The Maharashtra Right to Education (RTE) admission lottery results for the 2025 academic session have been announced today, February 14, 2025. Parents who applied under the 25% reservation quota for economically weaker and disadvantaged groups will receive SMS notifications on their registered mobile numbers regarding their child’s admission status.
As per official data, Pune district received 61,687 applications for just 18,507 seats across 960 schools, highlighting the intense competition for RTE admissions. The Directorate of Primary Education manages the RTE admission process, which enables eligible students to receive free education in private schools.
To ensure access to quality education for underprivileged children, the Maharashtra government reimburses private schools for the admitted students’ fees. For the 2025-26 academic year, a total of 1,09,111 seats have been allocated across 8,863 private schools, with 3,05,161 students applying for admission—demonstrating the high demand for this initiative.
The admission process was conducted in two phases: from January 14 to 27 and from January 27 to February 2. The lottery draw took place as scheduled on February 10, and the admission process is expected to commence around February 15, 2025.
Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025: Key Dates
- January 14 – 27, 2025: First phase of applications
- January 27 – February 2, 2025: Second phase of applications
- February 10, 2025: Lottery draw conducted
- February 14, 2025: Lottery results announced
- February 28, 2025: Lottery window closes
- February 15, 2025 (Tentative): Admission process begins
Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025: How to check
Parents can check their child’s admission status by following these steps:
- Visit the official website – Go to student.maharashtra.gov.in.
- Find the RTE admission section – Look for the dedicated link related to RTE admissions.
- Enter application details – Provide the application number, date of birth, or other required credentials.
- View the result – The system will display whether your child has secured an RTE seat.
Maharashtra RTE Admission 2025: Documents required
Parents must carry either original or photocopies of the following documents:
- Birth Certificate (Proof of child’s age)
- Income Certificate (For economically weaker sections)
- Residential Proof (Aadhaar Card/Ration Card/Electricity Bill)
- Caste Certificate (If applicable)
- Passport-Sized Photographs (Recent ones)
- Disability Certificate (If applicable)
- Orphan/Single Parent Proof (If applicable)
Next steps after checking results
After verifying their child’s admission status, parents should:
- Take note of the allotted school.
- Gather the required documents for admission.
- Report to the school within the specified timeframe to complete formalities.
- Check for additional instructions or updates on the official website.
Parents should also monitor their registered mobile numbers for SMS notifications and refer to the official website for further details on admission procedures, required documents, and reporting deadlines.