Planning nursery admission at DPS Vasant Vihar or DPS East of Kailash? Both are junior campuses (Nursery to Class 5) of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, which caters to Classes 6 to 12. Because both operate under DPS R.K. Puram, they share a unified 100-point system for Pre-School (Bal Vatika - 1) admissions. This guide explains each criterion, lists every possible score and compares seats at the two campuses.
Admission criteria and seat numbers can change every session. Please confirm the latest details on the official DPS notification before applying.
Point System at a Glance
| Criteria | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| Neighbourhood / Distance | 50 |
| Sibling | 26 |
| Alumni | 24 |
| Total | 100 |
1. Neighbourhood / Distance Criteria (Maximum 50 Points)
Distance carries the highest weight. Points are based on the aerial distance from your home to the specific junior campus you apply to, as per the aerial map. This means your area category can differ for Vasant Vihar and East of Kailash.
| Area | Aerial Distance | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Area A | 0 to 6 km | 50 |
| Area B | > 6 km to 8 km | 40 |
| Area C | > 8 km to 15 km | 30 |
| Area D | > 15 km | 20 |
2. Sibling Criteria (Maximum 26 Points)
- 26 points if a real biological brother or sister is currently studying at DPS R.K. Puram, DPS Vasant Vihar or DPS East of Kailash.
- 0 points if there is no eligible sibling.
Sibling points are awarded for only one sibling, but you must declare all enrolled siblings on the application form.
3. Alumni Criteria (Maximum 24 Points)
| Alumni Category | Points |
|---|---|
| Mother passed Class X or XII from DPS R.K. Puram | 12 |
| Father passed Class X or XII from DPS R.K. Puram | 12 |
| Both parents are alumni | 24 |
| Neither parent is an alumnus | 0 |
Alumni weightage applies only to Class X or XII certificate holders of DPS R.K. Puram. Keep the passing certificates ready.
All Possible Point Combinations
Category A: Residence in Area A (0 to 6 km) - 50 Base Points
| Total Score | Distance | Sibling | Alumni |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 50 | 26 | 24 (both parents) |
| 88 | 50 | 26 | 12 (one parent) |
| 76 | 50 | 26 | 0 (non-alumni) |
| 74 | 50 | 0 | 24 (both parents) |
| 62 | 50 | 0 | 12 (one parent) |
| 50 | 50 | 0 | 0 (non-alumni) |
Category B: Residence in Area B (> 6 km to 8 km) - 40 Base Points
| Total Score | Distance | Sibling | Alumni |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 40 | 26 | 24 (both parents) |
| 78 | 40 | 26 | 12 (one parent) |
| 66 | 40 | 26 | 0 (non-alumni) |
| 64 | 40 | 0 | 24 (both parents) |
| 52 | 40 | 0 | 12 (one parent) |
| 40 | 40 | 0 | 0 (non-alumni) |
Category C: Residence in Area C (> 8 km to 15 km) - 30 Base Points
| Total Score | Distance | Sibling | Alumni |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 30 | 26 | 24 (both parents) |
| 68 | 30 | 26 | 12 (one parent) |
| 56 | 30 | 26 | 0 (non-alumni) |
| 54 | 30 | 0 | 24 (both parents) |
| 42 | 30 | 0 | 12 (one parent) |
| 30 | 30 | 0 | 0 (non-alumni) |
Category D: Residence in Area D (> 15 km) - 20 Base Points
| Total Score | Distance | Sibling | Alumni |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 20 | 26 | 24 (both parents) |
| 58 | 20 | 26 | 12 (one parent) |
| 46 | 20 | 26 | 0 (non-alumni) |
| 44 | 20 | 0 | 24 (both parents) |
| 32 | 20 | 0 | 12 (one parent) |
| 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 (non-alumni) |
Summary: All 24 Unique Scores
Across both junior campuses, a parent can achieve one of these 24 unique total scores: 100, 90, 88, 80, 78, 76, 74, 70, 68, 66, 64, 62, 58, 56, 54, 52, 50, 46, 44, 42, 40, 32, 30 and 20 points.
What Do These Scores Mean for Your Child?
- Most common profile: Many families have no sibling and no alumni connection. Their score is decided by distance alone: 50, 40, 30 or 20.
- Sibling vs distance: A sibling adds 26 points, which is more than two area steps (20 points). An Area C applicant with a sibling (56) beats an Area A applicant without one (50). But an Area D applicant with a sibling (46) still scores below Area A with no sibling (50).
- One alumnus parent: The 12 points are worth slightly more than one area step (10 points). An Area B applicant with one alumnus parent (52) edges past an Area A applicant with none (50).
- Both parents alumni: The full 24 points can lift an Area C applicant (54) above an Area A applicant with no connection (50).
Higher scores improve the chances of selection, but seats are limited and the final outcome depends on the number of applicants in that session.
Seat Allocation: DPS Vasant Vihar vs DPS East of Kailash
| Category | DPS Vasant Vihar | DPS East of Kailash |
|---|---|---|
| Total Pre-School seats | 216 | 180 |
| Open General Category (50%) | 108 | 90 |
| EWS / Disadvantaged Group (25%) | 54 | 45 |
| Management Quota (20%) | 43 | 36 |
| Staff Quota (5%) | 11 | 9 |
The point system above applies to the Open General Category seats. Seat numbers can change each session, so check the official notice.
How to Prepare Your Nursery Application
- Check your aerial distance to each campus on the school's aerial map, since the area category depends on the campus you apply to.
- Declare all enrolled siblings on the form. Only one sibling earns points.
- Collect alumni certificates (Class X or XII from DPS R.K. Puram) for each eligible parent.
- Verify the child's age eligibility for Bal Vatika - 1 in the current session.
- Keep address proof, birth certificate and photographs ready.
- Track official dates for forms, registration and result declaration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum score in DPS Vasant Vihar and East of Kailash nursery admission?
The maximum is 100 points: 50 for distance, 26 for sibling and 24 for alumni.
Do DPS Vasant Vihar and DPS East of Kailash have the same point system?
Yes. Both are junior campuses of DPS R.K. Puram and follow one unified 100-point system. Only the distance is measured from the campus you apply to.
Does a sibling at DPS R.K. Puram count for sibling points?
Yes. A real biological brother or sister currently studying at DPS R.K. Puram, DPS Vasant Vihar or DPS East of Kailash earns 26 points.
How many sibling points do I get if I have two children in the school?
Sibling points are awarded for only one sibling, so you get 26 points. You still need to declare all enrolled siblings on the form.
Which alumni qualify for points?
Only parents who passed Class X or XII from DPS R.K. Puram. The mother and father earn 12 points each, up to 24 points.
What is the lowest possible score?
20 points: an Area D applicant (more than 15 km) with no sibling and no alumni connection.
How many seats are there in the General Category?
DPS Vasant Vihar has 108 Open General Category seats and DPS East of Kailash has 90, each 50% of total Pre-School seats.
Our Verdict
The DPS Vasant Vihar and East of Kailash point system rewards proximity most heavily, followed by sibling and alumni ties. Knowing your area category and score in advance helps you set realistic expectations and prepare documents on time.
Admission rules, dates and seat numbers change every year. Please confirm them on the school's official notice before applying.