RTE Gujarat Admissions 2026-27: The Government of Gujarat has initiated the RTE admission process for 2026 for free seats in Class 1 at private schools. Parents can apply online from April 4 to April 17. Over 84,000 seats are available across various mediums of instruction. New priority rules now accord greater benefits to reserved categories, and parents also have the option to select a school shift.
The objective of this initiative is to ensure access to education for children from economically weaker and middle-income families. Applicants are required to submit the necessary documents before the stipulated deadline, following which the seat allocation will take place.
Gujarat RTE Admission 2026: Seats & Medium-Wise Availability
The Gujarat government has officially opened RTE admission registration for 2026, offering over 84,000 free Class 1 seats in private schools to ensure quality education for underprivileged students.
Medium of Instruction | Number of Available Seats | Status |
| Gujarati Medium | 41,000+ | Open |
| English Medium | 40,262 | Open |
| Hindi Medium | 2,235 | Open |
| Other Mediums | 320 | Open |
| Total Seats (2026) | 84,000+ | Registration Ends April 17 |
RTE Gujarat Admission 2026-27: How to Apply Online?
Parents can complete the rte.orpgujarat.com apply online process through the official portal before the RTE Gujarat admission last date, April 17, 2026.
Step 1: Fill out the online application form
Step 2: Upload required documents
Step 3: Submit the form before the deadline
Step 4: Keep a printed copy for reference
RTE Gujarat Admission 2026: Documents Required for Application
To complete the RTE Gujarat 2026 application form, parents must upload valid documents. The list of documents required for RTE Gujarat includes the following:
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate)
- Proof of Residence (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, or Voter ID)
- Caste or Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate (Valid as of April 1, 2023)
- Income Tax Return documents (if applicable) or Self-Declaration
Note: Registered Rent Agreements will be accepted only if no other proof of residence is available. Rent agreements attested by a notary will not be considered.