The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has officially announced the admission notification for the academic year 2025-26. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the KVS admission process, including important dates, eligibility criteria, and guidelines for parents and guardians looking to enroll their children in Kendriya Vidyalayas across India.
Key Highlights of KVS Admissions 2025-26
- Admission Levels: KVS offers admissions for Class 1 to Class 11.
- Online Registration: The registration process for Class 1 will begin on March 7, 2025, and will close on March 21, 2025.
- Age Criteria: Children must be at least 6 years old as of March 31, 2025, to be eligible for Class 1.
- Reservation Policies: KVS follows specific reservation policies for SC, ST, OBC, and differently-abled children.
Admission Schedule for 2025-26
| Event | Scheduled Dates |
|---|---|
| Advertisement for Admission | 1st Week of March 2025 |
| Online Registration for Class I | March 7, 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Registration | March 21, 2025 (10:00 PM) |
| Declaration of Provisional Select List | March 25, 2025 |
| Admission for Selected Candidates | March 25 – April 7, 2025 |
| Registration for Class II and Above | April 2 – April 11, 2025 |
| Last Date for Admission for All Classes | June 30, 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria for KVS Admissions
Age Requirements
- Class I: Minimum age of 6 years and less than 8 years.
- Class II: Minimum age of 7 years and less than 9 years.
- Class III: Minimum age of 7 years and less than 9 years.
- Class IV: Minimum age of 8 years and less than 10 years.
- Class V: Minimum age of 9 years and less than 11 years.
- Class VI: Minimum age of 10 years and less than 12 years.
- Class VII: Minimum age of 11 years and less than 13 years.
- Class VIII: Minimum age of 12 years and less than 14 years.
- Class IX: Minimum age of 13 years and less than 15 years.
- Class X: Minimum age of 14 years and less than 16 years.
Reservation Policies
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 15% of seats
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 7.5% of seats
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 27% of seats
- Differently Abled: 3% of total seats reserved
Admission Process
For Class I
- Online Registration: Parents must register online through the KVS admission portal.
- Provisional List: The provisional list of selected candidates will be published on the KVS website.
- Admission: Eligible candidates will be admitted based on the priority categories.
For Class II and Above
- Offline Registration: Registration will be conducted offline, subject to availability of seats.
- No Admission Test: Admission will be granted based on the priority category system.
- Lottery System: If applications exceed available seats, a lottery system will be implemented.
For Class IX
- Admission Test: An admission test will be conducted, and a merit list will be prepared.
- Subjects: The test will cover Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Science, and Science.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the registration process for Class I admissions?
The registration for Class I will be conducted online from March 7, 2025, to March 21, 2025. Parents need to fill out the online form available on the KVS admission portal.
2. What are the age criteria for admission to Class I?
Children must be at least 6 years old and less than 8 years old as of March 31, 2025, to be eligible for admission to Class I.
3. How are seats reserved for different categories?
KVS reserves seats for SC, ST, OBC, and differently-abled children as per the guidelines. For example, 15% of seats are reserved for SC candidates.
4. Is there an admission test for Class II and above?
No, there is no admission test for Class II and above. Admissions are based on the priority category system.
KVS Online Admission for Class-I for the Academic Year 2025-26 and instructions for downloading and installing the App will be available at https://kvsonlineadmission.kvs.gov.in/.
