Gujarat RTE Admission 2026: Class 1 Registration Starts at rte.orpgujarat.com – Apply Before April 17
The Gujarat Government has officially opened the RTE Admission 2026 portal today, April 4, 2026. Parents can apply for free Class 1 seats in private schools via the official portal. The last date to submit the application is April 17, 2026 (12:00 PM).
The Directorate of Primary Education has launched the first round of the Gujarat RTE Admission 2026-27 process. Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, children from economically weaker sections (EWS) and disadvantaged groups can now secure 25% reserved seats in private unaided schools across the state.
Quick Highlights: Gujarat RTE Admission 2026
| Feature | Details |
| Official Website | rte.orpgujarat.com |
| Start Date | April 4, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 17, 2026 |
| Academic Year | 2026-2027 |
| Eligibility Age | 6+ years as of June 1, 2026 |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹6 Lakh per annum |
How to Apply for Gujarat RTE Admission 2026?
To ensure your application is successful, follow this step-by-step guide for the Gujarat RTE Admissions Registration:
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Visit Portal: Go to the official address: rte.orpgujarat.com.
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New Registration: Click on the "New Application" tab on the homepage.
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Fill Form: Enter the child's personal details, parent information, and contact numbers.
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School Selection: Choose preferred schools within a 0-6 km radius of your residence. Rank them by priority.
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Upload Documents: Scan and upload all required proofs in the prescribed size and format.
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Final Submission: Review all details and click "Submit." Important: Save the application number for the lottery results.
Essential Documents for RTE Gujarat 2026 Form
Keep these digital copies ready before starting the Gujarat RTE Admissions Application:
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Age Proof: Birth Certificate (Gram Panchayat/Municipal/Hospital).
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Address Proof: Aadhaar Card, Passport, Electricity Bill, or Voter ID.
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Income Certificate: Issued by Mamlatdar/TDO (Must be issued after April 1, 2025).
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Category Proof: Caste certificate for SC/ST/SEBC.
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Child’s Photo: Recent passport-size color photograph.
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Self-Declaration: If an Income Tax Return (ITR) is not filed.
Eligibility & Financial Benefits
The state government provides significant support to students selected under the RTE quota:
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Financial Aid: Admitted students receive ₹3,000 annually directly into the parent’s bank account for books, uniforms, and transport.
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Age Criteria: The child must have completed 6 years of age by June 1, 2026.
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Income Ceiling: The family's annual income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 for both rural and urban areas.