Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 25% of seats in private unaided schools are reserved for children from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds.
For the 2025-26 school year, the admission process will be conducted online, making it easier for eligible students to apply for these reserved seats.
The RTE provides free education for children in both English and Marathi medium schools. For the 2025-26 school year, schools have already started registering, and student applications will begin in February 2025.
RTE Admission 2025-26 Maharashtra
After completing the Regular List for RTE 25% admissions in private schools for 2025-26, the first waiting list admissions have now started. The last date for this process is March 23, 2025.
The RTE admission lottery results were announced on February 10, 2025. You can check your status online at student.maharashtra.gov.in.
The online registration for Maharashtra RTE 25% admissions ended on January 27, 2025, and February 2, 2025 (Thursday). The date for the lottery draw and the first-round selection list will be announced soon.
Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025-2026 Overview
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Name | RTE Maharashtra Admission 2025-26 |
| Department | School Education and Sports Department |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Under | Right to Education (RTE) Act 2009 |
| Academic Year | 2025-2026 |
| Who Can Apply | BPL and economically weaker sections |
| Age Limit | Below 7 years |
| Reserved Seats | 25% |
| Income Criteria | Only families earning below ₹1 lakh |
| Admission Benefits | Free education up to Class 8 |
| Selection Process | Result |
| Official Website | student.maharashtra.gov.in |
Eligibility For RTE Admission 2025, Maharashtra
To apply for RTE Admission 2025, the student’s family must meet these conditions:
- They should be below the poverty line (BPL) or have a BPL ration card.
- Their annual income must be ₹3 lakh or less.
- The age requirements for admission are given below.
Age Limit For Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025-26
Starting December 2025, the government has set a minimum age for school admissions, but there is no maximum age limit.
To ensure that students born between July and November are not at a disadvantage due to date changes, the age criteria for RTE 25% admissions for the 2024-25 academic year (as of December 31, 2025) have been clearly defined.
- Play Group / Nursery – 3 to 4 years
- Jr. KG – 4 to 5 years
- Sr. KG – 5 to 6 years
- Class 1st – 6 to 7 years
Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025-26 Last Date
RTE Maharashtra Admission 2025-26 Important Dates
- Notification Release – January 13, 2025
- Application Start Date – January 14, 2025
- Application Last Date – January 27, 2025 / February 2, 2025
- Lottery Result Announcement – February 10, 2025
- Regular Merit List Release – February 14, 2025
- Admission from the Regular Merit List:
- Starts: February 17, 2025
- Ends: March 10, 2025
- 1st Waiting List: March 19, 2025
- Admission from 1st Selection List:
- Starts: March 18, 2025
- Ends: March 24, 2025
- 2nd Waiting List: March 2025
- 3rd Waiting List: April 2025
- 4th Waiting List: April 2025
How to Apply Online For RTE Admission Maharashtra 2025-26?
- Go to the official website – student.maharashtra.gov.in
- Click on “Online Application” on the homepage.
- If you’re new, select “New Registration” and create your Login ID.
- Log in and click on the “RTE Admission Apply Now” link.
- Read the admission guidelines, check the box confirming you understand the rules, and click “Apply.”
- Fill out the application form with all required details.
- Upload the necessary scanned documents.
- Click “Submit” to complete the process.
- Save or print your application for future reference.
How To Check RTE Maharashtra Admission Status 2025?
Starting December 2025, the government has set a minimum age for school admissions, but there is no maximum age limit.
To ensure that students born between July and November are not affected by date changes, specific age criteria have been set for RTE 25% admissions for the 2024-25 academic year (as of December 31, 2025).
Important Instructions for Parents Before Applying Online
- Read all instructions carefully before filling out the online form.
- The application process has started for the 2025-26 academic year.
- Double-check your address (including Google location) before submitting.
- Enter the correct date of birth of your child – changes are not allowed after submission.
- Choose schools within 1-3 km for better chances of selection.
- Keep all required documents ready – incomplete documents may lead to admission cancellation.
- Once submitted, the application is final – delete any previous application before submitting a new one.
- Save your application number and mobile number for future reference.
- If you forget your password, click on “Recover Password” to reset it.
- The last date to apply is February 2, 2025.
- The gas bill is not accepted as proof of address for 2025-26.
- Enter accurate location details using Google Maps latitude and longitude.
- If you face date of birth issues for a disabled child, email rtemah2020@gmail.com for help.
FAQs – RTE Maharashtra Admission 2025-26
Q.1 Who can apply for RTE Maharashtra Admission?
Ans. Families below the poverty line (BPL) or with an annual income of ₹3 lakh or less can apply.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is February 2, 2025.
Q.3 What documents are needed for the application?
Ans. Important documents include proof of income, address, child’s birth certificate, and school preference details.
