The pupil-to-teacher ratio across India in the fiscal year of 2022 the 26 for primary level of school education. This means that there are 26 students for every teacher. Secondary level had the lowest ratio during the period. The required student-teacher ratio under the Right to Education Act is 30 for primary and 35 for upper primary level.
Pupil to teacher ratio across India in FY 2022, by education level
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