The Karnataka government has relaxed the age eligibility for Class 1 admissions by 60 days for 2026–27, offering relief to parents. Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa said the move addresses concerns over the June 1 cutoff and added that a permanent solution for LKG, UKG and Class 1 norms will be introduced.

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government on Thursday announced a 60-day relaxation in the age eligibility norm for class 1 admissions for the 2026-27 academic year, following demands from parents.

Minister for School Education and Literacy Madhu Bangarappa made a statement in this regard in the Legislative Assembly.

The government’s move aims to provide relief to parents whose children fell short of the prescribed age limit, as existing rules mandate that children must be six years old by June 1 to be eligible for admission to class 1.

"There has been a demand from parents to relax the six-year age eligibility norm for admission to class 1. They have also submitted a memorandum to me," he said while announcing the decision.