Delhi Nursery Admission 2026-27 To Start From THIS Date; Here're All Important Details 

New Delhi: The admission process for nursery in Delhi is all set to start from December. Parents who are willing to secure a seat for their kids in the private schools across Delhi in the upcoming academic session can note December 4, 2025, as the starting date. 

The comprehensive schedule and guidelines has been released by the Directorate of Education (DoE). The comprehensive schedule includes a transparent and time-bound procedure for admissions to Nursery, Kindergarten (KG), and Class 1.

Here're the Important Dates 

Below mentioned is the official schedule for the 75% general category seats:

• Application Process to Start: December 4, 2025
• Last Date for Application Form Submission: December 27, 2025
• Release of First Waiting List Release Date: January 23, 2026
• Grievance Redressal for First List: January 24 - February 3, 2026
• Release of Second List (with Waiting List): February 9, 2026
• Subsequent Admission List (if any): March 5, 2026
• Admission Process Closure Date: March 19, 2026

What is the Age Eligibility Criteria?

Parents willing to secure a seat for their kids, need to know about the eligibility criteria required for the admission process. It is to be noted here that candidates should meet the age criteria as of March 31, 2026. The DoE has specified the following:

Nursery/KG: The child must be at least 3 years old and a maximum of 4 years old.

KG (Senior): The child must be at least 4 years old and a maximum of 5 years old.

Class 1: The child must be at least 5 years old and a maximum of 6 years old.

What are the essential documents required for admission?

In order to complete the application process, parents are suggested to carry the following documents ready. Schools will need these for age and address verification:

Child's Birth Certificate: The primary document for age proof.

Domicile Certificate: Issued in the name of either the child or the guardian.

Parent’s Voter ID Card: For address and identity verification.

Utility Bills: Recent electricity, water, or telephone bills showing the parent's address.

Aadhaar Card: Of the child or the parent(s).

Ration Card: As a supporting address proof.

It is to be noted here that some schools may also accept a child's passport for age verification.