Delhi Nursery School Admission: Parents eagerly awaiting nursery admissions in private schools across Delhi can now breathe a sigh of relief. The Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) has unveiled the admission schedule for Nursery, KG, and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27. The application process is set to commence on December 4, 2025, covering 1,700 schools in the capital.

Securing a spot in Delhi's nursery schools can be challenging. To maintain transparency, the admission process involves multiple steps and a points system. Parents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the guidelines to enhance their chances of securing a place in their preferred school. Key details include the availability of admission forms, deadlines, the release of the first list, and fee payment dates. Each school may establish its own admission criteria.

Important Dates for Nursery School Admissions 2026-27:

The Directorate of Education has specified age criteria for admissions based on the child's age as of March 31, 2026:

• Nursery: 3 to 4 years old


• KG: 4 to 5 years old


• Class 1: 5 to 6 years old

Schools will publish the points awarded to applicants on their websites by January 6, 2026. The first selection list will be available on January 20, 2026, based on the points and a lottery system. Parents can raise concerns from January 29 to February 5, 2026. If there are unfilled seats, a second selection list will be issued on February 12, 2026, with the admission process concluding on March 4, 2026.

Admission Guidelines: Schools will charge a nominal fee of ₹25 for the admission form, and no prospectus purchase is necessary. Capitation fees or donations are prohibited.

Acceptable documents for proof of residence include:

• Parents' ration card


• Domicile certificate for child and guardian


• Parents' voter ID card


• Utility bills (electricity and water)


• Child's passport


• Aadhaar card of either parent

Schools may establish their own criteria, such as sibling connections, neighborhood proximity, and single-parent status, within a 100-point system. Distance from home will likely remain a significant factor. The standards set by schools must be fair and transparent. A monitoring cell, led by the District Deputy Director of Education, will oversee the process, ensuring that schools publish their admission criteria and the points awarded to each student on the DoE's online platform. Grievances will also be addressed by this cell.