Quick answer: Delhi’s SoSE schools are now part of the CM SHRI Schools scheme. For 2026-27, admissions to Classes 6, 9 and 11 were done through the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test 2026 (applications 27 February – 12 March 2026) on edudel.nic.in. The 2027-28 admission test is expected to open around February–March 2027.
If you are looking for Delhi SOSE admission 2027-28, this page explains what has changed, who can apply, the exam pattern and syllabus areas, the important dates of the 2026-27 cycle and what to expect for 2027-28.
What Happened to Delhi SoSE Schools?
The Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Schools of Specialised Excellence (SoSE) were selective government schools of Delhi for Classes 9 to 12, affiliated with the Delhi Board of School Education (DBSE). After the Delhi Board was scrapped in 2025, the SoSE schools are being shifted to the CBSE and brought under the new CM SHRI Schools scheme. The Delhi government set up 75 CM SHRI Schools in 2025-26; they are CBSE-affiliated, declared “specified category” schools under Section 2(p) of the RTE Act, and admit students to Classes 6, 9 and 11 through the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test. For the 2026-27 session, no separate SoSE admission was held – selective admissions to Classes 9 and 11 were done through the CM SHRI test.
SOSE / CM SHRI Admission – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Schools | CM SHRI Schools (including former SoSE schools), Delhi |
| Number of schools | 75 |
| Board | CBSE |
| Classes for admission | 6, 9 and 11 |
| Admission test | CM SHRI Schools Admission Test (OMR-based) |
| Conducted by | CM SHRI Branch, Directorate of Education, Delhi |
| Official website | edudel.nic.in |
CM SHRI Admission 2026-27 – Important Dates
| Event | Date (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Online application | 27 February – 12 March 2026 |
| Admission test – Classes 6 & 9 | April 2026 |
| Result – Classes 6 & 9 | 30 April 2026 |
| Admission test – Class 11 | May 2026 |
| Result – Class 11 | Late May 2026 |
| Waiting lists | 3rd waiting list (Classes 6 & 9) and 2nd waiting list (Class 11) released; report to school by 24 August 2026 |
In July 2026, the DoE also invited willingness from qualified candidates (at least 100 marks for general and 80 marks for other categories) for vacant Class 9 and 11 seats in 12 CM SHRI Schools.
Expected Dates for 2027-28
Based on the 2026-27 cycle, the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test 2027 for Classes 6, 9 and 11 is expected to open for online applications around February–March 2027, with tests in March–May 2027. This page will be updated when the DoE releases the official circular.
Eligibility
- Only residents of Delhi who passed Class 5, 8 or 10 (for admission to Class 6, 9 or 11) in the previous session from a recognised school in Delhi can apply.
- At least 50% seats are reserved for students who passed from government schools – DoE, MCD, NDMC, Kendriya Vidyalayas, JNVs and government-aided schools in Delhi.
- The minimum qualifying marks are 25% for the general category, with 5% relaxation for SC / ST / OBC (non-creamy layer) / CWSN candidates. Admission is based on the actual cut-off of each school, class and category.
- For Class 9, a common merit list is made, and schools are allotted on the basis of score, category and three school preferences. For Class 11, students choose three schools and the stream paper.
Exam Pattern
| Class / Paper | Questions | Marks | Time | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 6 | 75 | 300 | 150 min | Hindi (10), English (10), General Awareness (10), Mental Ability (20), Numerical Aptitude (25) |
| Class 9 | 100 | 400 | 150 min | English (10), General Awareness (20), Mental Ability (20), Science (25), Mathematics (25) |
| Class 11 – Paper I (STEM) | 100 | 400 | 180 min | English (20), Mental Ability (20), Physics & Chemistry (40), Biology / Mathematics (20) |
| Class 11 – Paper II (Finance, Humanities, PVA) | 100 | 400 | — | English (20), Mental Ability (20), Social Science (40), Domain aptitude (20) |
The test is OMR-based and objective. The Class 6 paper is bilingual with no negative marking; the Class 9 and 11 papers are in English with one-fourth negative marking for each wrong answer.
How to Apply
- Visit edudel.nic.in and open the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test link.
- Register with your details to get a registration ID and password.
- Log in, fill the application form, choose your school preferences (and stream for Class 11) and upload the required documents.
- Submit the form before the last date and keep a printout.
- Download the admit card from the portal before the test.
Delhi SoSE – Last Admission Cycle (2025-26)
The last admission under the SoSE name was for the 2025-26 session, for Class 9 and Class 11 in streams such as STEM, Humanities, Performing & Visual Arts and High-End 21st Century Skills. The Class 9 SoSE results were announced in July 2025.
Delhi SOSE / CM SHRI Admission – FAQs
Is Delhi SOSE admission happening in 2026-27?
No separate SoSE admission was held for 2026-27. The SoSE schools are being brought under the CM SHRI Schools scheme and shifted to CBSE, and selective admissions to Classes 6, 9 and 11 were done through the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test 2026.
What are CM SHRI Schools in Delhi?
CM SHRI Schools are 75 model government schools set up by the Delhi government in 2025-26. They are affiliated with CBSE and admit meritorious students in Classes 6, 9 and 11 through an admission test.
Who can apply for the CM SHRI Schools Admission Test?
Residents of Delhi who have passed Class 5, 8 or 10 from a recognised school in Delhi in the previous session can apply for Class 6, 9 or 11 respectively. At least 50% of the seats are reserved for students from government schools.
Is there negative marking in the CM SHRI admission test?
There is no negative marking in the Class 6 paper. In the Class 9 and Class 11 papers, one-fourth of the marks of a question are deducted for every wrong answer.
When will the CM SHRI / SOSE admission 2027-28 start?
Based on the 2026-27 cycle, applications for 2027-28 are expected around February–March 2027 on edudel.nic.in.
Official Links
- CM SHRI Schools Admission Test portal – edudel.nic.in
- Guidelines for CM SHRI Admission Test 2026-27 (PDF)
Last updated: 14 October 2026. Information is based on official circulars of the Directorate of Education (DoE), GNCT of Delhi. Dates marked “expected” are based on previous admission cycles and will be updated as soon as the official notice is released.
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