Now families with income up to Rs 5 lakh will be able to apply

A big relief has been announced for those taking admission under Economically Weaker Section (EWS) in private schools of Delhi. Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved increasing the income limit for admission in EWS category to Rs 5 lakh. Earlier this limit was Rs 2.5 lakh. The objective of this decision is to give more families the benefit of admission in private schools under EWS quota.

Benefit of increased income limit

• Now those parents whose annual income is up to Rs 5 lakh will be able to get their children admitted in private schools under EWS quota.
• This amendment will be applicable from the academic year 2025-26.

purpose of decision

This decision has been taken on the basis of the recommendations of the Directorate of Education (DoE).

• This step has been taken in view of inflation and rising cost of living.
• Families exceeding this will become eligible for 25% reservation in private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

Importance of EWS quota

• EWS Quota: Reserves seats in private schools for children from economically weaker and disadvantaged groups.
• Eligibility:
  • Annual income should be within the revised limit.
  • Income certificate issued by the competent authorities will be necessary for the application.

benefit of decision

1. More families will be eligible:
   Due to the increased income limit, a large number of families will now be able to avail the benefits of quality education.
2. Underprivileged families will get opportunities:
   Families who were deprived of education due to old income limits will now get a chance.

guidelines for schools

The Lieutenant Governor’s office has directed private schools to:

• Adhere to the revised income limit.
• Provide free education to EWS students as per law.
• Strict verification of income certificates should be done during the admission process.

Application Process and Guidelines

The Education Department will soon issue detailed guidelines to implement the revised income limit and admission process.

• Advice to parents:
  • Pay attention to the official website and notice.
  • Read every information of the application process carefully.