How to apply for RTE Gujarat Admission 2026-27 for Class 1?
Applying for RTE (Right to Education) Gujarat Admission 2026-27 is a significant opportunity for children from economically weaker and disadvantaged backgrounds to secure free education in private schools.
For the 2026-27 academic cycle, the Gujarat government has introduced critical updates, including an increased income limit and stricter document verification through AI.
ð Important Dates for 2026-27 (Expected)
The admission cycle typically moves quickly. Based on the official notification released in January 2026, here are the tentative dates:
| Event | Expected Date |
| Official Notification Release | Early January 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | February 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 21, 2026 |
| Document Verification (AI & Manual) | March 10 – March 25, 2026 |
| First Round Lottery Result | April 5, 2026 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: The child must have completed 6 years of age as of June 1, 2026.
3 This means the child must be born between June 1, 2019, and May 31, 2020.4 Income Limit: The annual family income limit has been raised to ₹6,00,000 (6 Lakhs) for both rural and urban areas.
5 Priority Groups:
Group 1: Orphans, children in need of care and protection, and children from child care institutions.
Group 2: Children of martyred soldiers.
Group 3: Children with disabilities (min 40%).
Group 4: SC/ST category students.
Group 5: SEBC/OBC and General category students falling under the income limit.
ð Essential Documents (Scan these first!)
The 2026 portal uses AI to cross-verify documents.
Proof of Birth: Birth certificate from Gram Panchayat, Nagar Palika, or Mahanagar Palika.
Income Certificate: Must be issued after April 1, 2025.
8 For 2026, certificates older than 6 months at the time of application may be rejected.9 Address Proof: Aadhaar Card, Passport, Electricity Bill, or Election Card.
10 If you are a tenant, a Registered Rent Agreement is mandatory (notarized is not accepted).Parent Identity: Both father and mother’s Aadhaar cards must now be seeded (linked) on the portal.
11 Photograph: Recent passport-size color photo of the child.
12 Caste Certificate: For SC/ST/SEBC categories, issued by the Mamlatdar or TDO.
ðŧ Step-by-Step Online Application Process
Step 1: Portal Registration
Visit the official website:
Step 2: Fill Child & Parent Details
Enter the child's name exactly as it appears on the birth certificate.
Step 3: Address & Location
This is the most critical part. The system uses a Google Maps interface to determine the distance between your home and schools.
Note: 40% priority is given to schools within a 3 km radius of your residence.
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Step 4: Upload Documents
Upload clear, color-scanned copies of the required documents.
Step 5: School Selection
You can select a maximum of 10 schools.
Step 6: Confirmation & Print
Check all details once more. Click "Confirm Application." You will receive an application number. Print the final form for your records; you do not need to submit it physically anywhere.
ðĻ Common Reasons for Rejection in 2026
Income Certificate: Using a certificate issued before April 1, 2025.
21 Aadhaar Mismatch: Name spelling on the portal not matching the Aadhaar card.
Rent Agreement: Using a notarized agreement instead of a registered one.
Age: Child being even one day younger than the 6-year requirement.
ð After the Result (The 72-Hour Rule)
If your child is allotted a seat on April 5, you must download the Admit Card/Allotment Letter immediately. You have only 72 hours to visit the school with original documents to confirm the admission.
Would you like me to help you find the list of RTE-approved private schools in your specific area/taluka?
This video provides a deep dive into the specific documentation required for the 'Single Girl Child' category under the RTE Gujarat 2026-27 admission cycle, explained clearly in Gujarati.
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