Rules

RULES & REGULATIONS (KG)

Documents required at the time of Admission:

Every child must submit the following documents at the time of admission.

1. Original birth certificate/ LC / TC, attested photocopy of student’s Adhaar Card, caste certificate (if applicable) and attested photocopy of mark sheet of previous class if applicable.
2. Health related issues/ allergies, if any, must be communicated to the institute in writing accompanied by medical certificate, if required.
3. In case of divorced or separated families, a copy of the custodial agreement or court order must be given to the the institute.
4. If a student is citizen of a country other than India, parents must submit a self attested photocopy of valid visa & passport.
5. The institute will retain all documents submitted and the same will not be returned, irrespective of the circumstances.
6. If your or your child’s mother tongue is Konkani, you are required to submit a declaration confirming the same.

If I have not submitted any of above documents at the time of admission; you need to submit those in the institute office at the earliest.

Uniform:

a. Uniform

A child should wear proper uniform on all the institute days. the institute uniform includes the institute jacket as well. No other jacket is permitted. No child will be allowed in the the institute or in the bus without proper uniform.

The the institute would appreciate the co-operation of parents in seeing that the student comes to the institute neatly dressed in the prescribed uniform.

b. Shoes and socks:

Shoes and socks are part of the the institute uniform. They should strictly be black in colour and should not be fancy.

c. Jewellery

No jewellery is permitted except small ear studs.

d. Hair

Girls and boys should have neatly combed hair. Boys are required to maintain a short, neatly trimmed haircut. Girls should use black hair-band only. For girls, one/two ponies are compulsory for shoulder length hair and one/two plaits are compulsory for hair more than shoulder length. Only black scrunchy/ bow/ clips to be used.

e. ID card

Every child must carry the identity card every day. (Id card will be issued only after statutory & other compliances.) Not bringing the ID card could result in the child not being allowed into the the institute premises.

It is mandatory that all parents or guardians carry the separate parent ID card given to the child. If the the institute is not satisfied with the identity proofs submitted by the parent or guardian, it reserves the right to withhold handing over the child, deny early departure permissions, withhold report cards, or restrict interactions on open Saturdays and other the institute-related occasions. Parents and guardians are expected to co-operate.

If a duplicate Parent ID Card is required due to loss or damage, you must submit a written application along with a valid government identity proof. The school will issue a duplicate card only upon verification of the submitted documents.

f. Other

Tattoos, Mehendi (except on the occasion of religious festivals Nagpanchami/ Eid), nail paint, long earrings, jewellery, eyeliner, kajal, mobile and watches are not allowed. To apply Mehendi on any extra-ordinary occasion, pre-approval of the class teacher is a must.

Reference no. of the child should be put on the jackets, shoes and shirts by the parents to avoid any possible exchange.

Discipline:

1. Students should treat the institute staff with respect at all times and be courteous to fellow students.
2. Students should refrain from damaging any form of the institute property. The the institute reserves the right to be compensated by the student for any such damages.
3. Students should refrain from littering and should keep the the institute premises clean.
4. Unacceptable behaviour including but not limited to irregular attendance, academic dishonesty and disruptive behaviour, loitering and disrespectful behaviour towards staff or fellow students will result in serious disciplinary action.
5. Any form of bullying or ragging will result in a disciplinary action and could result in temporary/ permanent suspension.
6. Any misbehaviour or violation of the institute discipline will be dealt by the disciplinary committee and corrective action will be taken. In extreme cases parents will be called in to discuss the child’s behaviour and may lead to suspension.
7. For safety and security, parents should refrain from sending money with their child without specific written notice from the institute.
8. For safety and security, parents should refrain from sending valuables (like expensive jewellery, electronic items, etc.) to the institute.

Parents should send only specific dose of medicine along with a proper note to class teacher. Do not send extra medicine/strips.

i. If observed that if any student needs special and constant one to one attention while in the institute then the parents should follow guidelines suggested by the institute. In some cases parents/shadow teacher may be required to accompany the child to the institute.

Attendance:

1. Regular attendance is compulsory.
2. A student suffering from an infectious disease has to bring a fitness certificate from a doctor in order to attend the institute.
3. No child is allowed to leave the the institute early and also enter the the institute late, other than in very exceptional circumstances.
4. If a student remains absent from the the institute for three or more than three consecutive days then the parents should communicate this to the the institute through an application mentioning the reason / medical certificate.

Field trips/Excursion/Picnic/Outside of the institute event:

I am aware that the institute may conducts field trips/excursion/picnic/outside of the institute event to give exposure about various industries, sector etc. I allow my child to participate in such activities. My child will behave and follow all the instructions given by the staff at the venue. While the the institute and its staff and the out of campus events committee of PTA Executive body shall take all precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of the child, they shall not be responsible for any accidents or mishaps arising during the events or due to misbehavior by the children. If I wish not to participate in such activities I will inform in writing to the the institute well in advance.

First Aid Facility:

I know that the students can avail First Aid Facility on the the institute campus. I, therefore, understand that the institute / amenity provider is responsible only for primary medical assistance and any higher degree of medical care or any medical emergency will be addressed by referral to specialized centers.

I also understand that in case of a medical problem, certain medical procedures may need to be performed by hospitals to treat the Medical conditions. In such cases, as decided by the doctor, consent is required to perform the required medical procedures, which the the institute / amenity provider may acquire from me over the phone.

Policy for inclusion of children with special needs:

Pragatipath Educational Foundation follows an inclusive education policy and is committed to supporting children with special needs. In the event that the school counsellor or special educator identifies that your child requires additional support, you will be expected to follow and cooperate with the recommendations provided by the counsellor or special educator, as these measures are taken in the best interest of your child’s overall development.

Continuation / Discontinuation:

Parents will have to fill admission form every year within a time span, failing which your admission stands cancelled and the seat may be allotted to the desired eligible candidate.

Once Admission form is filled up, you are bound to pay the the institute fees for that academic year . If you cancel admission after filling up admission form, paying fees as per dates mentioned in Fees refund Policy is mandatory, failing to which the deposit amount may be retained.

A new undertaking regarding the continuation or discontinuation of admission to the higher class is to be signed and submitted on or before 28th Feb, of the start of new academic year.

In case of discontinuation/ cancellation in the month of (April/ May/ June) caution money/ deposit refund will be credited on parent’s A/C on or before 22nd July (Provided all documentation is completed.). In case the cancellation done after 1st July, refund will be credited on the 21st of next month.

Fee Schedule for the academic year :

Note that the fees are displayed on website www.myshala.com

Fees refund policy

Fees will be refunded; in case of cancellation of admission for year 2026-27 as per refund policy which is as follows,

Fees Refund:

1. Before 31st March, 2026 – After deduction of rs. 9000/-
2. From 1st April, 2026 till 31st May, 2026 – After deduction of 25% on yearly the institute fees.
3. From 1st June, 2026 till 30th September, 2026 – After deduction of 50% on yearly the institute fees
4. After 1st Oct 2026 – No Refund (If full yearly fees not paid then you need to pay the balance fees.)

Admission fee refund (if paid for academic year 2026-27):

1. Before 31st Jan, 2026 – After deduction of Rs. 5000/-
2. From 1st Feb, 2026 till 31st March, 2026 – After deduction of Rs. 10000/-
3. From 1st April, 2026 till 31st May, 2026 – After deduction of Rs. 15000/-
4. From 1st June 2026 – No Refund

Late Fees/ Bounce charges

A late fee of Rs. 70/- per week per installment will be charged for all payments made after the due date. If the fees are not paid within two months, the name will be struck off. If a Cheque/ DD payment bounces due to any reason, parents have to pay bounce charges.

GST:

Educational Institutes are exempted from the GST as of today. However, if the GST becomes applicable during the financial year then the same will be borne by the parents. (Even applies to any advance fee paid).

Transport:

A separate undertaking will be signed by parents of students who wish to opt for transport. Issues or concerns regarding the same will be taken up with the transport provider.

The institute hereby states that parents/guardians must ensure that their child does not commute by auto-rickshaw pools or any other unauthorized or illegal transport arrangements. The institute will not be involved in, responsible for, or associated with any such transport arrangements made privately by parents.

Amenities:

A separate undertaking will be signed for amenities. Issues or concerns regarding the same will be taken up with the provider of the same.

Photographs / recordings of various activities:

The institute may capture photographs and video recordings of students during various academic and co-curricular activities for documentation, assessment, competitions and promotional purposes. These images or recordings may be used on the institute’s website, official social media pages, printed materials, and other communication platforms.

By submitting this undertaking, you grant permission to the institute to use your child’s photographs and recordings for the above purposes, with the understanding that such usage will be appropriate and respectful, and intended to showcase student participation and learning experiences.

CCTV Surveillance and Phone call recording:

Please note that for the safety and security purpose, most of our the institute campus is under CCTV surveillance and even all incoming/outgoing calls are recorded.

We understand that the policies and rules outlined in this publication have been established to ensure the effective functioning of Pragatipath Educational Foundation. The Foundation reserves the right to amend these policies and rules whenever it deems necessary and appropriate. Accordingly, the information provided in this publication reflects the Foundation’s guidelines at the time of publication and is subject to change. We further acknowledge that all such rules and policies shall remain applicable to the student/parent for the entire duration of his/her association with the institute.