VHSE Plus One Admission 2026-27 process will begin from May 1st Week 2026. Kerala Higher Secondary admission process will be held online through a single window system ( VHSE ) starting next week.
VHSE Plus One Admission 2026 Application
The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) will start the Kerala VHSE Plus One Admission Process next week (May 1st Week, 2026). The first-year admission process is done through a Single Window Admission system, VHSE Ekajalakam Registration. Candidates seeking greater heights throughout their career can apply for Higher Secondary Centralised Admission Process (VHSE) Plus One Admission through the official portal - www.vhseportal.kerala.gov.in.
The Authority has released the prospectus on the official portal, which contains the complete details about VHSE Plus One Admission 2026. The prospectus is a must-read document before filling out the application form, all candidates are advised to read the prospectus before starting the admission steps.
Plus One Admission 2026 VHSE Candidate Registration
The Complete Schedule of VHSE Plus One Admission 2026-27 will be released after the SSLC Result has been published by the authorities. The Allotment phase is where candidates can have an idea about their chances of being allocated to a school and branch. The First phase in the allotment process is the release of Trial Allotment, followed by First Allotment, Second Allotment, and finally Third Allotment.
This year, the government has decided to increase the number of seats to ensure admission for all students to Plus One courses. In a press conference, the Education Minister has addressed that in seven districts, the plus one seats will be increased by 30% in all government schools and a 20% rise in aided schools. No additional seats have been allotted to Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, and Idukki.
VHSE Plus One Admission 2026: Overview
| State | Kerala |
| Authority | Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) |
| Admission Procedure | Higher Secondary Centralized Admission Process (VHSE) / Single Window System (SWS) |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Plus One Admission Start Date | May 1st Week, 2026 |
| Plus one Online Application Deadline | May 2nd Week, 2026 |
| VHSE Plus One Trial Allotment Release Date | May 3rd Week, 2026 |
| VHSE Plus One First Allotment Release Date | June 1st, 2026 |
| VHSE Plus One Main Allotment Release Date | June, 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | June 3rd Week, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.VHSE.kerala.gov.in |
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How to Apply for VHSE Plus One Admission through SWS-Ekajalakam Online Registration ?
Step 1. Visit the official Website - www.vhseportal.kerala.gov.in.
Step 2. Create a Candidate-Login Profile and click on the link "Apply Online - SWS".
Step 3. You will be navigated to a new page.
Step 4. In the Single Window Entry Page, enter all the required information and submit the application.
Step 6. Once the application process is complete, download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
How to Create a Candidate Login Profile ?
The Initial Step in the Kerala Plus One Admission is to create a Candidate Login SWS. After creating a candidate login, students will be able to fill out the application form and apply. Candidates can follow the steps below to create a Candidate Login SWS.
Step 1. Visit the official Portal - www.VHSE.kerala.gov.in
Step 2. Click on the Link Plus One VHSE PROSPECTUS
Step 3. Click on the link "CREATE CANDIDATE LOGIN-SWS"
Step 4. Select the district of your choice
Step 5. Enter the registration details and enter options of your choice
Step 6. After entering all required details, verify your mobile number by sending OTP to your registered mobile number
Step 7. Create a password for your Candidate Profile
Step 8. Finally, your Profile is completed.
VHSE Plus One Trial Allotment 2026
Once the application process for Plus One Admission has ended, DHSE will be releasing the VHSE Plus One Trial Allotment, which is a list of candidates who have a chance of getting admission to schools according to the selection of candidates. The Trial Allotment does not guarantee an allotment but gives an idea to candidates about their chances of winning an allotment.
VHSE Plus One First Allotment 2026
After the Release of the Trial Allotment, the authority will release the First Allotment List, which is the first phase of the main allotment. The Allotment list is prepared based on the rearrangement option chosen by the candidates after the trial allotment. This Year, 2025-26, the first allotment will be released on June 2nd, 2025. The First Allotment is the main allotment; students who have received an allotment must report to the school with the required documents.


