UP RTE Free Admission Online Form 2026

Current Status: Application Open – Round 1
Last Updated: 28 Oct 2025
Official Authority: Basic Education Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
This page provides concise, up‑to‑date details about the UP RTE free admission process for the 2026‑27 academic year. It is aimed at parents and guardians who wish to apply for Nursery, LKG, UKG or Class 1 seats in private schools under the Right to Education Act.

Important Dates

Round Application Start Last Date Lottery Date
1st Round 02 Feb 2026 16 Feb 2026 18 Feb 2026
2nd Round 21 Feb 2026 07 Mar 2026 09 Mar 2026
3rd Round 12 Mar 2026 25 Mar 2026 27 Mar 2026

Eligibility Criteria

  • Age as of 01 Apr 2026: Nursery – 3 years to < 4 years; LKG – 4 years to < 5 years; UKG – 5 years to < 6 years; Class 1 – 6 years to < 7 years.
  • Caste Certificate issued by the Tehsildar (Disadvantaged Group).
  • Residence proof – Tehsil‑level residence certificate, Voter ID, Ration Card, Rural Job Card, Passport, Driving Licence, Electricity/Water bill.
  • EWS income certificate or BPL card issued by the Food & Civil Supplies Department.
  • Medical certificate for children of parents suffering from AIDS, HIV or Cancer.
  • Orphan certificate from the Competent Authority.
  • Certificate for children of disabled, elderly, widow or pension‑beneficiary parents.

Who Should Apply and Who Should Not

Who Should Apply

  • Residents of Uttar Pradesh belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) or Disadvantaged Groups.
  • Children whose age meets the criteria for Nursery‑Class 1.
  • Parents/guardians who can provide required documents (caste, income, residence, medical where applicable).

Who Should Not Apply

  • Children residing outside Uttar Pradesh.
  • Families with an annual income above the EWS threshold.
  • Applicants who do not possess the mandatory documents at the time of registration.

Common Mistakes Candidates Make

  • Submitting incomplete documentation – missing income or caste certificates.
  • Applying after the deadline; dates are strict and non‑negotiable.
  • Skipping the age verification step; children may be disqualified.
  • Failing to take a printout of the submitted form.
  • Not keeping a PDF copy for future reference.

Step‑by‑Step Application Process

  1. Visit the official website https://rte25.upsdc.gov.in/.
  2. On the home page click “Online Application / Student Login”.
  3. If new, select “New Student Registration”.
  4. Enter the child’s details and upload the required documents.
  5. Review all entries and click “Final Submit”.
  6. Take a printout of the confirmation page.
  7. Save a PDF copy of the completed form for records.

Useful Official Links

Conclusion

The admission cycle is time‑sensitive. Ensure all documents are ready, submit before the last date, and retain a copy of your application. Keep the official website bookmarked for any further updates.
Expiry / Update Note: Once the admission round concludes, no further applications will be accepted. Future rounds, if any, will be announced on the official portal. Information released for previous cycles will be archived and should not be referenced for the current admission.

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