Delhi govt to implement uniform admission age of six years for class 1 from 2026-27; seeks public suggestions
Starting from the 2026-27 academic session, Delhi schools will implement a uniform minimum age of six years for Class 1 admissions, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The foundational stage will be restructured to include three years of pre-primary education. The Directorate of Education has invited suggestions from stakeholders to ensure a participatory process before implementation.