The Directorate of Education, Delhi, has raised the annual income limit for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category from ₹1 lakh to ₹2.5 lakhs. This decision, implemented following the directions of the Delhi High Court, is expected to benefit EWS applicants in private schools starting from the 2025-26 academic year.
Key Highlights
- Revised Income Limit:
- Previous limit: ₹1 lakh.
- New limit: ₹2.5 lakhs (from all income sources).
- Delhi High Court’s Role:
- The revision was made following instructions from the Delhi High Court.
- Applicability:
- Benefits apply to EWS candidates seeking admission in private schools under the Right to Education Act, 2009.
- Free seats in private schools will now be available to families earning up to ₹2.5 lakhs annually.
- Free Seats in Private Schools:
- Reserved for students from economically weaker sections and disadvantaged groups.
- Mandated under the Delhi School Education Rules, 1973.
- Implementation Year:
- The revised limit will benefit EWS category students from the 2025-26 academic year onwards.
Summary Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Previous Income Limit | ₹1 lakh per annum. |
| New Income Limit | ₹2.5 lakhs per annum. |
| Applicability Year | From the 2025-26 academic session. |
| Authority Involved | Delhi Directorate of Education. |
| Directive by | Delhi High Court. |
| Legislation | Right to Education Act, 2009. |
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