | 5+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Class 1<\/td>\n | 6+ years<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \u2b50 One-Month Age Relaxation<\/strong><\/p>\nSchools may allow a one-month relaxation<\/strong> at the discretion of the principal, but this is not guaranteed.<\/p>\n\u2714 Tip for Parents<\/strong><\/p>\nCheck your child’s exact age on 31 March 2026<\/strong>. If it’s even a few days off, list schools that clearly mention accepting age relaxation.<\/p>\n<\/span>Entry-Level Classes Covered in 2026–27<\/span><\/h2>\nMost private schools admit students at the following levels:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Pre-Nursery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Nursery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
KG \/ LKG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
UKG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Class 1<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Class 1 admissions are heavily regulated under RTE norms and follow very strict age eligibility.<\/p>\n <\/span>Application Process — How Parents Actually Apply<\/span><\/h2>\nUniApply does not<\/strong> accept application forms right now. Applications must be completed on individual school websites<\/strong>.<\/p>\nStep-by-Step Process for Parents on School Websites<\/p>\n Step 1: Visit the School’s Official Website<\/strong><\/p>\nEach private school uploads the admission link on their own website.<\/p>\n Step 2: Fill Child & Parent Details<\/strong><\/p>\nYou must provide:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Child’s name, DOB, gender<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Parent names & employment details<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Address (distance-based points depend on this)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Category (General, Sibling, Alumni, etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Step 3: Upload Documents<\/strong><\/p>\nKeep scanned copies ready:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Birth certificate<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Aadhaar or identity proof<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Proof of residence<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Child’s photograph<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Parent photos<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Previous school report (if applicable)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Certificates for special categories (sibling, alumni, single parent, staff ward etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Step 4: Pay Registration Fee<\/strong><\/p>\nSchools may charge \u20b925<\/strong> (non-refundable).<\/p>\nStep 5: Print \/ Save Acknowledgement<\/strong><\/p>\nThis contains your application number, which helps track results.<\/p>\n Step 6: Merit List or Draw of Lots<\/strong><\/p>\nSchools publish:<\/p>\n \n- \n
List of all applicants with points<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
First selection list<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Second list (if needed)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Parents must visit schools with original documents if selected.<\/p>\n <\/span>The Point-System: How Delhi Schools Select Students<\/span><\/h2>\nMost schools use a 100-point matrix<\/strong> to ensure fairness. Points are awarded based on:<\/p>\nCommon Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
Distance from school<\/strong> (higher points for closer applicants)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Sibling studying in the same school<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Alumni parent<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Girl child<\/strong> (school-specific)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Single parent \/ staff ward<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
First born child<\/strong> (school-specific)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nOpen Seats vs EWS\/DG\/CWSN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
75% seats go to General\/Open<\/strong> category.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
25% seats reserved for EWS\/DG\/CWSN<\/strong> through a government lottery (not conducted by schools).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nDraw of Lots<\/strong><\/p>\nIf applicants with equal points exceed available seats, schools conduct a transparent draw of lots. Many record the process or invite parents to attend.<\/p>\n <\/span>Documents Required for Verification<\/span><\/h2>\nOnce selected, parents must present original documents:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Child’s birth certificate (mandatory)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Proof of residence (at least 2 kinds are recommended)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Parent identity proofs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Child and parent photos<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Vaccination record (sometimes asked)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Sibling proof (fee receipt\/report card)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Alumni proof (school leaving certificate or mark sheet)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Have all documents ready before January 2026 to avoid last-minute rush.<\/p>\n <\/span>How UniApply Helps You<\/span><\/h2>\nUniApply serves as a powerful school discovery, comparison, and enquiry platform<\/strong>, especially useful in a complex city like Delhi.<\/p>\nHere’s how UniApply supports your admission preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\ud83d\udd0d 1. Discover Schools Easily<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
Search schools by board, fees, distance, ratings, facilities, transport, and more.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Learn about labs, sports infrastructure, curriculum, co-curricular focus, teacher-student ratio, etc.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \ud83d\udccb 2. View Admission Info Clearly<\/strong><\/p>\nUniApply displays:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Age criteria<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Important dates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Fee structure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Required documents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Distance criteria<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Seat availability (if provided by the school)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \ud83d\udcca 3. Compare Schools Side-by-Side<\/strong><\/p>\nYou can compare:<\/p>\n \n- \n
Fees<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Facilities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Ratings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Teaching approach<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Campus size<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Transport availability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This makes shortlisting far easier.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcde 4. Enquire Directly with Schools<\/strong><\/p>\nUsing “Enquire Now \/ School Connect<\/strong>”:<\/p>\n\n- \n
Submit interest forms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Get school callbacks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Ask questions about admissions, fees, or campus visits<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Stay informed about new openings or last-minute vacancies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \ud83d\udcc6 5. Track DoE Notifications & School Updates<\/strong><\/p>\nUniApply monitors official circulars and admission announcements so parents always have the latest information.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfaf Final Outcome<\/strong><\/p>\n | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |