Fees Guide · 2026-27
School Fees in Kolkata (2026-27) — ICSE, CBSE & Private Schools
Class-wise fee data for Kolkata schools — no forms required.
Kolkatais unique among Indian metros for its deep ICSE tradition. Schools like La Martiniere for Boys, St. Xavier's Collegiate, and Loreto House have been producing top students for over a century. Despite their prestige, fees at these schools are remarkably affordable by national standards — ₹60,000–₹1,50,000/year. CBSE schools have expanded rapidly in Salt Lake, New Town, and Rajarhat, catering to the growing tech and professional population. West Bengal Board schools are the most affordable, starting from ₹10,000/year. Kolkata's school fees are consistently 20–40% lower than Bangalore or Mumbai for comparable institutions. SchoolScout shows class-wise fee data forKolkata schools — check individual school pages for per-class breakdowns.
Data as of September 2026 · Confirm fees before applying.
Fees by Board in Kolkata
Top Schools in Kolkata with Fee Data
| School | Annual Fees |
|---|---|
| BDM International School (BDMI) | ₹1.4L – ₹1.8L |
| Assembly Of Christ School | ₹59K – ₹1.0L |
| D.A.V. Public School | ₹62K – ₹74K |
| Jewish Girls School | ₹60K |
| Bholananda National Vidyalaya | ₹24K – ₹81K |
| St. Xavier’s Collegiate School | ₹1.2L – ₹1.3L |
| Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School | ₹55K – ₹3.1L |
| Mahadevi Birla World Academy | ₹1.9L – ₹2.1L |
| Adamas World School | ₹1.4L – ₹1.8L |
| The Heritage School | ₹1.6L – ₹4.9L |
| Orchids The International School | ₹75K – ₹1.5L |
| La Martiniere for Girls | ₹3.5L – ₹4.8L |
| Adamas International School | ₹1.4L – ₹2.1L |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average school fee in Kolkata?
School fees in Kolkata range from ₹10,000/year for West Bengal Board schools to ₹5,00,000+ for top ICSE and international schools. Kolkata is known for prestigious ICSE schools — La Martiniere, St. Xavier's Collegiate, and Loreto House — with fees of ₹60,000–₹1,50,000/year.
Is Kolkata known for ICSE or CBSE schools?
Kolkata has a historically strong ICSE tradition. Some of India's oldest and most prestigious ICSE schools are in Kolkata — La Martiniere, St. Xavier's Collegiate, Don Bosco, Loreto House. However, CBSE schools have grown rapidly in newer areas like New Town and Rajarhat.
Which areas in Kolkata have premium schools?
South Kolkata (Park Street, Ballygunge, Jadavpur) and North Kolkata (Shyambazar, Sinthee) have established schools. New Town, Rajarhat, and Salt Lake are newer growth areas with more CBSE options catering to IT-sector families.
Are Kolkata school fees lower than other metros?
Yes. Kolkata school fees are among the lowest in metro India. Even prestigious ICSE schools like Loreto House charge ₹60,000–₹1,20,000/year — which would be considered budget in Mumbai or Bangalore.