TSHRC Cracks Down on Schools' Advance Fee Collection

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TSHRC) is urging action against a private school allegedly demanding 50% of the annual fee in advance for the 2026–2027 academic year, violating regulations. TSHRC stresses education as a fundamental right, challenging the commercialisation of education and calling for transparency and compliance.

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TSHRC) has taken serious notice of allegations against a private school in Boduppal, accused of mandating advance fee payments.

The complainant claims the school is violating norms by collecting 50% of annual fees for 2026-2027 upfront, along with payments for books and uniforms.

TSHRC, under Justice Shameem Akther, emphasized that such actions contravene educational principles, underscoring education as a fundamental right and not profit-driven. The commission has instructed officials to enforce fee regulation norms with phased collections and mandated a report of action taken.