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Which class for my child's age? A school-entry calculator for India
Enter your child's date of birth, the year the school session starts and the school's cutoff date. See the age on the cutoff date and the class that age usually matches.
Usual class for this age
What is the right age for Class 1?
Under the National Education Policy, children are expected to be 6 years old for Class 1, counted on a cutoff date. The cutoff and the minimum age differ by state, board and school, and some schools allow exceptions. This tool shows the class that matches the age on the cutoff you choose.
The usual pattern
Age 3 on the cutoff: Nursery. Age 4: LKG. Age 5: UKG. Age 6: Class 1, and so on up to Class 12 at age 17. Always confirm with the school you are applying to.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the age limit for Class 1 in India?
Under the National Education Policy the usual age is 6 on the cutoff date. States, boards and schools set their own cutoff dates and minimum ages.
What age is Nursery, LKG and UKG?
Usually 3, 4 and 5 years on the cutoff date.
My child is a few months short. What now?
Some schools allow exceptions and others do not. Ask the school, and consider enrichment learning while you wait.
Does my data leave my device?
No. The calculation runs in your browser.
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