India, May 22 -- The Education Ministry on Thursday clarified that the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026 do not apply to private unaided schools that do not receive Government aid or grants. The clarification came amid concerns raised by certain sections of society regarding the implementation of the guidelines.

However, the ministry said such schools are still encouraged to constitute School Management Committees to promote greater transparency, accountability and participatory governance.

"With reference to concerns raised by certain sections of society regarding the School Management Committee Guidelines (SMCs) 2026, the Ministry of Education clarifies that the Guidelines are not applicable to private unaided schools ...