Delhi to enforce uniform age of six years for Class 1 from 2026-27, aligns with NEP 2020 for stronger foundational learning

The Delhi government will enforce a uniform admission age of six years for Class 1 in all schools from the 2026-27 session, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The revised structure redefines early education stages from Nursery to Class 1, ensuring developmental readiness, reducing academic pressure, and standardising learning outcomes across Delhi’s school ecosystem.

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