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Delhi Nursery Admissions Updates: First merit list to release in jan

Delhi nursery admissions 2026: Second merit list released, final round on March 5

February 11, 2026 7:22 am

Under the Directorate of Education’s revised admission framework, the foundational stage includes nursery, kindergarten (KG), and Class 1. For 2026–27 admissions, children must be at least three years old for nursery, four for KG, and five for Class 1 as of March 31, 2026. Schools may allow an age relaxation of up to one month at the discretion of the head of the institution.

Delhi Nursery Admission 2026: Insights every parent must know

February 08, 2026 9:43 am

This moment is not merely an administrative milestone—it is laden with hope, excitement, and a profound sense of responsibility for the thousands of parents waiting to secure the right foundation for their child's future.

Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27: First list of shortlisted students expected on Jan 23

Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27: First list of shortlisted students out

January 23, 2026 6:59 pm

After the first list is out, parents may submit objections or request clarifications on point allocation between January 24 and February 3, 2026.

For admission in 2026–27, a child must be at least 3 for nursery, 4 for KG, and 5 for Class 1 as of March 31, 2026 (Representative Image/Express photo by Ashish Kale)

Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026: What is the minimum age to get admission in nursery?

December 05, 2025 11:49 am

The admission cycle will begin on December 4, and the same norms will apply across all private unaided recognised schools. Schools have also been directed to strictly adhere to the notified timeline, without any deviation.

Schools have been instructed to clearly display point distribution on their websites and upload details of selected students under open seats with their scores. Any draw of lots must be conducted in the presence of parents and video recorded.

Delhi schools upload nursery admission criteria for 2026-27; distance emerges as top factor

November 30, 2025 9:18 am

The full admission schedule with application forms will be available from December 4 and the first list of selected candidates to be released on January 23.

Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27: Criteria for academic session out; application dates, eligibility

November 28, 2025 9:17 am

According to the schedule, schools must upload details of all applicants on January 9 and release the marks allotted to each child under the points system by January 16.

Admission schedule out for Delhi private schools for 2026–27 session

November 24, 2025 9:25 am

Schools will have to upload their admission criteria and points for open seats (other than EWS/DG/CWSN categories) by November 28.

1,307 kids with special needs selected in first draw of lots for admission to Delhi private schools

Delhi Private Schools Admission: 1,307 kids with special needs selected in first draw of lots

March 22, 2025 9:57 am

According to data shared by the Directorate of Education (DoE) on Thursday, the selection was done through a computerised draw for preschool, KG, and Class-1 curricula.

Delhi govt directs schools to admit students under EWS, DG categories through computerised draws

March 03, 2025 9:26 am

The department also cautioned against individuals or institutions falsely claiming to influence or guarantee admissions under these categories, it read.

DOE issues SOPs for Delhi nursery admission

DOE releases guidelines for EWS, DG students' admissions in private schools

January 05, 2025 9:33 am

Admissions will be conducted through a computerised draw of lots, with successful candidates informed through text messages, e-mails or over the phone, the circular read.

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Delhi Nursery, KG and Class 1 admissions: Application forms, top schools criteria and other details

November 29, 2019 1:41 pm

All recognised private schools in Delhi are required to reserve 22% of their seats for children from economically weaker or disadvantaged groups, and 3% for children with special needs