Andhra Pradesh Proposes 2026 Rules to Regulate Coaching Centres and Protect Students

The Andhra Pradesh government has proposed the Andhra Pradesh Coaching Institutions (Regulation Control) Rules, 2026, aiming to regulate private coaching centres. Key measures include banning classes during school hours, limiting coaching to five hours daily, and mandating a weekly day off. The draft emphasizes student mental health with wellness cells and mental health screenings. It also requires coaching centres to register with a District Level Monitoring Committee to enhance transparency and accountability, with strict penalties for violations.