History and education
Founded by Swami Shraddhanand on 13 April 1912, Gurukul Kurukshetra combines school education with Vedic values, disciplined residential life and physical development. The boys’ school is near the third gate of Kurukshetra University in Haryana and is affiliated to CBSE. Read the campus-specific admission information: the combined prospectus also refers to other Gurukul institutions.
Latest published admission schedule
The verified brochure and syllabus are for 2026–27, not 2027–28. Normal application deadline was 10 March 2026 (₹800); late deadline was 19 March 2026 (₹1,800 total). Exams: Classes 9/11 on 20 March, Classes 7/8 on 21 March, Class 6 on 22 March 2026. The stated venue was Gurukul Jyotisar, reporting at 9:30 am; counselling was scheduled the following day. These dates have passed. The verified sources do not yet confirm a new 2027–28 timetable.
| Milestone | Official schedule |
|---|---|
| सत्र / Published session | 2026–27 · dates below are past |
| आवेदन / Normal deadline | 10 March 2026 · ₹800 |
| विलंब आवेदन / Late deadline | 19 March 2026 · ₹1,800 total |
| Class 9 & 11 | 20 March 2026 |
| Class 7 & 8 | 21 March 2026 |
| Class 6 | 22 March 2026 |
| केंद्र / Stated venue | Gurukul Jyotisar · reporting 9:30 am |
Classes, campus and documents
The 2026–27 brochure lists entry to Classes 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11 for Kurukshetra. Its Class 5 option is specifically for Aryakulam Nilokheri and Gurukul Jyotisar; do not assume it is available at Kurukshetra. Fresh entry to Classes 10/12 is not listed. Candidates take an entrance test and personal interview, subject to committee approval and medical fitness. Birth certificate, previous school leaving certificate and attested marksheet are required. Confirm age/class/stream suitability with the school; this guide does not invent an unprinted universal age cutoff.
| Entry class | Date of birth / campus | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Class 6, 7, 8, 9 | Kurukshetra campus | Entrance test + interview + medical fitness |
| Class 11 | Medical / Non-Medical / Commerce | Confirm class and stream requirements with school |
| Class 5 | Aryakulam Nilokheri / Gurukul Jyotisar | Not listed for Kurukshetra in this brochure |
Paper pattern and stream choices
The official syllabus uses 100-mark MCQ papers. Classes 6–9: English 25, Science 25, Mathematics 25, Hindi 10, Social Science 15. Class 11 Non-Medical: English 20 + Physics/Chemistry 40 + Mathematics 40. Medical: English 20 + Physics/Chemistry 40 + Biology 40. Commerce: English 40 + Social Science (Economics) 30 + Mathematics 30. Do not add all Class 11 alternatives together. Consult current exam instructions for duration and negative marking; these should not be inferred from another school’s test.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| Science | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| Hindi | 10 |
| Social Science | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
| Subject | Distribution | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Medical | English 20 + Physics/Chemistry 40 + Biology 40 | 100 |
| Non-Medical | English 20 + Physics/Chemistry 40 + Mathematics 40 | 100 |
| Commerce | English 40 + Economics 30 + Mathematics 30 | 100 |
Official chapter-wise syllabus
The dedicated syllabus page lists the school’s class-specific topics and marks, including Class 11 Medical, Non-Medical and Commerce. Use the correct target class: similar subject names do not mean identical chapters. The official PDF remains the reference for wording and changes.
Classes 6–9
Separate chapter lists for English, Science, Mathematics, Hindi and Social Science. Each class has a different syllabus; do not substitute the Class 9 list for Class 6.
Class 11 · Medical
English grammar, Physics/Chemistry and Biology. Biology topics include life processes, control and coordination, reproduction, heredity and environment.
Class 11 · Non-Medical
English and Physics/Chemistry are shared with Medical; Mathematics replaces Biology. Use the exact topic marks in the school PDF.
Class 11 · Commerce
English has 40 marks, NCERT Class 9/10 Economics has 30, and Mathematics has 30. This is a different paper combination from Science streams.
How to apply and check fees
Use the school’s official prospectus/application instructions, complete the required form and payment, and retain the receipt. Bring the prescribed documents to counselling/interview and complete the medical requirement. The published 2026–27 fee chart lists a ₹25,000 new-admission charge, separate from recurring boarding and tuition charges. Check the class-specific fee period, instalments and other charges directly in the current fee chart; do not mistake a periodic charge for the annual total.
- Read the latest session prospectus and match age, school class, residence and category requirements.
- Use the official application route and enter the correct target school/class.
- Upload the prescribed documents, complete the notified payment and save confirmation/receipt.
- Download the admit card, check centre/reporting instructions and practise the correct paper pattern.
- After shortlisting, complete the applicable counselling or interview, medical and original-document checks.
Documents to keep ready
Use this checklist to prepare; the official application may request additional or different formats.
- Birth certificate / accepted date-of-birth proof
- School marksheet and required study/pass certificate
- Domicile / residence certificate where applicable
- Category / OBC-NCL / EWS or defence-service documents where applicable
- Recent photograph, signatures and application confirmation
- Transfer certificate and medical fitness documents at the admission stage, as instructed
Fees, concessions and budgeting
The published 2026–27 chart lists ₹25,000 for new admission, separate from regular boarding and tuition. Fees vary by class/stream and payment period. Read the recurring-fee chart and other charges before budgeting; a periodic amount should not be presented as an annual total.
Application fee
Paid during form submission; keep the receipt.
School fee
Confirm tuition, boarding, deposits and the payment period with the selected school.
Merit, reservation and final admission
The checked school material specifies entrance testing, interview, committee approval and medical fitness. It does not establish a universal age cutoff or reservation percentage for this guide. Ask the school for any class-specific condition and category concession before paying.
A practical preparation plan
Start with the syllabus
Mark the official topics for your own class and stream before choosing study material.
Build subject basics
Study the prescribed school level; solve examples before moving to timed practice.
Practise full papers
Use the correct time limit and marks distribution. Review every wrong answer.
Prepare for admission
Keep documents ready and follow the actual interview/counselling and medical instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kurukshetra offer Class 5 entry?
The combined 2026–27 brochure lists Class 5 for Aryakulam Nilokheri/Gurukul Jyotisar, not Kurukshetra.
Must Class 11 candidates take all subjects?
Use the stream combination: Biology for Medical, Mathematics for Non-Medical, and the separate Commerce combination.
How many marks are in the test?
The official syllabus lists 100-mark MCQ papers.
Is there an interview?
Yes, the admission procedure includes a personal interview and medical fitness.
Where is the 2027–28 schedule?
The checked brochure is for 2026–27. Follow the school’s next official prospectus.
Official sources and verification
- Official school website ↗
- Official prospectus ↗
- Official entrance syllabus ↗
- Admission procedure ↗
- Official fee chart ↗
Checked on 2 October 2026. This independent guide summarises the cited school material. The current official prospectus and later notices take precedence.
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