(033) 2970 1438 Vivek Ville, Opp. IIM, Joka, Kolkata 700104
FAQs - VMS Joka

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions parents ask most often about admissions, fees, academics and daily school life at VMS Joka. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact the school office.

Admissions

Admission is open for Nursery I through Class VII for Session 2027-28, alongside the Toddler Section for Session 2026-27 (commencing 1st September 2026).

For Session 2026-27, children must be born between 01.04.2023 and 31.03.2024 — i.e. aged between 2 and 3 years as on 01.04.2026.

  • Click "Login" on the online admission portal and register via mobile and email OTP verification.
  • Complete the form using the candidate's date of birth.
  • Pay the applicable form fee and book an interview slot.
  • You will receive an email with the interview schedule.
  • Admission communications are sent to your registered email.

Start your application

Interviews are conducted offline at the School Extended Campus. Please report 10 minutes early, and ensure both a parent and the candidate attend. If a parent is unable to attend, prior permission must be sought by email — otherwise the interview stands cancelled for that day. Carry the candidate's original birth certificate.

  • One passport-size photograph of the candidate
  • One passport-size group photograph (candidate with both parents, white background)
  • Birth certificate
  • Rs 600 online payment for form submission

No. Seats are limited and filled strictly on a first-come-first-served basis — no donations are accepted, and the selection committee's decision is final.

Yes — a 50% discount on admission fees applies to a second child when an elder sibling is already enrolled at the school.

Fees & Payments

For the Toddler Section, Session 2026-27, the approximate admission fee is ₹37,765 (this includes the first month's fees). Please confirm the current figure on the official admission portal before applying.

Approximately ₹2,600 per month for the Toddler Section, Session 2026-27.

Yes — either full payment, or two installments of 50% each. Installment deadlines depend on when you're admitted:

  • June / July admissions: second installment due within 60 days of the first payment
  • August admissions: second installment due within 30 days
  • Admissions after August: full payment only

No, the admission fee is non-refundable upon withdrawal.

Academics & Curriculum

VMS Joka is affiliated to CISCE, New Delhi (School Code WB121) — students appear for the ICSE examination at Class X and the ISC examination at Class XII.

Four streams: Science, Commerce, Humanities and Eco-Science, each with compulsory subjects and electives. See the full subject breakdown on Academic Subjects Offered.

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Saturday, 9 AM to 2 PM (1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month are off).

VMS Joka was founded in 1978 by educationist Mr. C. G. Chandra under the Vivekananda Education Society (VES), on the philosophy of "man-making and character-building" education. Read more under History.

Uniform & Daily Rules

Uniform material is sourced only through school-recommended tailors. Students need at least two pairs of regular uniform plus one sports uniform, worn with black shoes with Velcro straps on all days, including games day. Full details are on the Rules page.

  • Jewellery, gold ornaments and other costly or precious personal articles
  • Mobile phones
  • Wristwatches for Classes up to VIII (simple watches are permitted from Class IX)

Every student belongs to one of four houses, each built around a core value: Scarlet (Courage), Royal (Honesty), Emerald (Peace) and Gold (Sincerity). See the current house captains under School Core Committee.

Early departure or leave during the school day is strictly prohibited. If a prior appointment is unavoidable, guardians are advised not to send their ward to school that particular day.

Leave requires a written request from a guardian stating the specific reason. Attendance is compulsory on the first day of the academic session and on the last working day before, and first working day after, every vacation. Students recovering from a contagious disease (e.g. chicken-pox, measles, mumps) should observe a 21-day quarantine before returning.

Campus & Contact

Vivek Ville, Opp. IIM, Joka, Kolkata 700104, West Bengal. Get directions

Phone: (033) 2970 1438 / 1949, or 7596949952 · WhatsApp: 6292157834
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Or use the Contact page enquiry form.

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Saturday, 9 AM to 2 PM. Closed on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.

Enrolled families can sign in through Parents Zone for attendance, diary and fee updates.

Have Questions About Admission to VMS Joka?

Call (033) 2970 1438, WhatsApp us, or visit the campus at Vivek Ville, Opp. IIM.