Applying for twins or triplets in Delhi nursery admission brings a worry that single-child families never face: what if one twin gets a seat and the other doesn't? The answer depends on the school's draw-of-lots method. Some schools club twin applications into one, while others put each child into the draw independently. Some schools also give twins extra points. This guide explains the difference and compares how well-known Delhi schools handle twins.
School policies change from session to session. Please read each school's current admission notice before applying.
Twin Admission Rules at a Glance
| School | How Twins Are Treated |
|---|---|
| Modern School (Vasant Vihar) | Twin/triplet applications are clubbed together as a single application in the lottery. |
| The Heritage School (Rohini) | Paired registration. Selecting one twin secures admission for the second. |
| Delhi Public School (Rohini) | Separate application forms are mandatory. Each twin is evaluated independently. |
| The Shri Ram School (Vasant Vihar) | Both twins can claim the 10 First Born points. |
| Sneh International School (Preet Vihar) | 15 points under the "Twins / 1st born boy" criterion. |
| Air Force Bal Bharati School (Lodhi Road) | Sibling points are capped at the first two children, with an exception if the second birth resulted in twins. |
1. Clubbed Lottery vs Independent Evaluation
This is the most important difference for parents of twins. It decides whether your children are admitted together or can be separated.
Clubbed Draw: Twins Are Selected Together
- Modern School (Vasant Vihar): The school's guidelines state that, for the lottery, applications for twins or triplets are clubbed together as a single application. The children are drawn as one entry.
- The Heritage School (Rohini): Twin applications are paired, so selecting one twin automatically secures admission for the second.
With a clubbed draw, your twins are admitted together or not at all, so there is no risk of splitting them.
Independent Evaluation: Twins Can Be Split
- Delhi Public School (Rohini): The school requires separate application forms for twins and triplets. Each child enters the lottery drum as an independent candidate.
With independent evaluation, one twin may win a seat while the other goes on the waitlist. Plan for this before you apply.
2. Bonus Points and Special Incentives for Twins
At schools that use a point system, twins can earn extra points in different ways.
- Double First Born points, The Shri Ram School (Vasant Vihar): If an applicant has twins, both twins can claim the 10 points allocated to the First Born criterion.
- Dedicated twin category, Sneh International School (Preet Vihar): The school awards 15 points under its "Twins / 1st born boy" criterion.
- Sibling point cap exception, Air Force Bal Bharati School (Lodhi Road): The school limits sibling points to the first two children, but makes an explicit exception if the second birth resulted in twins.
Which Approach Is Better for Twin Parents?
| Approach | Advantage | Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Clubbed or paired lottery | Twins are admitted together. | Both children miss out if the single entry is not drawn. |
| Independent lottery | Each child gets their own chance at a seat. | One twin may be selected and the other waitlisted. |
| Bonus points for twins | Can lift the score in point-based schools. | Rules differ widely, so check how the points are claimed. |
What to Do Before Applying for Twins
- Read the twin clause in each school's current admission notice. Look for words like "clubbed", "paired" or "separate forms".
- Follow the form rule exactly. Some schools want one clubbed application, others want a separate form for each child. A wrong form can create problems at verification.
- Ask about the waitlist. For schools with independent draws, ask what happens if only one twin is selected and whether the second twin gets priority on the waitlist.
- Decide in advance whether you would accept a seat for one twin if the other is waitlisted.
- Include clubbed-lottery schools in your shortlist to improve the chance of admission together.
- Keep documents ready for both children, including birth certificates, address proof and photographs.
- Claim twin points properly. Where a school offers extra points, check which proof it needs and which child or children can claim them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can twins be separated in Delhi nursery admission?
Yes, at schools that evaluate each child independently. At Delhi Public School (Rohini), for example, separate forms are required and each twin is a separate lottery candidate, so one can be selected while the other is waitlisted.
Which schools club twin applications in the lottery?
Modern School (Vasant Vihar) clubs twin and triplet applications as a single application. The Heritage School (Rohini) pairs twin applications so that selecting one secures admission for the other.
Do twins get extra points in nursery admission?
At some schools, yes. The Shri Ram School (Vasant Vihar) lets both twins claim the 10 First Born points. Sneh International School (Preet Vihar) gives 15 points under its "Twins / 1st born boy" criterion.
Do I need to fill separate forms for twins?
It depends on the school. Delhi Public School (Rohini) requires separate forms, while clubbed-lottery schools treat the applications as one for the draw. Follow the school's notice.
How does Air Force Bal Bharati School treat twins for sibling points?
The school limits sibling points to the first two children. It makes an exception when the second birth resulted in twins.
What if only one of my twins gets a seat?
Contact the school right away and ask about waitlist movement and any priority for the second twin. It also helps to have applied to other schools.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers a few well-known schools. Many schools have their own twin rules, so check every school on your shortlist.
Our Verdict
For parents of twins, the draw method matters as much as the point score. A clubbed or paired lottery keeps your children together, while an independent draw gives each child a separate chance but can split them. Compare the twin rules of every shortlisted school, prepare for the waitlist scenario and confirm all details in the official notice before you apply.
Admission rules, points and dates change every year. Please confirm them on each school's official notice before applying.