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Age eligibility, testing criteria and required documents for DPS Taj City, Agra

Admission to DPS TajCity is based on age eligibility, seat availability, the applicable interaction or written assessment, and verification of the required documents. The school follows a transparent and learner-centred admission process from Early Years 1 to Grade 8, supporting families seeking school admission and Cambridge school admission in Agra.

Age Eligibility — Early Years 1 to Grade 1

For the academic session 2026-27, the DPS TajCity age criteria are calculated as of 31 July 2026.

Parents seeking Early Years admission in Agra or nursery admission in Agra must ensure that the date of birth entered in the registration form matches the Municipal Corporation Birth Certificate. Eligibility is subject to verification of the prescribed documents and availability of seats. Admission may be cancelled if any discrepancy or misrepresentation is identified between the registration details and the supporting records.

Admission Criteria — Grade I to III

Admission to Grades 1 to 3 at DPS TajCity is based on age and grade eligibility, availability of seats and an informal interaction with the child. The interaction is conducted in a supportive and age-appropriate manner to understand the learner's communication, confidence, readiness and engagement with foundational learning. No formal written entrance test is prescribed for these grades. For class 1 admission in Agra and DPS TajCity Grade 1 admission, the child must also meet the prescribed age criterion. Final admission is confirmed after review of the application, verification of documents, payment of the applicable fees and completion of the required formalities.

Admission Criteria — Grade IV to VIII

Applicants for Grades 4 to 8 complete an offline written entrance assessment in English, Mathematics and Science, followed by an interaction. The assessment evaluates the learner's readiness for the grade applied for and is based on key concepts from the preceding grade. Parents seeking Cambridge school admission in Agra should refer to the DPS TajCity entrance test and the grade-wise DPS TajCity admission syllabus available on the school website. Selection is based on assessment performance, interaction, previous academic records, document verification and availability of seats. Admission is confirmed after approval, payment of the prescribed fees and completion of e-NACH registration.

Enquiry & Registration

The DPS TajCity admission process begins with a free online enquiry through the school website. Parents may then complete the online registration form and pay the one-time, non-refundable registration fee of ₹7,200. Recent passport-size photographs of the candidate and parents must be uploaded, and applicants to Grade 4 onwards must also upload the report card of the last qualified grade. All documents must be below 1 MB and submitted in PDF, JPEG or JPG format. The completed registration and successful payment record the application for consideration. Registration does not guarantee admission, which remains subject to eligibility, the applicable interaction or assessment, document verification and seat availability.

Documents Required at Admission

Parents asking what documents are required for DPS TajCity admission should prepare the following before completing the formalities:

• Self-attested colour photocopy of the Municipal Corporation Birth Certificate (Early Years 1, Early Years 2, Early Years 3 and Grade 1)
• Recent passport-size colour photographs of the candidate and parents
• Valid parent identity proof and current address proof
• Report card of the last qualified grade (Grade 4 onwards, uploaded during registration)
• Original School Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate and the previous report card (Grade 2 onwards)
• Transfer Certificate countersigned by the respective education authority, for students coming from outside Agra (wherever applicable)
• School health card duly signed by a registered medical practitioner

This list explains what documents are required for DPS TajCity admission.

Important Notes

• Admission is subject to age eligibility, seat availability, the applicable interaction or written assessment, verification of documents and payment of the prescribed fees.
• Parents must provide complete and accurate information and complete all formalities within the timelines communicated by the Admissions Team.
• The school reserves the right to accept or reject an application.
• Admission may be cancelled if any discrepancy or misrepresentation is identified between the registration form and the supporting documents.
• For Early Years 1, Early Years 2, Early Years 3 and Grade 1, parents are responsible for ensuring that the child is mentally and physically fit to attend school regularly.
• All non-refundable fees remain subject to the school's published fee policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your step-by-step guide to joining DPS Taj City, Agra's 1st International Board school

The DPS TajCity admission process is designed to be clear, convenient and parent-friendly. Parents begin with a free online enquiry, proceed with online registration and complete the applicable age verification, interaction or written assessment. The Admissions Team guides families through document submission, fee payment, e-NACH registration and final admission confirmation.

DPS Taj City at a Glance

Cambridge Affiliated (Cambridge Assessment International Education)

DPS TajCity is a registered Cambridge International School offering Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary. The Cambridge curriculum develops strong subject knowledge, conceptual understanding and future-ready skills through inquiry, application, collaboration and reflection.

Agra's 1st International Board School

DPS TajCity is Agra’s first Cambridge International School, providing a learner-centred, globally oriented education that combines the Cambridge approach with the values, discipline and educational ethos of the DPS family.

Under the Aegis of the Delhi Public School Society, East of Kailash, New Delhi

DPS TajCity is associated with The Delhi Public School Society, New Delhi, and carries forward the distinguished DPS legacy alongside DPS Agra and DPS Rajnagar. Guided by “Service Before Self,” the school blends strong values with the global outlook of Cambridge International Education.

Campus on Fatehabad Road, Agra

Located at 125, Fatehabad Road, Kundol, Agra, DPS TajCity offers a purpose-built campus with modern classrooms, technology-enabled learning spaces, library resources, sports and creative facilities, swimming and dedicated areas for student wellbeing and holistic development.

Admission Process

Step 1 — Online Enquiry (Free)

Parents may begin the admission journey by submitting the free online enquiry form available on the school website. Accurate parent and student details, contact information, the grade applied for and the intended academic session must be provided. The Admissions Team will connect with the family and communicate the next steps.

Step 2 — Online Registration (₹7,200, non-refundable)

Parents complete the online registration form and pay the one-time, non-refundable registration fee of ₹7,200. Recent passport-size photographs of the candidate and parents must be uploaded. Applicants to Grade 4 onwards must also upload the report card of the last qualified grade. Files must be below 1 MB in PDF, JPEG or JPG format.

Step 3 — Age Criteria Check, Informal Interaction, or Written Test (grade-dependent)

Early Years admission is based on the prescribed age criteria. Grades 1 to 3 involve an informal, age-appropriate interaction. Applicants for Grades 4 to 8 complete an offline written entrance assessment in English, Mathematics and Science, followed by an interaction. Selection remains subject to eligibility, performance, document verification and seat availability.

Step 4 — Completion of Admission Formalities (fee payment & e-NACH registration)

After admission approval, parents must submit and verify the required documents, pay the prescribed school fees through the authorised payment channel and complete e-NACH registration. Admission is confirmed only after all applicable documents, payments and formalities have been successfully completed.

Which Grade Are You Applying For?

Early Years 1, 2 & 3 and Grade 1 — age criteria only, no interaction

For Session 2026-27, age is calculated as of 31 July 2026. The minimum age is 3 years for Early Years 1, 4 years for Early Years 2, 5 years for Early Years 3 and 6 years for Grade 1. Eligibility is subject to document verification and seat availability.

Grade I – III — informal interaction with the child

Applicants for Grades 1 to 3 participate in an informal, child-friendly interaction. The interaction helps the school understand the learner’s communication, readiness and engagement with foundational learning. Admission remains subject to eligibility, document verification and availability of seats.

Grade IV – VIII — written test and interaction (syllabus on website)

Applicants for Grades 4 to 8 complete an offline written entrance assessment in English, Mathematics and Science, followed by an interaction. The assessment is based on key learning from the preceding grade. Grade-wise entrance syllabi are available on the DPS TajCity website.

Documents Required

Required documents include recent photographs, the Birth Certificate for Early Years 1 to Grade 1, valid parent identity and address proof, the previous school report card, the original School Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate from Grade 2 onwards, and the school health card signed by a registered medical practitioner.

Fees at a Glance

The Session 2026-27 fee structure includes a ₹7,200 registration fee, tuition of ₹12,745 per month for Early Years 1 to Grade 5 and ₹14,244 for Grades 6 to 8, an examination fee of ₹2,949 per month, and applicable transport charges. Monthly fees are collected in four quarterly installments.

Frequently Asked Questions

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