Delhi School Admission 2026–27: Nursery Admission Process Begins from December 4 — Key Rules, Dates & Documents Explained
The race for nursery admissions in Delhi schools is set to begin once again. The application process for the 2026–27 session will start on 4 December, and parents have already begun preparing. This year, several changes have been introduced in the rules, including updates to the marking system. Since even a small mistake can affect admission chances, here is a detailed guide addressing all major questions regarding Delhi Nursery Admissions.
When Will Admissions Begin?
The application process for nursery admissions in Delhi private schools will start from 4 December, with the first list releasing in January.
The second list will be announced in February and the third list in March.
Admissions are expected to be completed by April 2026.
Last date to submit application forms: 27 December.
How to Apply?
Parents can download the application form from the website of the school they wish to apply to.
Information on schools is also available on edudel.nic.in.
There is no need to visit schools physically to collect forms.
Registration Fee
A fee of ₹25 is applicable for all school applications.
Schools cannot charge more than ₹25 for the admission form.
If any school violates the rule, complaints can be filed with the Directorate of Education.
How to Choose Schools?
Parents should first list schools located closest to their residence.
Forms can be filled for all schools within a 0–8 km radius.
It is advised to apply to at least 10 schools to increase chances of selection.
Admission Process
Delhi nursery admission is based on a 100-point system, where points are allotted under various categories.
Along with the point system, a lottery system is also used, and the process is recorded on video.
Schools publish their 100-point criteria chart on their official websites.
Priority Criteria
Distance from residence to school: 30–70 points
Sibling already studying in the same school: 15–40 points
Alumni parents (studied in the same school): 10–40 points
Government employee parents with transfer case: Additional points
Points are also allocated for single parents, girl child, and special categories.
Required Documents
For admission, parents need to submit Address Proof and ID Proof.
Accepted Address Proofs:
Aadhaar Card, Electricity/Phone Bill, Passport, Voter ID, Rent Agreement
Accepted ID Proofs:
Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID
Additional documents must be provided for claiming category points, such as transfer orders, sibling proof, old school certificate, death certificate, divorce certificate, etc.
Age Criteria
Nursery/Pre-school: 3–4 years
(Child should be born between 1 April 2021 and 31 March 2022)
KG: 4–5 years
Class 1: 5–6 years
No Age Relaxation:
There is no relaxation even for a few extra days. Schools cannot modify the age criteria.
EWS Category Admissions
Families with an annual income of ₹5 lakh or less can apply under the EWS category.
Applications can be submitted on edudel.nic.in.
25% seats in every private school are reserved for EWS, Disadvantaged Group (DG) and Children with Special Needs (CWSN).
Conclusion
With forms opening from December 4, parents are advised to stay updated, prepare documents in advance, and apply to multiple nearby schools to maximize admission chances.
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