The wait is over for parents and guardians who registered their children for nursery, kindergarten (KG), or Class 1 admissions in Delhi for the 2025-26 academic year. The Delhi Department of Education (DoE) released the first merit list today, January 17, 2025.
Important Dates
- First Merit List Released: January 17, 2025
- Download Merit List: edudel.nic.in
- Allotment Queries: January 18 to 27, 2025 (if needed)
- Second Merit List (if required): February 3, 2025
How to Download the Merit List
Parents can download the first merit list from the official website of the Delhi Department of Education, edudel.nic.in. Schools will also display the merit list and waiting list.
Important dates for Delhi Nursery Admissions 2025-26
| Date | Event |
| January 3, 2025 | Last date for parents to upload details for nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions (open seats) |
| January 17, 2025 | Release of the first list of selected students |
| January 18 to January 27, 2025 | The window for allotment-related queries for the first list |
| February 3, 2025 | Release of the second list of selected children (if needed) |
| February 5 to February 11, 2025 | The window for allotment-related queries for the second list |
Addressing Allotment Queries
From January 18 to 27, 2025, parents can address any queries they may have regarding the allotment process for the first list.
Second Merit List
The Department of Education will release a second merit list on February 3, 2025, only if necessary.
Age Relaxation Policy
For students falling slightly outside the minimum or upper age limit for their respective classes, the heads of schools have the authority to grant an age relaxation of up to 30 days. Parents seeking such an exemption must approach the school heads or principals directly and submit a manual application.
This streamlined admission process aims to ensure transparency, accessibility, and cater to the needs of diverse groups within the city.
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