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Education
Punjab Governor Approves 5% Cap on Private School Fee Hikes
✍️ India Today
🗓 13 Jul 2026, 05:49 PM
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Punjab Governor Banwari Lal Purohit has approved an ordinance that limits fee increases in private schools to a maximum of 5% per annum.
Punjab Governor Banwari Lal Purohit has sanctioned an ordinance that caps annual fee hikes in private schools at 5%. The measure, introduced by the state government, aims to curb steep increases that have burdened families.
Under the ordinance, any fee increment beyond the 5% threshold will be deemed unlawful and subject to legal challenge. The government has stated that the cap will apply to all private educational institutions operating within the state.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed the governor’s approval, noting that the decision protects parents from excessive costs while encouraging schools to maintain quality education.
The ordinance is expected to take effect immediately, with schools required to revise their fee structures accordingly. Parents and education bodies have been urged to review the new guidelines to ensure compliance.
Under the ordinance, any fee increment beyond the 5% threshold will be deemed unlawful and subject to legal challenge. The government has stated that the cap will apply to all private educational institutions operating within the state.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed the governor’s approval, noting that the decision protects parents from excessive costs while encouraging schools to maintain quality education.
The ordinance is expected to take effect immediately, with schools required to revise their fee structures accordingly. Parents and education bodies have been urged to review the new guidelines to ensure compliance.