Haryana Mandates 6-Year Age for Class 1 Admissions from 2026
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News18•17-01-2026, 13:57
Haryana Mandates 6-Year Age for Class 1 Admissions from 2026
- •Haryana will enforce a six-year age requirement for Class 1 admissions starting from the 2026-27 academic year, ending the previous six-month age waiver.
- •This change aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and follows directives from the Punjab and Haryana High Court in the Divisha Yadav vs State of Haryana case.
- •Children not meeting the age requirement will enter pre-primary classes and advance to Class 1 upon meeting the criteria, ensuring they stay with their peers.
- •30 states and Union Territories have already adjusted their admission criteria in line with the policy, including Delhi, Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Punjab.
- •Parents are advised to plan admissions early, follow official notifications, and choose schools that suit their child’s needs and budget.
Why It Matters: Haryana implements a 6-year minimum age for Class 1 admissions from 2026, aligning with NEP 2020.
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