The Education Department is preparing to cancel the registration of 338 private schools in Muzaffarpur. These schools failed to admit children under the Right to Education (RTE) Act and did not upload seat information on the official portal.

During a video conference on Saturday, the Director of Primary Education reviewed the RTE admission process across private schools. The findings were disappointing.

Out of 1620 schools assigned students, only 951 admitted children. The deadline, originally April 30, was extended to May 3 — but even then, 641 children remained without admission.

What the Numbers Say

  • 1720 children applied online through the GyanDeep portal
  • 1620 children were assigned schools by the state
  • Only 951 admissions took place
  • 338 schools didn’t update intake capacity
  • 641 children still await enrollment

Why Were Some Students Left Out?

Many students weren’t allocated schools because:

  • Their preferred schools were already full
  • Distance from the assigned school exceeded the RTE limit
  • Some parents didn’t complete the selection process

For these cases, a third round of random school allocation (lottery) will be held. Parents will receive an SMS next week and must log in again with their user ID and password to choose new schools.

What Parents Should Know

  • If the distance to the assigned school is over 5 km, and the child is willing to travel, schools must accept the student.
  • If the distance is too far, parents should visit the District Education Office by May 5 to reapply.

Did You Know?

  • Under RTE, private schools must reserve 25% seats for underprivileged children.
  • Schools that refuse or delay admissions can lose their registration.
  • This initiative is managed entirely through the GyanDeep online portal in Bihar.

FAQs

Why are 338 schools at risk?

They failed to admit students under RTE or update their intake capacity on the portal.

What is the last date for schools to complete admissions?

All pending admissions and document verifications must be completed by May 5.

What happens if schools don’t comply?

The process to cancel their registration will begin.

What should parents do if the assigned school is far?

They can either:

  • Accept the school if they’re okay with the distance, or
  • Visit the District Education Office by May 5 to request reassignment.

When will the next round of school allocations happen?

In the third randomization, scheduled next week after parents update preferences via SMS instructions.