The Delhi government has officially decided to postpone the implementation of the new school fee regulation law for the current academic session. On Monday, February 2, Additional Solicitor General SV Raju informed the Supreme Court that the “Delhi School Education Act, 2025” will not be enforced for the 2025-26 year. This decision comes after practical difficulties were cited in applying the new rules in the middle of an ongoing school year. However, the authorities have ensured that parents remain protected from sudden fee hikes during this period.
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What are the rules for school fees this year?
Even though the full implementation of the new law is deferred, the government has placed strict controls on what schools can charge right now. An official order states that private schools cannot charge any fee higher than the structure that was in place as of April 1, 2025. This freeze remains active for the rest of the current session.
Regarding schools that may have already collected higher fees, the government clarified that these amounts are not final. Any excessive fees collected during the 2025-26 period will be subject to adjustment or refunds later, depending on the final verdict from the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court.
Timeline for new committees and future fees
The new fee determination process is now set to begin for the three-year block starting from the 2026-27 academic session. To prepare for this, the government has issued a strict timeline for all private schools to follow immediately:
- Schools must form a School Level Fee Regulation Committee (SLFRC) within 10 days of the February 1 order.
- This committee must include the principal, five parents selected via a public draw, three teachers, and one government representative.
- School management must submit their proposed fee structure for the next three years to this committee within 14 days of its formation.
- The Directorate of Education will set up District Fee Appellate Committees within 30 days to resolve any disputes quickly.
