School Admission Age Calculator
Enter your child's date of birth and the calculator shows their exact age on the admission cut-off date, plus the class they are typically eligible for in India - playgroup, nursery, LKG, UKG or Class 1. Most Indian schools use 31 March or 1 June as the cut-off; NEP 2020 sets 6+ years for Class 1.
Enter your child's date of birth to see the class they can join in the 2027-28 session, plus their full school timeline from playgroup to Class 12.
Parents also ask
What is the right age for nursery admission in India?
Most schools admit children to nursery at 3+ years as of the cut-off date (usually 31 March of the admission year). Playgroup typically starts at 1.5 to 2.5 years, LKG at 4+, and UKG at 5+.
What does NEP 2020 say about the age for Class 1?
The National Education Policy 2020 sets the minimum age for Class 1 at 6 years. Most states now enforce 6+ as of the cut-off date, which shifts nursery to 3+, LKG to 4+ and UKG to 5+.
Which cut-off date should I use?
It varies by state and school: 31 March is the most common, but many schools use 1 April, 1 June or even 31 December. Check the school's admission notice - this calculator lets you switch between all four.
My child misses the cut-off by a few weeks. What are my options?
Some schools allow a relaxation of 30 to 90 days at the principal's discretion, especially for playgroup and nursery. Ask the school directly; policies differ even within the same city.