Admission to India’s best-known boarding schools starts early and follows each school’s own entrance test. This guide summarises entry classes, test timing and subjects for the Doon School, Welham Boys’, Mayo College, The Scindia School and Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya, based on their published admission pages. Confirm the 2027-28 details on each official website.
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At a Glance
| School | Entry classes | Test timing | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doon School | Classes 7 and 8 | Check school notice | Competitive entrance exam |
| Welham Boys’ School | Main entry Classes 4 to 7; others if vacancies | November, March/April and May (by class) | English, Hindi, Maths, Life Skills (Classes 4 to 9); English, Maths, Science (Class 11) |
| Mayo College | Classes 4 to 9 and 11 | October (applications close 30 September) | English and Mathematics, pen and paper |
| The Scindia School | Middle and senior classes | SAA-I: fourth Saturday of September; SAA-II: January/February | SAA-I: Maths, English, Hindi; SAA-II: Maths, English, General Awareness |
| Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya (girls) | Classes 6 to 9 and 11 | 26 September 2026 for 2027-28 (as published) | School entrance exam |
From school admission pages and listings; dates change every year.
Age Limits
Welham Boys sets ages as on 1 April of the joining year, for example 8 to 9 years for Class 4 and 11 to 12 years for Class 7. Mayo College asks parents to confirm age eligibility on its registration form. Doon and Scindia publish age rules with each cycle. Always check the current notice.
Fees and Registration
Registration fees can be significant; Mayo College lists a registration fee of ₹25,000. Annual fees at these schools are at the premium end; see our residential schools above ₹10 lakh guide.
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How to Prepare
- Register early; some schools fill tests months ahead.
- Practise English writing and Maths reasoning.
- Prepare for an interaction with the child and parents.
- Visit the campus on an open day.
- Have a back-up list: boys boarding schools by state and girls boarding schools.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Mayo College entrance test?
Usually in October, with applications closing on 30 September.
When is the Scindia School entrance test?
SAA-I on the fourth Saturday of September, and SAA-II in January or February.
Which classes does the Doon School admit to?
Classes 7 and 8, through a competitive entrance exam.
What is the Welham Boys entry age?
For example 8 to 9 years for Class 4, as on 1 April of the joining year.
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