09/07/2026
J&K Govt Announces 100% Fee Waiver for AAY Students in Govt Schools and Colleges
: In a major relief for economically weaker families, the & Government, led by Chief Minister , has announced a 100% fee waiver for students belonging to Antyodaya Anna Yojana ( ) families studying in Government Schools (Classes 9 to 12) and Government Degree Colleges across the Union Territory.
The announcement was made through a post by the Office of the Chief Minister on X, stating that the decision fulfils a key commitment made in the Budget and reflects the government's focus on making education more accessible and affordable for underprivileged students.
Under the new initiative, eligible students from AAY households will be exempted from paying tuition and other applicable fees in government educational institutions. The move is expected to ease the financial burden on thousands of low-income families and encourage greater access to higher and secondary education.
The government said the initiative aims to ensure that no deserving student is forced to discontinue education due to financial constraints. It also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive growth and strengthening educational opportunities for students from economically disadvantaged sections of society.
Further guidelines regarding the implementation of the fee waiver are expected to be issued by the concerned departments.