Government School Rules and Regulations in Nepal

1. Free and Compulsory Education

• As per the Constitution of Nepal, basic education (up to Grade 8) is free and compulsory.
• Secondary education (Grades 9–12) is also free in government schools.

2. School Management Committee (SMC)

• Every government school must have a School Management Committee (SMC).
• The SMC oversees school administration, planning, and development.
• Includes representatives like the headteacher, parents, teachers, and local government officials.

3. Medium of Instruction

• The school can use Nepali or local mother tongues as the medium of instruction.
• English medium can also be used with permission, but Nepali must be taught as a subject.

4. Teacher Appointments and Qualifications

• Teachers must meet government-set qualification standards.
• Recruitment is done through the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
• Teachers in government schools must follow the Code of Conduct.

5. School Calendar and Hours

• Schools must follow the academic calendar issued by the Ministry of Education.
• Schools usually operate Sunday to Friday, with Saturday as a holiday.
• Daily school hours are generally 10 AM to 4 PM, with breaks.

6. Student Rights

• Students have the right to free education, non-discrimination, and a safe learning environment.
• Corporal punishment is strictly prohibited.
• Students should be involved in extra-curricular activities and inclusive programs.

7. School Uniforms and Materials

• Uniforms are required, but schools are encouraged to support students from low-income families with materials and clothes.
• Textbooks up to Grade 10 are provided free of cost by the government.

8. Monitoring and Evaluation

• Schools are monitored by municipal education offices and District Education Offices (DEO).
• Regular inspections ensure compliance with standards.

9. Inclusive Education

• Government schools must provide education to children with disabilities and marginalized groups.
• Special support programs are in place for girls, Dalits, Janajatis, and other disadvantaged communities.

10. Prohibition of Private Tuitions

• Government school teachers are not allowed to run private tuition classes for students from their own school.