Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 for Class 1 - KVS Online Admission Portal kvsangathan.nic.in

Important Dates for KVS Class 1 Admission 2026-27

The entrance to Kendriya Vidyalayas Class 1 is governed by a priority category framework and an online lottery system. There are no written entrance examinations, nor are interviews conducted. Selection is determined by the applicant's priority category, with a lottery used to finalise admissions within each group as required. Check the dates below for the application.

Eligibility Criteria for KVS Online Admission 2026-27

• Minimum Age: A child must be at least 6 years old as of March 31 of the academic year in which admission is sought.

• Maximum Age: The child must be less than 8 years old as of March 31.

• April 1 Inclusion: A child born on April 1 is also considered eligible for admission in that academic year.

• Age Relaxation: Differently-abled children (Children with Special Needs - CwSN) may receive a maximum age relaxation of two years

How to Apply for Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 for Class 1?

The upper limit for Class 1 strength is set at 40 students. To get KV admission to Class 1, students and their guardians must follow the given steps and fill out the KVS admission form.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to kvsonlineadmission.kvs.gov.in.

2. Registration: Select "New Registration." Provide the child’s and parents' details. Upon submission, students will receive a unique Login Code/Registration Number.

3. Fill the Form: Log in using credentials. Choose up to three preferred Kendriya Vidyalayas.

4. Upload & Submit: Upload the necessary documents, preview the form to ensure all information is accurate, and submit.

5. Print: Keep a copy of the final submitted application and the confirmation receipt safe for future reference.

Documents Required for Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27

Students must have digital (scanned) copies of the following documents ready before starting the application:

• Proof of date of birth

• Residence proof

• Photograph

• Category certificate

• Service credentials

KVS Class 1 Admission 2026-27 Priority Categories

KVS admission is prioritised based on the service category of the parents (e.g., Central Government employees, Armed Forces personnel, State Government employees, and employees of Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous bodies). Within these categories, preference is often given based on the number of transfers a parent has had in the preceding seven years.

KVS Admission 2026:40 Students Seat Allocation

For every section of 40 students in Class 1, the following specific seat reservations apply:

Lottery Order Sequence for KVS Admission 2026-27

After registration closes, each Kendriya Vidyalaya conducts the lottery in the following specific order:

1. First Lot (RTE): 10 seats per section are filled from all applicants living in the neighbourhood (within 5 km for major cities/metros or 8 km for other areas).

2. Second Lot (CwSN): Lotteries for Children with Special Needs under SC/ST/OBC-NCL and Unreserved categories.

3. Third Lot (Priority Cats): Remaining seats are filled starting with Priority Category I, then Category II (and up to Cat III for Project/IHL schools).

4. Fourth Lot (Reservation Shortfall): If the reserved seats for SC, ST, or OBC-NCL are not yet filled, the shortfall is addressed by admitting students from those categories based on priority order.

5. Fifth Lot (Remaining Vacancies): If seats remain, they are filled by applicants from Category III onwards (Cat IV onwards for Project/IHL schools)