Online application submission of the Jharkhand RTE Admission Form for 2025-26 is February 10, 2025, with the final date for document upload being March 28, 2025
The Department of School Education of Jharkhand has launched a new website for RTE Admission in the name of Smagra Shiksha Jamtara ‘samagrashikshajamtara.com‘
Jharkhand RTE Admission Form 2025-26 Notification PDF: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, often known as the Right to Education Act (RTE), recognizes education as a fundamental right for all children between the ages of 6 and 14. This legislation sets forth critical standards for elementary education and requires that private educational institutions reserve 25% of their seats for underprivileged children, with the associated costs reimbursed by the government through a public-private partnership framework. The government of Jharkhand has undertaken numerous initiatives annually to ensure the effective implementation of this scheme for disadvantaged children.
Jharkhand RTE Admission Form 2025-26 Overview
| Subject | School Admission |
| State | Jharkhand |
| Academic Year | 2025-26 |
| State Portal | rte.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Total Schools Registered | 2798 |
| Total Schools Applied | 418 |
| Total Schools Certified | 18 |
| Total Schools Rejected | 11 |
| RTE Appllication Form | PDF Download |
| RTE School List | PDF Download |
| PDF Download | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Jharkhand RTE Admission Form 2025-26 Important Dates
The dates for registration and results are provided tentatively for all applicants. It is important to note that the online registration and offline submission deadlines for applications to schools are specified on the official website of the respective District Education Offices (DEOs).
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Registration Start Date | 20.01.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Registration Last Date | 31.01.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Scrutiny of Applications Start Date | 01.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Scrutiny of Applications Last Date | 10.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Selection of Applicants Start Date | 11.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Selection of Applicants Last Date | 20.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Lottery Draw Date | 22.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Lottery Result Date | 22.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Date of 1st phase Enrollment | 25.02.2025 |
| Jharkhand RTE Admission Last Date | 15.03.2025 |
Jharkhand RTE Admission Form 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility under the RTE Act is granted to applicants whose family’s annual income from all sources does not exceed Rs 72,000. This applies to the entry class of non-aided private schools (excluding minority institutions) located within a distance of 1 km, 3 km, and ultimately up to 6 km from the applicant’s residence.
The age requirements for enrollment in nursery/LKG range from 3 years and 6 months to 4 years and 6 months, while for admission to class 1, the age must be between 5 years and 6 months to 7 years. The cutoff date for determining age eligibility is 31st March 2025.
RTE Application Form 2025-26 (Sample Format)
Instructions for Filling the RTE Application Form: The information provided below is for general guidance only and should not be considered a legal document. It may be changed or modified at any time by the Competent Authority.
This application is for the registration of students seeking admission into private schools for the academic session 2025-2026 under the Right to Education (RTE) Act for socially and economically weaker sections.
Start Date for Online Application Submission: 10th Feb 2025
Last Date for Online Application Submission and Document Upload: 28th Mar 2025
Preparation Before Filling the Application Form: To ensure a smooth and quick application process, please have the following documents ready: A valid mobile number with an Indian SIM card). All application-related notifications will be sent via SMS to the registered number. It is advised to use your personal number rather than a relative’s, friend’s, agent’s, or cyber café operator’s number.
A digital or scanned photograph of the child (JPEG 200KB / JPEG format, maximum size: 200KB). A digital or scanned photograph of the child (JPEG format, maximum size: 200KB). Aadhaar card details of both parents. Aadhaar card details of both parents. If the child resides at another location in Jamtara , the guardian’s Aadhaar number is also required.
Important Guidelines
- Once the application is submitted and the submission code is generated, no further edits
can be made. - The student must be a resident of Jamtara district.
- Required Documents for Online Submission
- Proof of Age: Birth certificate (Issuer: Municipal Council, Municipal Corporation, Gram Panchayat records, Military Hospital records, or Defense personnel service records).
- The original birth certificate must be submitted for verification at the time of
admission. - Both parents’ Aadhaar cards are mandatory. If either mother or father is absent, in
that case, please upload the one that is available. - If the parents are not present or the child resides elsewhere, the guardian’s Aadhaar card is required. Category Certificate: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/BPL
SC/ST/OBC/EWS/BPL certificate, issued by the competent authority of the respective
state or central government.
Income Certificate: ₹72,000 The income certificate should be issued from October 2024. - Residential Proof: A residence certificate is issued by the competent authority. Guardian’s Address Proof (if applicable): If the child resides with a blood relative, please upload one of the following documents: electricity bill, gas bill, bank passbook, or driving license.
- Age Criteria
Nursery/LKG: 3 (3 years 6 months to 4 years 6 months) - Class 1: 5 (5 years 6 months to 7 years)
- Reservation for Physically Handicapped (PH) Students
- OH – Orthopedically Handicapped
- LV – Lower Vision
- Rejection of Application: If the required documents are not submitted by the specified date.
- If not reported to the allocated school by the specified date.
- School Selection and Admission Process: It is mandatory to select one schools while applying.
- After verification, the District Education Officer will allocate the school.
- All disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the Jamtara Court.
- Prohibition Against Misuse: Any type of transfer or adjustment is prohibited. For Assistance, Contact: Email: rtecelljamtara@gmail.com
Jharkhand DEO and DSE List 2025
| District | Online Registration | Application Link |
| Pakur (DEO) | Apply Now | |
| Deoghar (DEO) | Apply Now | |
| Giridih (DEO) | Apply Now | |
| Bokaro | 20.1.205 to 20.2.205 | Apply Now |
| Chatra | Apply Now | |
| Deoghar | Apply Now | |
| Dhanbad | Apply Now | |
| Bokaro | Apply Now | |
| East Singhbhum | Apply Now | |
| Garhwa | Apply Now | |
| Giridih | Apply Now | |
| Godda | Apply Now | |
| Gumla | Apply Now | |
| Hazaribagh | Apply Now | |
| Jamtara | Apply Now | |
| Khunti | Apply Now | |
| Koderma | Apply Now | |
| Latehar | Apply Now | |
| Lohardaga | Apply Now | |
| Pakur | Apply Now | |
| Palamu | Apply Now | |
| Ramghar | 5.5.2025 | Apply Now |
| Ranchi | 20.4.2025 | Apply Now |
| Sahibganj | Apply Now | |
| Saraikela | Apply Now | |
| Simdega | Apply Now | |
| West Singhbhum | Apply Now | |
| West Singhbhum | Apply Now |
The deadline for Ramghar RTE Admission for the 2025-26 academic year has been extended: Online applications for the 25% category will be accepted on the official portal www.rteramgarh.in from 10:00 AM on April 21, 2025, until 5:00 PM on May 5, 2025. Parents or guardians must print the completed application and submit all required documents (including birth certificate, residential certificate, caste certificate, income certificate, and Aadhaar) with self-attestation to the respective school by 2:00 PM on May 7, 2025.
Recent Status of Number of Schools in Jharkhand 2025-26
The following is a comprehensive report detailing the current status of Government, Government Aided, Private, and other schools in Jharkhand.
| Description | Data |
| Total Government Schools in Jharkhand | 35764 |
| Total Government Aided Schools in Jharkhand | 1149 |
| Total Private Schools in Jharkhand | 1583 |
| Other Schools in Jharkhand | 6100 |
| Total Schools in Jharkhand | 44596 |
The below table presents an extensive overview of the present condition of Primary, Upper Primary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary educational institutions in Jharkhand.
| Description | Data |
| Total Primary Schools in Jharkhand | 23422 |
| Total Upper Primary Schools in Jharkhand | 16161 |
| Total Secondary Schools in Jharkhand | 3226 |
| Total Higher Secondary Schools in Jharkhand | 1787 |
| Total Schools in Jharkhand | 44596 |
Warning of Samagra Shiksha Jamtara on RTE Admission
The Samagra Shiksha Jamtara of the DSE Office has issued a warning stating that if you receive a call or request for payment in relation to RTE admission, do not fall victim to deception. The RTE admission process is fully automated and does not necessitate any form of payment or bribery. Should anyone claim to represent an officer or employee of the department, please report this to DSE SS Jamtara without delay. Remain vigilant and steer clear of such fraudulent activities.