Government Directs Private Schools to Refund Excess Fees
The Government of Nepal has ordered private (institutional) schools to return fees collected in violation of existing laws. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology issued the directive after receiving multiple complaints from parents and students.
What Is the Issue?
Authorities reported that some schools have:
Opened admissions earlier than the approved schedule
Charged fees higher than the official limits
Ignored previous notices and legal provisions
These practices are not allowed under the Education Act.
Refund Order
The ministry has instructed all concerned schools to:
Refund any fees collected illegally
Follow the approved fee structure
Stop unauthorized admission and fee practices immediately
Legal Action for Non-Compliance...