The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department has started the UP RTE (Right to Education) Registration process for the 2025-26 academic year. This program gives children from disadvantaged families the chance to apply for the 25% reserved seats in pre-primary classes at private schools, ensuring they have access to quality education.
Important Dates and Registration Details
- Round 1 Registration started on December 1, 2024, and will end on December 19, 2024.
- The lottery results will be announced on December 24, 2024.
In 2024, over 1.65 lakh students registered for the program, and this number is expected to rise by 10-15% this year due to increased awareness. The UP RTE initiative is crucial in providing educational opportunities to children from lower-income families and helping to bridge the gap in education access.
Eligibility Criteria for UP RTE Admission 2025-26
- Age Limit: Children must be between 3 and 6 years old to apply for admission to pre-primary classes under the UP RTE scheme.
- Family Criteria: The child’s family must be from an Economically Weaker Section (EWS) or Below Poverty Line (BPL). Families with an annual income of Rs. 1 lakh or less are eligible to apply. Applicants must submit documents like income, caste, and residence certificates.
Important Dates for UP RTE Registration 2025-26
| Event | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Round 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application Window Open | December 1, 2024 | January 1, 2025 | February 1, 2025 | March 1, 2025 |
| Application Window Close | December 19, 2024 | January 19, 2025 | February 19, 2025 | March 19, 2025 |
| Verification Starts at District | December 20, 2024 | January 20, 2025 | February 20, 2025 | March 20, 2025 |
| Verification Closes at District | December 23, 2024 | January 23, 2025 | February 23, 2025 | March 23, 2025 |
| UP RTE Lottery Announcement | December 24, 2024 | January 24, 2025 | February 24, 2025 | March 24, 2025 |
| Merit List Release Date | December 27, 2024 | January 27, 2025 | February 27, 2025 | March 27, 2025 |
Admission Process
- Registration: To begin, parents must register on the official website. After completing the registration, the application will be verified.
- Lottery System: Once the verification is complete, a lottery system will randomly select students for admission.
- Merit List: The merit list will be published, and selected students will be announced on the website.
Registration Fee: There is no fee for applying. The process is completely free to ensure that children from low-income families have equal opportunities for education.
How to Register for UP RTE Admission 2025-26
Follow these steps to register for the UP RTE Admission:
- Visit the official website: rte25.upsdc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click on “Online Application/ Student Login”.
- For new users, click “New Student Registration”. Returning users should log in with their registration number and mobile number.
- Fill out the registration form with all the required details.
- After completing the form, click “Register”.
- Once registered, you will receive an acknowledgement with further instructions on the verification process and next steps.
Conclusion
Parents are encouraged to register within the provided dates to ensure their child gets a chance for admission under the UP RTE scheme. This initiative plays a key role in making quality education accessible to all children, particularly those from economically weaker backgrounds.