AI SummaryDelhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) is Delhi government's first full-time regular virtual school for classes 9 to 12. Affiliated to the Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE), DMVS invites online admission applications for Class 9 and Class 11 every year through the official dmvs.ac.in portal.
DMVS admission for the academic year 2026-27 was held for Class 9 and Class 11. As per the latest official notice, admissions in DMVS Regular School are now closed for the current cycle. Students who meet the eligibility criteria can apply in the next admission cycle as per the tentative timeline given on the official website.
About Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS)
Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) is a full-time regular virtual school, not an open school or a part-time school. It was started by the Delhi government to make quality education accessible to every child under the principle of anywhere living, anytime learning, anytime testing. Students and teachers connect through live classes, small group tutorials, and one-on-one mentoring sessions, all available at the student's own pace and flexibility.
DMVS is affiliated to the Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE), which was established in 2021 by the Government of NCT of Delhi. Certificates and mark sheets issued by DBSE are valid at par with CBSE and other recognised boards in India. No school fees are charged from DMVS students.
DMVS Admission 2026 Online Application Form
DMVS admission is offered for Class 9 and Class 11. For the academic year 2026-27, the admission process included online registration, filling of the application form, document upload, and an online aptitude test. Below is the complete process to fill the DMVS admission online application form:-
STEP 1 - Visit the official DMVS website at dmvs.ac.in and click on the 'Apply' button for DMVS admission.
STEP 2 - Register with your mobile number and OTP. After registration, a registration ID and password will be sent to your email and SMS.
STEP 3 - Login as an existing user on the DMVS portal and start filling the application form with personal details, correspondence details, academic background, preferences, and document upload.
STEP 4 - Save or submit the form. If you save the form, you can login again and edit it later. After submitting, a confirmation email will be sent and you can download a copy of your application.
STEP 5 - Track the further steps of admission like aptitude test details, webinar details, counseling sessions, and selection status by logging in with the same credentials.
Student, teacher, admin, incharge, principal and parent can make Delhi Model Virtual School login. You can also track the status of the DMVS application.
Eligibility for DMVS Admission
DMVS admission eligibility is different for Class 9 and Class 11. Selected students need to have a local address of Delhi, which is asked during document verification.
- Class 9: Students must be between 13 to 18 years of age as on 31st March of the admission year, with 6 months more or less relaxation possible. Students should be pursuing or have passed Class 8 from a recognised or government school in the past two years.
- Class 11: Students must be between 15 to 20 years of age as on 31st March of the admission year, with 6 months more or less relaxation possible. Students should be pursuing or have passed Class 10 from a recognised or government school in the past two years.
Final admission depends on the provision of the mark sheet and school leaving certificate or transfer certificate at the time of verification, after qualifying the aptitude test.
Timeline for DMVS Admission
The tentative timeline for DMVS admission is given below. These dates may change as per the official notice.
- Class 9: Admissions open in the first week of March, last date for the application form is mid April, the aptitude test is held at the end of April, results are declared in early May, counseling sessions are held in early May, and the session starts in early July.
- Class 11: Admissions open at the end of June, and the session starts in early August.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) |
| Launched By | Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Classes | 9 to 12 (admission in Class 9 and Class 11) |
| Board | Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE) |
| Eligibility | Class 9: 13 to 18 years; Class 11: 15 to 20 years |
| Application Mode | Online at dmvs.ac.in |
| Fees | No school fees |
| Official Website | dmvs.ac.in |
Key Features of Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS)
Here are some of the main features of Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS):-
Free access to Delhi's education model
DMVS students can interact live with teachers from anywhere, with a curated repository of learning material made for their needs. Virtual teaching at DMVS follows inquiry based and experiential teaching-learning practices. The DMVS learning platform is easy to access and adapts to the needs of the student community.
Flexible schooling opportunity at student's pace
An important part of DMVS is that students can engage with classes and learning materials at their own pace. All live classes are archived for later use. This allows students who are following their passion such as music, sports, or doing part-time or full-time jobs to still be able to attain high-quality education.
Personalised mentoring and small group tutoring
In DMVS, students get education made for their needs. In tutorials, students engage with what they have learnt in the class in small groups under the supervision of subject teachers. Additionally, they receive on-demand one-on-one academic mentoring.
Competency-based assessments
Instead of marks-based end-term assessments, DMVS focuses on competency-based ongoing assessments for improving learning and discourages rote learning. This is done through both formative and summative assessments.
DMVS offers students opportunities of socialisation and showing their talent through theme-based assemblies, zero period, and events like annual day and nationally important days. Additional personalised support is given to students as per their need through school staff.
Many options of subjects and skill-based courses
DMVS offers a variety of self-paced career-oriented skill courses such as Coding, Design, Finance, and Research. Students can also opt for foreign language courses like German, Spanish, French, and Japanese. This helps students build their competencies and skills.
Preparation support for JEE/NEET and CUET
DMVS offers additional support to prepare students for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, and CUET through live online classes, mock tests, recorded lectures, and previous year question papers. The DMVS Test Prep portal is also available for Class 11 and 12 Delhi government school students.
FAQ's
What classes will Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) cater to?
Delhi Model Virtual School is for classes 9 to 12. Admission is offered in Class 9 and Class 11.
What subjects will be offered to the students?
Class 9 offers English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Entrepreneurship Mindset and Design using Digital Tools, along with optional skill and foreign language courses. Class 11 offers STEM (JEE/NEET prep) or Humanities streams.
What will a day for a student look like?
A student will have a combination of online live classes, tutorials, and co-curricular activities in a day. Mentoring sessions and counseling are also available.
What are tutorials and how will they be conducted?
Tutorials are small group teacher-learner interactions for clarifying doubts in a particular subject. Any student who has queries can discuss those with the teachers during tutorials.
How will practicals be conducted?
The practicals for required subjects will be conducted through virtual lab simulations online on the schooling platform.
What will be the medium of instruction in DMVS?
The medium of instruction will be both English and Hindi.
What does the fee structure of DMVS look like?
No school fees shall be charged from DMVS students.
What is the eligibility criteria for applying to Delhi Model Virtual School?
For Class 9, students must be between 13 to 18 years of age and should have passed Class 8 from a recognised school. For Class 11, students must be between 15 to 20 years of age and should have passed Class 10 from a recognised school.
Will private school students or students outside Delhi be eligible for admissions?
The admission process is open to students across India who meet the required eligibility criteria. Selected students need to have a local address of Delhi, which is asked during document verification.
Which board will the Delhi Model Virtual School be affiliated to?
Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) is affiliated to the Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE).
What is the validity of the certificate or marksheet from DBSE?
DBSE marksheet and certificate are equivalent to CBSE and other recognised boards.
How is DMVS different from NIOS virtual school or other virtual schools?
DMVS is Delhi government's first completely virtual school and a full-time regular school, not an open school or part-time school. There is a greater focus on student participation, continuous learning and evaluation, social and emotional support, and a strong sense of school community.
DMVS Admission Contact Information
E-mail ID: dmvs@doe.delhi.gov.in
Directorate of Education, Old Secretariat, New Delhi 110054
For more details, visit the official website for Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) at dmvs.ac.in or check the Directorate of Education official website. For Delhi government school admission updates, see the government school admission page or read about Delhi Govt School Admission Registration Online in 6th and 9th Class.
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