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Strict curbs on private coaching classes in Maharashtra!
Strict curbs on private coaching classes in Maharashtra! Ban on admission for children under 13, classes limited to 5 hours a day, mandatory fee refunds, and fines up to ?50 lakh; here are the key provisions of the new law.
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step to impose strict controls on private coaching and tuition classes. The School Education and Sports Department has released the draft of the ‘Maharashtra Private Coaching Centres (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2026’. This draft was announced on August 22, 2026, and public suggestions and objections have been invited until September 4, 2026.
This legislation is being introduced against the backdrop of mounting criticism regarding coaching centres following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak incident. It is expected that this law will bring relief to students and parents. Registration will be mandatory for all private coaching centres with more than 25 students. Existing centres must register via an online portal within six months of the law coming into effect. Registration will be valid for three years, and separate registration will be required for each branch.
Key provisions of the Act:
Age Limit: A complete ban on admitting children under the age of 13 to coaching classes.
Class Timing: Classes can be conducted for a maximum of only 5 hours a day. Restrictions apply to early morning or late-night classes. A weekly holiday is mandatory for both students and teachers. Conducting exams on the day following the holiday is prohibited.
Fee Regulations: Fees cannot be hiked midway. Mandatory refund of fees within 10 days if a student discontinues the course.
Qualifications and Advertisements: Teachers with qualifications lower than a bachelor's degree cannot be hired. Misleading advertisements or commitments guaranteeing ranks or marks are prohibited.
Safety Standards: A ban on conducting classes in basements. Fire safety and building safety certificates are mandatory. CCTV footage must be preserved for at least one month. Each student requires a minimum of one square meter of space, clean water, separate toilets for boys and girls, first-aid facilities, etc.
Dummy School Model: The integration of schools and coaching centers (integrated/dummy schools) is prohibited. Violations will lead to a recommendation for action regarding the school's recognition.
Penalties: ?1 lakh to ?5 lakh for minor violations; ?10 lakh for repeat offenses. Fines ranging from ?10 lakh to ?50 lakh apply to serious offenses such as operating without registration, misleading advertisements, and admitting children under the age of 13.
Additionally, the law incorporates provisions for counseling, life skills training, and grievance redressal mechanisms to support students' mental health. Action must be taken on complaints of sexual harassment within 24 hours.
This law has been drafted with the aim of reducing academic stress on students, ensuring transparency, and creating a safe educational environment. Currently, it is only a draft and will be finalized after incorporating suggestions. This is important information for parents and students.
Strict curbs on private coaching classes in Maharashtra! Ban on admission for children under 13, classes limited to 5 hours a day, mandatory fee refunds, and fines up to ?50 lakh; here are the key provisions of the new law.
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step to impose strict controls on private coaching and tuition classes. The School Education and Sports Department has released the draft of the ‘Maharashtra Private Coaching Centres (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2026’. This draft was announced on August 22, 2026, and public suggestions and objections have been invited until September 4, 2026.
This legislation is being introduced against the backdrop of mounting criticism regarding coaching centres following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak incident. It is expected that this law will bring relief to students and parents. Registration will be mandatory for all private coaching centres with more than 25 students. Existing centres must register via an online portal within six months of the law coming into effect. Registration will be valid for three years, and separate registration will be required for each branch.
Key provisions of the Act:
Age Limit: A complete ban on admitting children under the age of 13 to coaching classes.
Class Timing: Classes can be conducted for a maximum of only 5 hours a day. Restrictions apply to early morning or late-night classes. A weekly holiday is mandatory for both students and teachers. Conducting exams on the day following the holiday is prohibited.
Fee Regulations: Fees cannot be hiked midway. Mandatory refund of fees within 10 days if a student discontinues the course.
Qualifications and Advertisements: Teachers with qualifications lower than a bachelor's degree cannot be hired. Misleading advertisements or commitments guaranteeing ranks or marks are prohibited.
Safety Standards: A ban on conducting classes in basements. Fire safety and building safety certificates are mandatory. CCTV footage must be preserved for at least one month. Each student requires a minimum of one square meter of space, clean water, separate toilets for boys and girls, first-aid facilities, etc.
Dummy School Model: The integration of schools and coaching centers (integrated/dummy schools) is prohibited. Violations will lead to a recommendation for action regarding the school's recognition.
Penalties: ?1 lakh to ?5 lakh for minor violations; ?10 lakh for repeat offenses. Fines ranging from ?10 lakh to ?50 lakh apply to serious offenses such as operating without registration, misleading advertisements, and admitting children under the age of 13.
Additionally, the law incorporates provisions for counseling, life skills training, and grievance redressal mechanisms to support students' mental health. Action must be taken on complaints of sexual harassment within 24 hours.
This law has been drafted with the aim of reducing academic stress on students, ensuring transparency, and creating a safe educational environment. Currently, it is only a draft and will be finalized after incorporating suggestions. This is important information for parents and students.
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step to impose strict controls on private coaching and tuition classes. The School Education and Sports Department has released the draft of the ‘Maharashtra Private Coaching Centres (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2026’. This draft was announced on August 22, 2026, and public suggestions and objections have been invited until September 4, 2026.
This legislation is being introduced against the backdrop of mounting criticism regarding coaching centres following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak incident. It is expected that this law will bring relief to students and parents. Registration will be mandatory for all private coaching centres with more than 25 students. Existing centres must register via an online portal within six months of the law coming into effect. Registration will be valid for three years, and separate registration will be required for each branch.
Key provisions of the Act:
Age Limit: A complete ban on admitting children under the age of 13 to coaching classes.
Class Timing: Classes can be conducted for a maximum of only 5 hours a day. Restrictions apply to early morning or late-night classes. A weekly holiday is mandatory for both students and teachers. Conducting exams on the day following the holiday is prohibited.
Fee Regulations: Fees cannot be hiked midway. Mandatory refund of fees within 10 days if a student discontinues the course.
Qualifications and Advertisements: Teachers with qualifications lower than a bachelor's degree cannot be hired. Misleading advertisements or commitments guaranteeing ranks or marks are prohibited.
Safety Standards: A ban on conducting classes in basements. Fire safety and building safety certificates are mandatory. CCTV footage must be preserved for at least one month. Each student requires a minimum of one square meter of space, clean water, separate toilets for boys and girls, first-aid facilities, etc.
Dummy School Model: The integration of schools and coaching centers (integrated/dummy schools) is prohibited. Violations will lead to a recommendation for action regarding the school's recognition.
Penalties: ?1 lakh to ?5 lakh for minor violations; ?10 lakh for repeat offenses. Fines ranging from ?10 lakh to ?50 lakh apply to serious offenses such as operating without registration, misleading advertisements, and admitting children under the age of 13.
Additionally, the law incorporates provisions for counseling, life skills training, and grievance redressal mechanisms to support students' mental health. Action must be taken on complaints of sexual harassment within 24 hours.
This law has been drafted with the aim of reducing academic stress on students, ensuring transparency, and creating a safe educational environment. Currently, it is only a draft and will be finalized after incorporating suggestions. This is important information for parents and students.
