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

KPK Government Takes Action Against Illegal Capitation Fees in Private Schools:

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Private Schools Regulatory Authority (KP-PSRA) has issued a strict directive to all private schools across the province, prohibiting them from charging capitation fees from students. This move follows repeated complaints from parents regarding illegal admission charges, which violate Clause 7 (4) (IV) of the KP-PSRA Regulations, 2018, and a Peshawar High Court judgment (WP No. 1995-P of 2020) dated 14.12.2021.

The High Court had previously ruled that private schools cannot demand capitation fees, admission fees, or additional annual charges beyond the regulated tuition fees. However, despite clear instructions, many schools continue to exploit parents financially. The KP Government has now reinforced its stance by directing all private institutions to comply immediately, warning of strict legal action in case of non-compliance.

This notification aims to ensure financial relief for parents and uphold transparency in the private education sector. Parents are urged to report violations to the authorities to help enforce these regulations effectively.

No Dir (Reg)/PSRA)/1-1/2024-25
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 i.e. 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)

PESHAWAR HIGH COURT, PESHAWAR

FORM OF ORDER SHEET

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14.12.2021

WP No. 1995-P of 2020 Present: Mr. Zahid Ullah Zahid, advocate, for the petitioners Barrister Asad ul Mulk, on behalf of respondent No 2 (PSRA) Mr. Asad Jan Durrani, AAG, for the provincial government. ***** QAISER RASHID KHAN, CJ– The grievance of the petitioners is in respect of charging of fresh admission fee, annual fee as well as Capitation fee from their children by some private schools. 2.            While Barrister Asad ul Mulk, representing Private School Regulatory Authority (PSRA) states that charging of ibid fees has already been directed to be discontinued by the Authority through the promulgation of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Private Schools Regulatory Authority Regulations, 2018, the learned counsel for the petitioners still contends that such concession is not being extended to the children of the petitioners by the private schools. 3.            Accordingly, we direct the respondent Authority to issue a formal notification in this respect and give it wide publicity through publication in English and Urdu dailies public so as to allay the apprehensions of the public at large and of course the petitioners. 4.            This COC stands disposed of in the above terms. Announced 14.12.2021 Chief Justice Judge

Ensuring Fair Education: KP Government’s Commitment to Transparency:

The enforcement of this government notification is a significant step toward protecting parents from unlawful financial burdens in the private education sector. The KP Government and PSRA are committed to ensuring fair and transparent fee structures, allowing students to receive education without unnecessary financial pressure on their families.

Parents who face illegal demands for capitation fees, extra admission charges, or any other unauthorized payments should immediately report such cases to the relevant authorities. With the strict legal action promised against violators, the regulatory body aims to eliminate exploitative practices in private schools and ensure affordable, fair education for all students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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