PUNE: The school education department on Saturday invited suggestions and objections from citizens on the draft Maharashtra Private Coaching Classes (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2026, aimed at regulating private coaching and tuition centres.
The draft legislation, which seeks to establish a legal framework for registration and regulation of coaching centres, has been uploaded on the department’s official website. Citizens can submit their suggestions and objections till September 4, 2026.
The move follows the state government’s preparation of a draft bill based on guidelines issued by the Union government on January 16, 2024, and a study of similar laws and regulations in other states.
Under the draft, coaching institutes will have to register and disclose details including ownership, fee structure, number of students per batch, student-teacher ratio and premises-related information.
The proposed law also sets infrastructure and safety norms.
The draft proposes adequate classroom space and basic facilities such as separate toilets for boys and girls, drinking water, waiting areas, first-aid and medical assistance, and parking.
It also provides for fee transparency, grievance redressal and student welfare measures, including mental health support. Coaching institutes will be prohibited from employing school teachers.
{{/usCountry}}It also provides for fee transparency, grievance redressal and student welfare measures, including mental health support. Coaching institutes will be prohibited from employing school teachers.
{{/usCountry}}The department will prepare a report for submission to the government by September 20.