The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has opened the Right to Education (RTE) admissions for 2026-27, offering 5,939 seats in 323 schools across Mumbai. Parents can apply online until March 10, 2026. Admissions under the 25% quota for children from economically weaker sections will be allotted via lottery, ensuring free education up to Class VIII.
The RTE admission process for 2026-27 has officially begun in Mumbai, with the BMC announcing 5,939 seats across 323 registered schools. Applications are open from February 17 to March 10, 2026, through the state’s online portal.
This initiative falls under the Right to Education Act, which mandates a 25% reservation in private unaided schools (excluding minority institutions) for children from economically weaker and disadvantaged sections. Admissions will be finalized via a lottery system, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity.
Parents are required to submit applications online, with documents uploaded digitally as part of the revised process. The education remains free up to Class VIII, providing significant relief to families seeking quality schooling.
Key Highlights:
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Seats Available: 5,939 across 323 schools in Mumbai.
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Application Window: February 17 – March 10, 2026.
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Quota: 25% reserved under RTE Act.
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Process: Online applications with digital document submission.
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Selection: Lottery-based allotment for transparency.
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Benefit: Free education up to Class VIII.
This year’s admissions reflect the government’s continued push to expand equitable access to education, while addressing parental concerns about school selection and distance criteria.
Sources: The Hindu BusinessLine, Mid-Day, UNI News, BMC RTE Portal