The first phase of online registration for Std XI admissions opened on April 10. mid-day has learned that nearly 50,000 students have already filled out Part 1 forms on the portal. Director of Education (Secondary) Mahesh Palkar said the process is expected to run smoothly this year, with first-year junior college (FYJC) lectures likely to begin by early July.

Last year, registrations began in May, but this year the portal was opened nearly a month earlier. The second part of admissions will begin after Std X results are declared. Officials said early access will help students understand the interface.