GR on RTE Entry Age: Latest Government Rules & Eligibility for Admission
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Understanding the RTE (Right to Education) entry age is essential for parents planning to secure free private school admission under RTE 25% reservation quota. The Government Resolution (GR) regarding entry age under the RTE Act, 2009 helps ensure uniformity in admissions across states. The latest GR on RTE entry age 2025 outlines the minimum and maximum age criteria for children seeking admission in entry-level classes like Nursery, LKG, or Standard 1.
What Is the GR on RTE Entry Age?
A Government Resolution (GR) is an official directive issued by state education departments to clarify policies. The RTE entry age GR ensures that private schools follow standard age limits and do not arbitrarily set their own rules for RTE admissions.
Each state has issued its own GR in line with the central RTE guidelines. These resolutions define the cut-off dates for age calculation, minimum and maximum age limits, and applicable school levels.
RTE Entry Age Guidelines as per GR (2025)
While age limits may slightly differ between states, here’s the most commonly followed structure under recent RTE GRs:
Class | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
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Nursery (if applicable) | 3 years | 4 years |
LKG / Jr. KG | 4 years | 5 years |
UKG / Sr. KG | 5 years | 6 years |
Class 1 | 6 years | 7 years |
Cut-off Date for Age Calculation (Varies by State):
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Many states follow March 31 as the cut-off date.
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Some states may follow December 31 or June 1.
For example, in Maharashtra, the latest GR (as of 2024) mandates that a child must be 6 years old on or before June 30 to be eligible for Class 1 admission under RTE 25.
Why the GR on RTE Age Matters?
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Prevents age manipulation during admission
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Ensures a uniform education system across schools
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Helps in accurate planning of class sizes and resources
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Protects children's right to appropriate age-level learning
Incorrect age entry or missing the age eligibility can result in application rejection, even after selection in the RTE lottery system.
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