RTE Karnataka 2026-27 Online Application Form Date: Eligibility & Important Dates

RTE Karnataka 2026-27 online application form date is open from April 9 to May 7, 2026. Parents can apply online for free admission under the 25% quota in private unaided schools for LKG (pre-primary) and Class 1 through the official portal of the Department of School Education, Karnataka.

RTE Karnataka Admission 2026-27 offers free education to eligible children in LKG and Class 1 under the 25% quota in private unaided schools across the state. The Department of School Education, Karnataka conducts the entire process online through its official portal, ensuring transparency and convenience for parents. With applications open from April 9 to May 7, 2026, families from economically weaker sections and reserved categories can apply without any fee, provided they meet the age, income, and residence criteria. This guide explains important dates, eligibility, documents, and the complete step-by-step online application and lottery-based selection process.

RTE Karnataka Admission 2026-27: Overview

Important Dates for RTE Karnataka 2026-27

Apply Online: Official RTE Karnataka Portal

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required for RTE Karnataka Application

• Child’s birth certificate (issued by competent authority)

• Aadhaar card of child and parent/guardian

• Income certificate (for EWS category)

• Caste/category certificate (if applicable)

• Address proof / residence certificate

• Passport-size photograph of the child

• Disability certificate (if applicable)

• Any other document as specified in the application form

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for RTE Karnataka 2026-27

1. Visit the official website: schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in

2. Click on the “New Registration” or RTE Admission 2026-27 link.

3. Enter the child’s name, date of birth, parent’s mobile number, and other details.

4. Verify with the OTP sent to the registered mobile number.

5. Create a password and note down the unique Application ID.

6. Log in using the credentials.

7. Fill the online application form carefully.

8. Select the desired class (LKG or Class 1) and choose up to 3 preferred schools.

9. Upload scanned copies of required documents.

10. Review all details and click on “Submit”.

11. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Direct Apply Online Link: Available on the official RTE admissions page after logging in.

Selection Process

• Seats are allotted through a fair computerized lottery system conducted by the Department of School Education, Karnataka.

• – First round lottery: May 16, 2026

• – Second round lottery: June 5, 2026 (for remaining seats)

Selected candidates must complete admission formalities in the allotted school within the given enrollment window. No fees are charged for admission under the RTE 25% quota.