The Sindh government has warned private schools against increasing tuition fees or collecting unauthorized charges from parents, stating that institutions violating the rules could face suspension or cancellation of their registration.
The warning follows complaints that some private schools have raised fees beyond the approved limits or imposed hidden charges without obtaining prior approval from the relevant registration authority.
In a directive issued to all private school administrations, Additional Director General of Private Institutions Prof. Rafia Mallah reminded schools that charging any amount beyond the approved tuition fee without prior permission is a violation of the Sindh Private Educational Institutions (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2005.
The notification further stated that collecting tuition fees in violation of the prescribed rules or imposing additional charges without approval is a punishable offence under the Sindh Private Educational Institutions (Regulation and Control) Ordinance, 2001.
School administrations have been directed to strictly implement the approved fee structure, display it prominently on school notice boards and reception areas, and provide copies to parents upon request to ensure transparency.
The provincial government reiterated that hidden or extra charges beyond the approved fee structure are strictly prohibited. Schools found violating the regulations may face legal action, including the suspension or cancellation of their registration.
The notification also instructed all unregistered private schools to apply for registration through the official online portal within 15 days.
Additionally, individuals and organizations planning to establish new private schools have been advised to meet all standards set by the Sindh School Education Department before applying for registration. Schools that fail to meet the required criteria may be denied registration and could be closed by the district administration, with students shifted to nearby educational institutions.
