Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27: Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has officially released the Admission Notification for Academic Session 2026-27. The admission process will begin from 20 March 2026 for Class 1 and Balvatika classes through online mode. Parents who want to enroll their children in Kendriya Vidyalayas should carefully check the complete schedule, eligibility, and admission process before applying.
This year also, KVS will conduct admissions in online and offline modes depending on class availability, and strict verification of documents will be done to avoid fake admissions.
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KVS Admission 2026-27 Overview
| Organization | Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Classes | Balvatika-1, 2, 3 & Class 1 to 11 |
| Application Mode | Online (Class 1 & Balvatika), Offline (Other Classes) |
| Registration Start | 20 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Official Website | kvsangathan.nic.in |
Important Dates (KVS Admission Schedule 2026-27)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 20 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 April 2026 |
| 1st Merit List | 08 April (Balvatika), 09 April (Class 1) |
| 2nd List | 16 April 2026 |
| 3rd List | 21 April 2026 |
| Offline Registration (Class 2+) | 02 to 08 April 2026 |
| Admission for Class 2+ | 15 to 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Admission (Except XI) | 30 June 2026 |
| Final Admission Deadline | 31 July 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit)
| Class | Age Limit (as on 31 March 2026) |
|---|---|
| Balvatika-1 | 3 to 4 years |
| Balvatika-2 | 4 to 5 years |
| Balvatika-3 | 5 to 6 years |
| Class 1 | Minimum 6 years |
Age calculation will be strictly based on 31 March 2026, and relaxation is applicable for special categories.
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Admission Process (Class-wise)
Class 1 & Balvatika
- Admission will be done through online mode only
- Selection will be based on lottery system (draw of lots)
- Lists will be released in multiple rounds
Class 2 to 8
- Admission will be done offline only if seats are vacant
- Forms must be submitted in the respective KV school
Class 9 & 11
- Based on availability of seats
- Class 11 admission depends on Class 10 results
Reservation Criteria
KVS follows reservation as per Government norms:
- SC – 15%
- ST – 7.5%
- OBC (NCL) – 27%
- CwSN – 3% horizontal reservation
Priority Categories in Admission
Admission priority is given in the following order:
- Children of Central Government employees
- Children of PSU/Autonomous body employees
- State Government employees
- Other categories
Preference is also based on number of transfers in last 7 years.
Important Instructions for Parents
- Only online applications are accepted for Class 1
- Ensure all documents are correct; wrong details can lead to cancellation
- Admission is not guaranteed by registration alone
- Schools will publish vacancy details for higher classes before admission
- Document verification is strict and mandatory
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Required Documents
- Birth Certificate (for Class 1)
- Address Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Service Certificate (for government employees)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
When Will Classes Start?
- Fresh Class 1 & Balvatika students: 20 April 2026
- Promoted students: 01 April 2026
Important Links
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Notice | Notice |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Guidelines | Guidelines |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Schedule | Schedule |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Balvatika Schools List | Balvatika List |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Apply Online (Class-1, Balvatika) | Online Form |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Admission 2026-27 Apply Online (2-11 Classes) | Online Form |
| Kendriya Vidyalaya (KVS) Official Website | KVS School |
