Age Criteria Children aged 6 to 14 years are eligible for admission under the RTE Act.
Residential Requirement The child must reside within the neighborhood or locality of the school offering RTE quota seats.
Income Limit Income limits are usually set to ensure that the benefits reach economically weaker sections and disadvantaged groups.
Disadvantaged Groups Children belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) are eligible.
Economically Weaker Sections Families falling under the EWS category, as defined by the state government, are eligible for RTE admissions.
Proof of Age A birth certificate or any government-recognized document showing the child's age is required
Proof of Residence Documents such as a ration card, voter ID, utility bills, or a rent agreement can serve as proof of residence.
Income Certificate An income certificate issued by a competent authority (such as a Tehsildar or District Magistrate) is required to prove eligibility under the EWS category.
Caste Certificate For children from SC/ST/OBC backgrounds, a valid caste certificate is necessary.