Fee determination order to be produced for renewal of recognition of private schools in Tamil Nadu

Key Points

1. Private schools in Tamil Nadu must submit a copy of the valid fee determination order for renewal of recognition.
2. The School Education Department amended the Tamil Nadu Private Schools (Regulation) Rules, 2023.
3. The amendment introduces a new sub-rule regarding fee determination orders.
4. Renewal applications must be made within three months before the expiry of the recognition certificate.
5. The renewal procedure mirrors the initial grant of recognition.
6. Recognition renewal period is tied to the structural stability certificate or building license, whichever is earlier.
7. There are 12,970 private schools with 63.42 lakh students in Tamil Nadu under the Directorate of Private Schools.