Higher Secondary First year admission process starts soon after the publication of SSLC results. Admission to Plus One classes in govt / aided/ unaided Higher Secondary schools in Kerala is done through Single Window System. This Higher Secondary admission process has been followed for the past few years in an easy and effective manner.
When to apply for Plus One admission?
Update: Online Submission of Applications For Plus One Admission in Merit Quota (Single Window System) commences on 9th May 2018.
As soon as the results of 10th std students studying in State syllabus are published, the admission process would begin. A prospectus recognized by the govt would be published for this. Generally, it is done every year in the month of May.
Single Window Admission System(Ekajalakam)
Admission to Plus one classes in Govt and aided Higher Secondary Schools is done through Centralised Allotment Process called Single Window Admission(Ekajalakam). This allotment Process starts immediately after the publication of SSLC/10th standard results. Admission through this system is to procure the merit seats in Govt and aided Higher secondary schools. This is an endeavor to clear the doubts regarding plus one admission that are likely to arise among the students and parents.
How to submit application for Single Window Admission?
Applications should be submitted online for admission to Plus One in Higher Secondary schools in Kerala. The
HSCAP portal is exclusively for this purpose. While applying online, the scores obtained in SSLC exam, Date of Birth, details of participation in club activities and other such data should be entered for availing of eligible grace marks.
The students should submit their Single Window Application online through Akshaya centres or Computer system with internet connection or govt or aided Higher Secondary schools in the state. The print out of the application generated after online submission of application along with Rs.25/-should be handed over for verification to any of the govt or aided Higher Secondary schools in the district concerned. If a student claims any other considerations not mentioned in the mark sheet, self attested copies of such certificates should be submitted along with the application. On receipt of application, an acknowledgement slip will be issued and it should be kept safely for further use/reference.
Is one application sufficient for all districts in Kerala?
It is sufficient to submit
one application for schools in one district, whereas for admission to schools in other districts,
a separate application to each district has to be given. Such applicants can either send their application by post to the principal of the school selected by them or hand over in person. List of district centres is given here. Application fee can be remitted by DD or in person. Go through the prospectus before submitting application. Things to be remembered at the time of online submission of application are clearly mentioned here.
Can corrections be done in online submitted applications?
Yes. Corrections are possible. If the details given in the application are found to be unjust, the application will stand cancelled. Hence, the applicants had better confirm the details in the application in HSCAP admission portal.
Click here to know how to check application details. If corrections are to be done, necessary changes in written form must be submitted to the principal of school where the print out of application has already been given.
What is the eligibility criteria for plus one admission through Single Window System?
Students who have passed S.S.L.C or Equivalency Exam conducted by other Boards can apply for Single Window Admission. Students studied under CBSE syllabus must have gone through the CBSE Board exam.
What is school code?
The code number given to govt/aided/unaided Higher Secondary schools is of much significance in the admission process. To find out the code number of Higher Secondary schools in each district,
see the Annexure: 10 in the prospectus.
Combination Code
There are 45 subject combinations available in Higher Secondary course. They are clubbed differently as
Science, Humanities and Commerce groups. The groups with subject combinations, their code, weightage given to all subjects in SSLC while choosing each combination for admission to Plus One, are given below. Refer the Annexure 10 in the prospectus to know the subject combination sanctioned to each school district wise.
Download Higher Secondary Subject combinations and codes.
How to give options?
At the time of online submission of application for Higher Secondary admission, meticulous care is needed for the entry of options. Applicant’s priority may vary as some would focus on school while others on subject combination. There is no limit to set options. Make a list of the schools of your preference and those have with transportation facility also. A sample form is given below to prepare a list of your options before entering online. Entry of options be done only after checking the names of institutions.
Download Sample Worksheet for Option Entry.
What is the criteria for Plus One Admission?
Eligibility of each student for admission is determined by WGPA (Weightage Grade Point Average). Weightage will be given to certain subjects of the qualifying examination according to the subject combination selected by the student.
To know how WGPA is calculated click the link.
Online WGPA Calculator.
To know the last rank details in 2017 admissions,
click here.
How the bonus points, if any, are granted in rank list preparation for admission?
Bonus points are granted as per the list given below.
Trial Allotment
To make last minute changes and corrections, there is a trial allotment just before the final allotment. Corrections in the application and changes in the options can be done in this stage.
Main Allotment
Allotment list would be published in the Admission portal after preparing a rank list on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying exam. There would be two allotments in the first round. In accordance with the availability of seats, Supplementary allotment may follow this.
Permanent Admission and Temporary Admission
Students who get first option allotment must pay their fee and take permanent admission within the time allotted. If the first option is not allotted in the first allotment, but expecting higher options in the next allotment, such students can take temporary admission and continue as such till the completion of main allotments.
Supplementary Allotment Process
Closure of the main allotment process is followed by supplementary allotment and school combination transfer allotment. Students are advised to check the admission portal regularly to alert themselves of the notifications, and latest info related to admission etc.
Higher Secondary Single Window Admission 2018
To have a clear understanding of the Single Window Admission procedure for admission to Higher Secondary course, First year, read the
prospectus and annexures published by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education. After the publication of the prospectus, it can be downloaded from the link given here.
Single Window Help Desk
Single Window Help Desk will be functioning in govt and aided Higher Secondary schools to guide and help the students to know more about the procedure and to submit Single window application. The students and parents can make use of this free service.
Single Window Admission Schedule 2018
The Single Window Admission schedule for the academic year 2018-19 and updates would be made available here, as and when it is published. Use this desk to share and clear your doubts.
Commencement of online submission of Applications: 09-05-2018
Closing of Online Submission of Application: 30-05-2018
Publication of Trial Allotment: 05-06-2018
Publication of First Allotment: 12-06-2018
Publication of Second Allotment: 18-06-2018
Commencement of Classes: 21-06-2018
