Record rise in admissions to private schools under RTE in U.P., says govt.

Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday (December 23, 2025) said that a record rise in admissions to private schools under Right to Education (RTE) Act has taken place in the State with over 1.40 lakh children admitted so far.

“Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a significant and record increase in admissions of children from economically weaker and disadvantaged sections to private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, reflecting the positive impact of policies implemented by the Yogi Adityanath government. In the academic session 2025–26, over 1.40 lakh children have been admitted so far under the RTE Act. Over the last five years, the total number of students securing admission to private schools under the scheme has more than doubled,” reads an official statement. 

In a written reply to a question in the Legislative Assembly, Basic Education Minister Sandeep Singh said that under the RTE Act, 25% of seats in unaided, recognised private schools are reserved for children from economically weaker and disadvantaged sections. “Due to effective implementation, a transparent selection process, and a robust digital system, the reach of the scheme has consistently expanded across the state,” said the Minister. 

“According to official data, 61,403 children were admitted under RTE in the academic year 2021–22. The number increased to 70,406 in 2022–23, crossed one lakh at 1,00,249 in 2023–24, and rose further to 1,13,991 in 2024–25. In the ongoing academic year 2025–26, admissions have already reached 1,40,007,” added the official statement. 

The government clarified that seat allocation is carried out school-wise, based on the number of reserved seats available and the applications received. Admissions are ensured strictly in line with this allocation process.