1. Introduction
Explore the complete RTE Admission 2025–26 Guide with age-wise class eligibility, admission rules, and official government circulars. Find out which age group is eligible for Nursery, LKG, UKG, and Grade 1 under the Right to Education Act.
2. Official Government Circular: RTE Admission Guidelines 2025‑26
The Maharashtra Education Dept. released the RTE 25% online admission guidelines on 13 January 2025 for AY 2025‑26, ensuring one-fourth of seats are reserved for weaker and disadvantaged children
Download here:
PDF] Year 2023-24 RTE Admission Age Rule
PDFमहाराष्ट्र शासन – Official website of Government of Maharashtra, India
PDF] Government of Maharashtra Draft Rules of Admission
2025 Admission Age Criteria for Schools in Mumbai
3. RTE 25% Admission Timeline (Maharashtra)
- Notification Released: 13 Jan 2025
- Application Opens: 14 Jan – 2 Feb 2025 (extended)
- Lottery Draw: 14 Feb 2025
- Admission Start: 17 Feb – 10 Mar 2025
Age Criteria for Admission – Academic Year 2025-26
Are you planning to enroll your child for the academic session 2025-26? Below is a comprehensive guide on minimum and maximum age eligibility for various classes from Playgroup to 1st Standard, based on government guidelines.
This helps ensure proper academic placement and readiness of your child.
Age Rule Table (As per Govt. Circular)
| Sr. No. | Standard | Min DOB & Age | Max DOB & Age (Regular Student) | Max DOB & Age (Mentally Retarded Student) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st Standard | 31/12/2019 (6 Yrs, 0 M, 0 D) | 01/07/2018 (7 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) | 01/07/2014 (11 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) |
| 2 | Senior KG | 31/12/2020 (5 Yrs, 0 M, 0 D) | 01/07/2019 (6 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) | 01/07/2015 (10 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) |
| 3 | Junior KG | 31/12/2021 (4 Yrs, 0 M, 0 D) | 01/07/2020 (5 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) | 01/07/2016 (9 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) |
| 4 | Pre-KG | 31/12/2022 (3 Yrs, 0 M, 0 D) | 01/07/2021 (4 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) | 01/07/2017 (8 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) |
| 5 | Playgroup | 31/12/2023 (2 Yrs, 0 M, 0 D) | 01/07/2022 (3 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) | 01/07/2018 (7 Yrs, 5 M, 30 D) |
Key Points:
- Eligibility cut-off dates are calculated as of 31st December 2023 (minimum) and 1st July 2023 (maximum).
- Special consideration is given for mentally retarded students, allowing additional age flexibility.
- It is mandatory to submit a valid Birth Certificate from a government authority at the time of admission.
- This policy applies to both private and government schools unless otherwise stated.
4. Age Eligibility by Class (as of 31 December 2024 for Pre-Primary; BMC & others as of June 2025)
Pre-Primary (RTE Admission Age‑Wise & Government Guidelines )
| Class | Birth Range | Age by Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery/Play | 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2022 | ~2½ to ~3½ years |
| Jr KG | 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2021 | ~3½ to ~4½ years |
| Sr KG | 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2020 | ~4½ to ~5½ years |
| Class 1 | 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2019 | ~5½ to ~6½ years |
Maharashtra state board School
For Class 1 (as of June 2025):
- General students: born between 1 Apr 2017 – 1 Apr 2019 (6–8 years)
- Differently‑abled category: up to 10 yrs (born 1 Apr 2015 – 1 Apr 2019)
5. Age Relaxation
- Up to 4 months flexibility is often allowed by private schools around cut‑off dates
- Special‑needs children may receive up to 2 years relaxation
6. Who Can Apply for Which Class?
- Play/Nursery: Born in 2022 (2½–3½ yrs as of Dec 2024)
- Junior KG: Born in 2021 (3½–4½ yrs)
- Senior KG: Born in 2020 (4½–5½ yrs)
- Class 1: Born in 2019 (5½–6½ yrs)
- Class 1: Born between Apr 2017–Apr 2019 (6–8 yrs), or up to Apr 2015 if differently-abled
(Age loosely according to Mumbai standards; school-to-school flexibility may apply.)
7. Required Documents
- Birth certificate (municipal/municipality)
- Proof of residence (e.g., Aadhar, utility bills)
- Caste / income certificates (if applying under RTE-25%)
- Disability certificate (for age relaxation)
8. Admission Process – Step by Step
- RTE 25% Admission
- Apply online at the municipal portal between Jan 14‑Feb 2, 2025.
- Lottery conducted on Feb 14; admissions processed Feb 17‑Mar 10
- General Admissions
- Typically begin in November–December 2024.
- Distribution of forms, document submission, interaction/interview, followed by seat allotment.
- KVS Admission
- Applications in early 2025.
- Ensure DOB range matches Apr 1, 2017–2019 (or adult waiver) and submit required certificates.
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10. Quick Download & Apply Links
- RTE Guidelines 2025‑26 (PDF):
https://balvatikaadmission.in/maharashtra-rte-guidelines-2025-26/ - Maharashtra RTE 25% Portal:
student.maharashtra.gov.in/adm_portal(student.maharashtra.gov.in)
