National Bal Bhavan is an institution which aims at enhancing the creative potential of children by providing them various activities, opportunities and common platform to interact, experiment, create and perform according to their age, aptitude and ability. It offers a barrier-free environment with immense possibilities of innovation, minus any stress or strain.
It caters to children between the age group of 5 to 16 years. It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It remains closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Gazetted Holidays. The Working hours are from 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM, Lunch Time from 1.00 PM to 1.30 PM.
National Bal Bhavan shall remain closed to the General Public/visitors from May 22, 2025 to June 21, 2025 to ensure the safety and security of the children during Annual Summer Fiesta - 2025. |
Summer Fiesta, 2025 (22 May, 2025 to 21 June, 2025) |
09.30 AM | 10.30 AM | 11.30 AM | 12.30 PM |
02.30 PM | 03.30 PM | 04.30 PM | 05.00 PM |
National Bal Bhavan
Kotla Road, near ITO, New Delhi-110002.
Ticket Window Opening: 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM
Entry Fee:
* Childern upto 16 yrs.: FREE
* Adult beyond 16 yrs. with childern: Rs. 20/- per person
Toy Train Ride Fee:
* Childern below 3yrs.: FREE
* Childern 3 to 16 yrs.: Rs. 10/- per child per ride
* Adult beyond 16 yrs. with childern: Rs. 30/- per person per ride
Annual Membership Fee: |
Summer Fiesta, 2025 |
Due to repair work of toy train at National Bal Bhavan, toy train will not run for a few days. Sorry for the inconvenience. |
The Open Ground of National Bal Bhavan are restricted for sitting and eating by the general public/visitors, school children and teachers. The premises of the Canteen and Membership Section are designated for sitting and eating. |
The much-awaited Summer Fiesta, 2025 commenced on 22-05-2025, marking the beginning of a vibrant month filled with creativity & curiosity. |
Sarah Singh, a student from Air Force School, Jamnagar, Gujarat, shared her insights. |
Nishesh Tomar, Teacher, Air Force School, 12 Wing, Chandigarh shares his views. |
Pahi Phukan, a student from Air Force School, Tezpur, Assam, shared how the workshop gave her a valuable opportunity. |
Shagufta Fatehan, a teacher from Air Force School, Jamnagar, Gujarat, shared how the workshop enabled students to discover their talents. |
Priyanshu Kumar, a student of Air Force School, ASTE, Bengaluru, Karnataka, said that during this workshop, he learned new skills. |
Lakshya Chaudhary, a student of Air Force School, Kanpur Cantt, Uttar Pradesh shared that through this workshop she learnt various skills. |
Tina Halai, a teacher from Air Force School, Tezpur, Assam, shared her insights on how the students are enhancing their talents. |
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Exciting colors of cultural diversity and various art forms were showcased in activity stalls during National Children Assembly 2024 |
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Children practice various yoga asanas on the occasion of International Yoga Day, 2024 |
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'Saving the environment for a sustainable lifestyle is the supreme responsibility of every person', children explain this |
Children spreading awareness to prevent drought and restore land |
The National Bal Bhavan has adopted the online mode as children have been locked into their homes for over a year. This includes very regular online teaching by our Arts and Science departments, and the organization of virtual exhibitions.