Gujarat RTE Admissions 2026: The first round of admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act in Gujarat has started today, April 4, 2026. Parents can submit applications for Class 1 admissions until April 17 (12 pm) on the official website - rte.orpgujarat.com.
The RTE Act in Gujarat ensures free admission for children belonging to economically weaker sections and socially disadvantaged groups in private unaided schools.
As per Section 12(1)(c) of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, at least 25% of seats in Class 1 (up to Class 8) are reserved for children from these categories in private schools.
Students admitted under this provision in recognised private primary schools are eligible for financial assistance of Rs 3,000 per year. The amount is transferred by the state government directly to the parents' bank accounts to help cover expenses such as books, footwear, transport, and other academic needs.
To be eligible, the family's annual income must not exceed Rs 6 lakh, and the child must be at least six years old.
How to Apply for RTE Admissions?
- Visit the official website: rte.orpgujarat.com
- On the homepage, click on any of the four available forms
- Click on "New Application" and enter the required details
- Submit the application to complete the registration for RTE admissions
When filling out the form, ensure that you include only your preferred schools and rank them according to your choice.
Documents Required for Gujarat RTE Admissions
Parents need to upload the necessary supporting documents while filling out the online form. These include proof of date of birth, residence proof, caste/category certificate, and an income certificate issued by a competent authority. Applicants may also need to provide an income tax return. If an income tax return has not been filed, a self-declaration stating non-taxable income must be submitted (where applicable).
Revised Admission Priority Categories
Gujarat RTE Admissions Application Link, Form
Last year, the admission process saw 86,274 seats allotted in the initial round. However, only 80,378 admissions were confirmed by parents by the May 8 deadline, as per official reports.
In 2025, RTE drive received a significant response, with 2,38,916 online applications submitted - marking a noticeable rise from previous years.
