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Kolkata school admission guide 2027-28

Kolkata's private schools run their own admissions, typically opening nursery, KG and Class 1 registration in the months before the new session. Several older ICSE schools start their process earlier than others.

Typical timeline

  1. Enquiries & campus visits

    Aug–Oct 2026 · happening now

    Shortlist schools, attend open days and register interest. Popular schools start taking enquiries from August.

  2. Nursery & entry-class registration

    Nov 2026–Jan 2027

    Pre-primary and entry-level forms are released first and fill fastest — register in the first fortnight.

  3. Main admission window

    Nov 2026–Feb 2027

    Forms for Class 1 onwards, interactions or entrance tests, and document submission at most private schools.

  4. Results, offers & fee payment

    Feb–Mar 2027

    Schools publish lists and offers; secure a seat by paying the admission fee before the stated deadline.

  5. New session begins

    Apr 2027

    The academic year starts in April for CBSE, ICSE and most state-board schools.

Dates are typical. Always confirm with the school or the official West Bengal government notice.

Rules to know in Kolkata

School-wise process

Each private school sets its own registration window, form fee and interaction. Check the school's own admission notice for dates.

RTE 25% quota

Reserved entry-level seats under the Right to Education Act are handled through the state's process. Check the current West Bengal notice for how to apply.

Age criteria

West Bengal sets minimum ages for entry classes, and CBSE/ICSE schools may follow their own notice. Confirm the exact limits in the current year's notice before applying.

Application tips

  • Shortlist 6–10 schools by distance first — most city schools give weight to how close you live, and a long commute wears children down.
  • Keep a documents folder ready before forms open: birth certificate, address proof, parents' ID, recent photos, Aadhaar (if available), caste/EWS certificate where applicable, and the previous school's report card and transfer certificate for older children.
  • Visit campuses or attend open days. Ask about class size, teacher turnover, transport routes and the full fee breakup, not just tuition.
  • Apply to several schools rather than one — popular schools receive many more applications than seats.
  • Note every school's fee-payment deadline separately. An offer usually lapses if the admission fee is not paid in time.
  • Save receipts and registration numbers for every form; you will need them to check lists and results.

Schools to look at in Kolkata

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Questions parents ask

When do school admissions open in Kolkata?

Many private schools typically open registration for entry classes between October and January for the next session. Dates differ by school, so confirm with each school.

Is there a common admission portal in Kolkata?

Generally only for RTE quota seats. For general seats you apply to each school directly.

What documents do Kolkata schools ask for?

Usually the birth certificate, address proof, parents' ID, photos and, for older children, the previous report card and transfer certificate.

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