Education Ministry Mandates “Six-Plus” Age Requirement for Grade 1 Admission from 2024-25
New Delhi, India: In a major policy shift, the Education Ministry has directed all states and union territories (UTs) to ensure that children entering Grade 1 in the 2024-25 academic session onwards are at least six years old. This directive aims to align admission policies with national educational norms and prioritize early childhood development. Alignment…