The Directorate of Education, Delhi has announced Non-Plan Admissions for Classes X and XII for the academic session 2026–27. Admissions will be conducted through a Common Admission Test (CAT) for eligible students.
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🗓️ Important Dates (Admission Schedule)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Start | 06 April 2026 (Monday) |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 April 2026 (Saturday) |
| Admit Card Distribution | 23 April 2026 (Thursday) |
| Common Admission Test | 25 April 2026 (Saturday) |
| Test Timing | 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
| Result Declaration | 28 April 2026 (Tuesday) |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
📘 For Class X Admission
- Must have passed Class IX (2025–26) from a recognized school as a regular student.
📗 For Class XII Admission
- Must have passed Class XI (2025–26) from a recognized school.
- Must meet minimum marks criteria in Class X based on chosen stream.
📊 Stream-wise Eligibility (Class XII)
🔬 Science Stream (With Maths)
- Aggregate: 55%
- English: 50%
- Maths: 50%
- Science: 50%
🧪 Science Stream (Without Maths)
- Aggregate: 55%
- English: 50%
- Maths: 40%
- Science: 50%
💼 Commerce (With Maths)
- Aggregate: 50%
- English: 45%
- Maths: 50%
- Social Science: 45%
📈 Commerce (Without Maths)
- Aggregate: 50%
- English/Hindi: 45%
- Social Science: 45%
📚 Humanities
- Must have passed Class X from CBSE or equivalent board.
- Economics: Minimum 45% aggregate
- Maths (optional): Minimum 50% in Maths
NIOS Students Eligibility
- Students who have passed Class X from NIOS with 55% or more marks (best 5 subjects)
✔ Eligible for Humanities without Skill Subjects - Students with less than 55% marks
✔ Eligible for Humanities with Skill Subjects
🏷️ Relaxation for Reserved Categories
- A 5% relaxation in marks will be given in any one of the three required subjects for admission to a particular stream in Class XII for:
- SC / ST
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- Minorities
- Kashmiri Migrants
- Students securing 1st / 2nd / 3rd position in National Games
♿ Relaxation for Specially Abled Students
- 5% relaxation in all required subjects for admission in any stream of Class XII
🎓 NIOS छात्रों के लिए नियम
- जिन छात्रों ने NIOS से कक्षा 10 में 55% या अधिक अंक (5 मुख्य विषयों में) प्राप्त किए हैं
✔ वे Humanities (बिना Skill Subjects) में प्रवेश के पात्र हैं - जिनके अंक 55% से कम हैं
✔ वे Humanities (Skill Subjects के साथ) में प्रवेश ले सकते हैं
🏷️ आरक्षित वर्ग के लिए छूट
- कक्षा 12 के किसी भी स्ट्रीम में प्रवेश के लिए तीन विषयों में से किसी एक विषय में 5% अंक की छूट दी जाएगी:
- SC / ST
- OBC (नॉन क्रीमी लेयर)
- अल्पसंख्यक
- कश्मीरी प्रवासी
- राष्ट्रीय खेलों में प्रथम/द्वितीय/तृतीय स्थान प्राप्त छात्र
♿ दिव्यांग छात्रों के लिए छूट
सभी आवश्यक विषयों में 5% अंकों की छूट दी जाएगी
📄 Documents Required
📘 For Class X
- Class IX Marksheet (Copy)
- Residence Proof (Delhi)
📗 For Class XII
- Class X & XI Marksheet (Copy)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof (Delhi)
Class 10 Common Admission Test (CAT)
📊 Exam Pattern
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
📚 Subject-wise Marks Distribution
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 20 |
| English | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| Science | 20 |
| Social Science | 20 |
| Total | 100 Marks |
🎓 Class 12 Common Admission Test (CAT)
📊 General Exam Pattern
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Questions per Subject | 25 |
| Marks per Subject | 25 |
| Total Marks | Depends on number of subjects |
🔀 Stream-wise Subject Combination
💼 Commerce Stream
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| Mathematics* | 25 |
| Accountancy | 25 |
| Business Studies | 25 |
| Economics | 25 |
👉 Note: For Commerce without Mathematics, Maths will not be considered.
🔬 Science Stream
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| Physics | 25 |
| Chemistry | 25 |
| Biology* | 25 |
👉 Note:
- PCM → Mathematics is required
- PCB → Biology is required
🌍 Humanities Stream
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| Hindi | 25 |
| Political Science | 25 |
| Economics | 25 |
| History | 25 |
| Geography | 25 |
👉 Important Rules:
- At least one language subject is mandatory
- Maximum 4 subjects must be attempted
- Must include 3 elective subjects
✅ Passing Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum per Subject | 33% |
| Overall Aggregate | 33% |
👉 If a student scores less than 33% in any subject, they will be considered Fail.
📌 Important Exam Tips
| Tips | Description |
|---|---|
| Prepare all subjects | Do not skip any subject |
| Focus on NCERT | Build strong fundamentals |
| Practice MCQs | Improve speed and accuracy |
| Time Management | Follow 1 question = 1 minute strategy |
- Common Admission Test Class 10 2026
- Class 12 CAT Exam Pattern
- Govt School Admission Test 2026
- CAT Passing Marks Criteria
- Stream Wise Subjects Class 12
📢 Conclusion
The Common Admission Test (CAT) for Classes 10 and 12 is an important step for admission into government schools. With balanced preparation, regular practice, and a clear understanding of the exam pattern, students can perform well and secure admission
📝 Key Highlights
- Admission strictly through Common Admission Test (CAT)
- Applicable to all Delhi Govt Schools
- Students must apply within the deadline—no late entries
- Delhi Govt School Admission 2026-27 Class 10 & 12: CAT Form, Dates & Eligibility
- Non-Plan Admission 2026 Delhi Schools: Complete Guide for Class X & XII
- Delhi DOE CAT Admission 2026: Apply for Class 10 & 12 (Full Details)
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