Uttar Pradesh RTE Admissions 2026-27: Apply for 16,160 Free Seats in Kanpur Private Schools – Latest Job Notification for Parents!

Uttar Pradesh RTE Admissions 2026-27: Apply for 16,160 Free Seats in Kanpur Private Schools!

The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department has officially launched the RTE Admission 2026-27 process. This year, Kanpur alone is offering 16,160 free seats across 1,629 private schools. Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, children from economically weaker and disadvantaged backgrounds can study in top-tier private institutions for free.

The application process is split into three distinct phases. If you miss the first deadline, you can still apply in the subsequent rounds!

📊 UP RTE Admission 2026-27: Phase-Wise Schedule

🎓 Eligibility & Age Criteria

Selection is based on the child’s age as of April 1, 2026. Please ensure your child falls within these brackets:

• Pre-Primary (Nursery): 3 to 4 years

• LKG: 4 to 5 years

• UKG: 5 to 6 years

• Class 1: 6 to 7 years

Eligibility Categories:

• EWS (Weak Sections): Families with an annual income below ₹1 Lakh.

• DG (Disadvantaged Groups): Includes SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy), orphans, children with HIV/Cancer, and children of Divyang parents.

📝 How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit Portal: Go to rte25.upsdc.gov.in.

2. New Registration: Click on “Online Application” and fill in basic details to get your Registration ID.

3. Fill Form: Log in and provide family income, address, and category details.

4. School Selection: Choose up to 10 private schools in your neighborhood ward/gram panchayat.

5. Upload Documents: You will need scanned copies of:

   • Child’s Photograph

   • Birth Certificate (Hospital/ANM register or self-declaration)

   • Residence Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Ration Card)

   • Income Certificate (Issued by Tehsildar)

   • Caste Certificate (If applying under DG category)

6. Final Lock: Review your entries and click “Final Lock” to submit.

⚙️ Selection Process & “Sarkari” Benefits

• Transparency: No entrance exams or interviews. Seats are allotted via a Computerized Lottery.

• Zero Fees: Selected students do not pay any tuition or admission fees until Class 8.

• Direct Support: The government provides ₹5,000 per year directly to the parent’s bank account for books and uniforms.