The Ministry of Education has called upon all States and Union Territories (UTs) to enable fee payments through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The directive aims to modernise administrative systems in schools while making transactions easier and more transparent for parents and students.
In an official communication to State and UT education departments, as well as autonomous institutions including CBSE, NCERT, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), the Department of School Education and Literacy urged the adoption of digital payment options such as UPI, net banking, and mobile wallets for collecting admission and examination fees.
The initiative is part of the Ministry’s broader ‘Ease of Living and Schooling’ agenda, which focuses on improving efficiency through digital, legislative, and institutional reforms. By shifting from cash-based to digital transactions, the government seeks to ensure secure, transparent, and accessible payment systems for all stakeholders.
According to the Ministry, integrating UPI-based payments will not only reduce administrative burdens but also empower parents to make payments remotely, enhancing convenience and accountability. Additionally, it is expected to promote financial literacy and greater familiarity with digital tools among students and parents alike.
This push toward digital financial systems in schools is seen as a crucial step in realizing the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, a digitally inclusive and citizen-focused India. States and UTs have been encouraged to create enabling mechanisms for smooth implementation, marking a transformative step toward a modernized, tech-driven education ecosystem.
