Kendriya Vidyalaya Admissions 2024: Understanding the Fee Structure and Eligibility Criteria for Free Education

When discussing education in government schools, Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) often emerges as a prominent topic. With 1,223 Kendriya Vidyalayas spread across states and Union Territories, it stands as one of the top government school chains in India. Prospective students and parents can access admission details and fee structures on the official website of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan at kvsangathan.nic.in.

Admission Process and Eligibility: To secure admission in Class 1 at Kendriya Vidyalaya, a child must be at least 6 years old. Parents are advised to carefully review all admission rules before applying for admission. Admission to Kendriya Vidyalaya is highly competitive, making it a sought-after choice for many families aiming for quality education from an early stage.

Fee Structure: Unlike the hefty admission fees often charged by private schools, Kendriya Vidyalaya maintains a nominal admission fee of only Rs 25. This standardized fee applies uniformly across all Kendriya Vidyalayas nationwide. Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), operating under the Ministry of Education of the Central Government, sets and regulates fees for KVs. While KVS provides guidelines, individual KVs have some autonomy in determining their fee structures.

Breakdown of Fees:

• Admission Fee: Rs 25
• Re-admission Fee: Rs 100
• Monthly Tuition Fee:
  • Class 1 to 8: No tuition fee
  • Class 9 and 10: Rs 200
  • Class 11 and 12 (Commerce and Arts): Rs 300
  • Class 11 and 12 (Science): Rs 400
• Computer Fund:
  • Class 1 to 3: No computer fund
  • After Class 3: Rs 100
• Computer Science Fee (for elective subjects in Class 11 and 12): Rs 150
• School Development Fund (Class 1 to 12): Rs 500 per month

Free Education Criteria:

• Girls: Girls studying in KVs from Classes 1 to 12 are exempt from tuition fees.
• SC/ST Category Students: SC and ST category students do not pay tuition fees.
• Children of KVS Employees: Tuition fees are not waived, but employees can seek reimbursement from their departments.
• Below Poverty Line (BPL) Families: Children from BPL families, with a valid BPL card (limited to two children), can avail free education.
• Differently Abled Children: Subject to conditions, some differently abled children are exempt from fees.
• Children of Paramilitary and Indian Army Soldiers: Fees may be waived for children of these personnel, subject to specific conditions.

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