Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026 : The admission process for Class 1 in Kendriya Vidyalayas for the academic session 2026–27 has officially started. Under the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, parents can now apply online for their children through the official admission portal.
The process is completely digital, and applicants are advised to carefully follow the guidelines to avoid any mistakes during form submission.
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) Important Dates
| Notification Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
| 1st Merit List (Balvatika) Date | 08 April 2026 |
| 1st Merit List (Class 1) Date | 09 April 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List Date | 16 April 2026 |
| 3rd Merit List Date | 21 April 2026 |
KVS Admission 2026 APPLICATION FEE
| General/ OBC | N/A |
| EWS | N/A |
| SC/ ST/ PH | N/A |
KVS AGE LIMIT AS ON 31.03.2026
| For Balvatika-1 | 3 to 4 Years |
| For Balvatika-2 | 4 to 5 Years |
| For Balvatika-3 | 5 to 6 Years |
| For Class 1st | 6 to 8 Years |
Eligibility Criteria for Class 1
For admission to Class 1, the child must meet the age requirement set by KVS. The minimum age is 6 years, and the maximum age should be below 8 years as of March 31, 2026. Special relaxation is provided to children with disabilities as per rules.
Documents Required
Parents need to keep essential documents ready before filling out the application form. These typically include:
- Birth certificate (age proof)
- Address proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Service certificate of parents (for government employees)
All documents must be valid and correctly uploaded to avoid rejection during verification#
How to Apply Online
The application process is simple and can be completed in a few steps:
- Visit the official KVS admission website
- Register using basic details
- Fill in student and parent information
- Upload required documents
- Pay Application Fees.
- Submit the form and download confirmation & Print
Admissions are granted through a computerized lottery system to ensure transparency and fairness
Selection Process and Admission
Selection for Class 1 is not based on any entrance exam. Instead, seats are allotted through a random lottery system. Once selected, parents must complete document verification and admission formalities within the given timeline.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Admission Schedule | Download Now |
| Download List of Balvatika KVS | Download Now |
| Download Official Notification | Download Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs –
The admission process for KVS Class 1 begins in 20 March 2026.
The child must be between 6 to 8 years old as of March 31, 2026.
You can apply online by filling out the application form on the official KVS admission website.
02 April 2026