The Directorate of General Education (DGE), Kerala, has started the Higher Secondary Centralised Admission Process (HSCAP) 2026 for Kerala Plus One (Class 11) admissions. Eligible students can now apply online for admission to government and aided higher secondary schools across the state through the official HSCAP portal. The online application process began on May 25, 2026, and students can complete their registration till June 3, 2026. Kerala Plus One admissions are conducted through the single-window system called Ekajalakam, where students can choose their preferred schools and streams online. Admission and seat allotment are mainly prepared based on Class 10 marks and reservation criteria. Students can apply for Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams through the official admission portal.
HSCAP Kerala Plus One admission 2026: Important dates
Here are the major dates related to Kerala Class 11 admissions:
- Application process begins: May 25, 2026
- Last date to apply: June 3, 2026
- Trial allotment result: June 8, 2026
- First allotment result: June 15, 2026
- Commencement of classes: July 2, 2026
The second and third allotment lists are expected to be released by the end of June 2026.
Kerala Plus One admission 2026: Eligibility criteria
Students applying for Kerala Class 11 admissions must meet the following conditions:
- Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination or an equivalent examination such as Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) from a recognised board
- Students should have secured at least a D+ grade or equivalent passing marks in all subjects
- CBSE students choosing streams with Mathematics must have passed Mathematics-Standard in Class 10 and not Mathematics-Basic
- There is no strict age limit for admission through HSCAP
HSCAP Kerala Plus One admission 2026: Steps to apply
Students can follow these simple steps to apply online:
- Visit the official HSCAP Kerala admission portal
- Click on the Plus One admission registration link
- Complete the registration using the required details
- Fill out the online application form carefully
- Select preferred schools and streams
- Upload the necessary documents
- Submit the application form and save a copy for future reference
The Directorate of General Education will release the trial allotment and main allotment lists online after the completion of the application process. Students are advised to regularly check the official portal for the latest admission updates and allotment details.