2 weeks ago

Assam Approves New Rules Regulating Private Coaching Institutes

Assam is making new rules for private coaching centres.

The rules were approved by the state Cabinet.

Coaching centres with at least 50 students will have to register.

They will need to renew that registration every year.

Officials will check whether their buildings meet safety standards.

The centres must also follow certain education and building guidelines.

They must protect students’ mental health and have a qualified counsellor.

The government says this will make coaching centres safer and more accountable.

Key facts

Rules: Assam Private Coaching Institutes (Control and Student Mental Health Safeguard) Rules, 2026
Registration threshold: Institutes with 50 or more students must register.
Registration authority: The district commissioner will oversee registration in each district.
Renewal: Registered institutes must renew their registration annually.
Infrastructure: Institutes must submit safety certificates and meet National Building Code requirements.
Mental health: Institutes must follow prescribed safeguards and provide proof of engaging a qualified counsellor.
Additional norms: Applicable All India Council for Technical Education and University Grants Commission norms must be followed where relevant.

NDTV · 2 weeks ago