DoE bans donations and capitation fees for admissions

The Directorate of Education (DoE) has issued a warning against the practice of accepting donations or capitation fees in schools. This warning applies to both private and government-aided institutions. The DoE noted that some individuals and organizations falsely claim they can guarantee school admissions in exchange for money. The public is advised to be careful and avoid engaging with these misleading entities. The notice highlights that charging fees for admission, either before or after, is strictly prohibited under the DSEA&R 1973 law. The DoE has urged school managements and heads to avoid any connections with agencies or individuals that offer admission consulting services. If any such illegal activities are reported to the DoE, they stated that they would take strict action against those involved.