Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Bans Illegal Capitation Fee in Private Schools–Official Notification Issued

Official Action Against Capitation Fee in Private Schools – KP Government Notification:

In a significant move towards educational fairness and transparency, the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through the Private Schools Regulatory Authority (KP-PSRA) has issued a stern warning to all private schools operating in the province. The official Government Notification highlights the illegal practice of collecting capitation fees at the start of the new academic session (2025-26), despite clear prohibitions under Clause 7(4)(IV) of KP-PSRA Regulations, 2018 and a validated High Court judgment (WP No. 1995-P/2020) dated 14.12.2021.

This directive reaffirms the government’s commitment to curbing exploitation in the private education sector. Schools are instructed to immediately stop the demand or collection of capitation fees, failing which strict legal action will be initiated. Parents and guardians are also advised to stay informed and report such violations to the appropriate authorities.

This notification has been circulated via the official KP-PSRA online portal and is legally binding on all private educational institutions across the province. Please find notification:

PRIVATE SCHOOLS REGULATORY AUTHORITY
GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
Office: House No. 18-E, Syed Jamal ud Din Afghani Road,
University Town, Peshawar (Phone# 091-9216197)

No Dir (Reg)/PSRAV1-1/2024-25
Dated Peshawar the 17^th March, 2025

To

The Principals,
all Private Schools,
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

SUBJECT:             ILLEGAL CHARGING/DEMANDING OF CAPITATION FEE

                              I am directed to refer to the subject noted above and to state that the new session of all private schools Le: 2025-26 has been commenced, it was observed that majority of the schools are charging/demanding capitation fee from the students which is a clear violation of Clause 7 (4) (IV) of KP-PSRA Regulations, 2018 & High Court Judgement WP No. 1995-P of 2020 dated 14.12.2021 which was circulated by this Authority to all Private Schools through their online portal on 23.12.2021. (Copies enclosed for ready reference)

                              You are, therefore, directed to comply with the above Regulations & High Court Judgement and to avoid illegal charging/demanding the capitation fee.

                              In case of non-compliance, strict action shall be taken against your institutions as per rules.

Assistant Director (R-II)

No. DD(M)/Dengue/2025
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
SCHOOL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
(MONITORING WING)

Strict Compliance Required: A Step Toward Affordable Education for All:

The issuance of this official notification reflects the KP Government’s strong stance against unjust financial practices in the private education sector. As education costs continue to rise, this directive offers much-needed relief to thousands of families who struggle with the burden of unauthorized school charges. It also sets a legal precedent for educational institutions to follow regulatory guidelines and maintain transparency in their fee structures.

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