Haryana RTE Admission 2026-27: The Directorate of Elementary Education, Haryana, has officially opened the online application window for RTE Admission 2026-27. Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act 2009, children from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Disadvantaged Groups (DG) are entitled to 25% reserved seats in private unaided schools across the state. This initiative ensures that deserving children receive high-quality education free of cost from the entry level (Nursery) up to Class 1. The online registration process on the Ujjwal Portal started on April 09, 2026, and will remain active until April 16, 2026. Below is the comprehensive guide on age limits, income criteria, and the lottery-based selection process.
Overview of Haryana RTE Admission 2026-27
| Particulars | Details |
| Authority | Directorate of Elementary Education, Haryana |
| Admission Type | Private Schools under 25% RTE Quota |
| Beneficiaries | EWS & Disadvantaged Group (DG) Students |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Total Seats Available | 60,479 |
| Application Mode | Online via Ujjwal Portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Important Dates to Remember
- Online Application Starts: 09 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 16 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Document Verification Period: 22 April to 26 April 2026
- Lottery Draw Date: To be notified soon on the portal.
Age Limit (As on 31 March 2026)
| Class | Minimum Age | Date of Birth Range |
| Nursery | 3 Years | 01.04.2022 to 31.03.2023 |
| LKG | 4 Years | 01.04.2021 to 31.03.2022 |
| UKG | 5 Years | 01.04.2020 to 31.03.2021 |
| Class 1 | 6 Years | 01.04.2019 to 31.03.2020 |
Eligibility Criteria & Reservation
- Residency: The child and parents must be permanent residents of Haryana.
- Income (EWS): Total annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹1,80,000 (verified via Parivar Pehchan Patra).
- Disadvantaged Groups (DG): Includes SC, Orphans, HIV-affected children, Children of War Widows, and CWSN (Children with Special Needs).
- Neighborhood Criteria: Preference is given to residents living within 0–1 KM of the school, followed by the 1–3 KM radius.
Class-wise Seat Distribution
- Nursery: 23,988 Seats
- LKG: 1,324 Seats
- UKG: 2,328 Seats
- Class 1: 32,839 Seats
Selection Process
- Online Application: Parents select schools within their neighborhood radius.
- Computerized Lottery: All valid applications are entered into a digital draw system.
- School Allotment: Seats are assigned randomly based on the lottery result.
- Verification: Selected candidates must visit the Block Level Committee with original documents.
- Final Admission: After successful verification, the child must report to the school within 5 days.
How to apply for RTE Haryana admission 2026 online?
- Visit the official RTE Haryana portal: 117.239.183.208/rte_admission.
- Click on the “New Registration” button.
- Log in using your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and verify via OTP.
- Fill in the child’s details and upload the required documents (Aadhaar, Residence Proof, Income Certificate).
- Select preferred schools within the 0–3 KM radius of your residence.
- Review the form carefully for any errors.
- Click Submit and download the application printout.
Important Related Links
| Title | Date | Link |
| School Allotment Result | 29/04/2026 | Download |
| Lottery Result PDF | 23/04/2026 | Lottery Result PDF |
| Apply Online (Ujjwal Portal) | 09/04/2026 | Apply Now |
| School-wise Vacant Seats | 09/04/2026 | Check Seats |
| Official Notification PDF | 09/04/2026 | Download |
| Official Website | 09/04/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – Haryana RTE Admission 2026
Yes, the child’s Aadhaar Card is essential for registration along with the Family ID (PPP) to ensure the data matches government records.
To qualify under the EWS category for RTE, the total annual family income should not exceed ₹1,80,000.
Preference is strictly given to candidates living within a 0–3 KM radius. Applications for schools beyond this distance are generally not prioritized unless seats remain vacant.
If you fail to appear for verification between April 22 and 26, your lottery allotment will be cancelled, and the seat will be offered to a waitlisted candidate.
You can visit the Ujjwal Portal and use the “School-wise Vacant Seats” link to filter schools by your district and block.