Navi Mumbai has schools following CBSE, ICSE and ISC, Cambridge, IB and Maharashtra State Board programmes across Nerul, Vashi, Kharghar, Sanpada, Kopar Khairane, Airoli and Panvel. This guide helps parents shortlist campuses by board, location, grade coverage and the official admissions and fee information each school publishes. It is not a ranking, and it lists selected examples, not every school in Navi Mumbai.
NaviMumbai.com is an independent publication and does not rate or recommend schools. The featured image is an illustration and does not show any school listed here. Board records and school pages were checked on 3 October 2026. Affiliation periods, fees and admissions change, so confirm each point with the school and the board before you decide.
Quick Answer: Which Are the Best Schools in Navi Mumbai?
There is no single best school for every child. Choose the board and an acceptable travel radius first, then compare campuses on the grades they actually cover, the fee schedule for your child’s grade and admission availability. We found no official ranking of Navi Mumbai schools, so we do not rank them.
How We Selected Schools for This Guide
A campus is listed here only if we opened its own official website and, for CBSE schools, the CBSE SARAS record for the campus. Each row gives that campus’s own address and affiliation record, not the brand’s. Where a school’s official pages do not state its board, we left it out, and where its own pages disagree with the board’s record we say so. For ICSE and ISC schools we could not open the CISCE directory, which blocked our automated access, so those boards are as the school’s own pages state them. Fee amounts are quoted only where the school publishes a schedule for a stated academic year, and a schedule labelled for an older year is not treated as current.
For Cambridge and IB programmes, see our international schools guide. For how to verify any school yourself, see our guide to checking a school in Navi Mumbai.
CBSE Campuses to Compare
The “Level” shown is the status in the CBSE SARAS record. A secondary level record covers up to Class X, and a senior secondary level record covers Classes XI and XII as well. Some records show an affiliation period that starts in a future year, so check that the period covers the year you apply for.
| School and campus | Area | CBSE record | Fee evidence | Official links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph’s High School (Ryan Group) | New Panvel | No. 1130094, senior secondary level, period shown 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032 | No fee schedule found on the official site | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| Ramsheth Thakur Public School | Kharghar, Plot 11, Sector 19 | No. 1130299, senior secondary level, 2024 to 2029 | The school’s fee page shows a structure image headed 2026-27 and 2027-28; read the grade you need | School, fees, CBSE record |
| Delhi Public School | Nerul, Palm Beach Marg | No. 1130068, senior secondary level, 2024 to 2029 | 2026-27 schedule for Nursery to Class IX, regular students, non-bus users: ₹1,27,242 for the full year, subject to change. Bus users pay more by route | School, accounts page, fee schedule, admissions, transport, CBSE record |
| Reliance Foundation School | Kopar Khairane, Plot 60 and 61, Sector 14 | No. 1130523, senior secondary level, 2025 to 2030 | No fee schedule found on the official pages we opened. Its admissions page states a non-refundable registration charge of ₹2,500 | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| DAV Public School | New Panvel, Sector 10 | No. 1130065, senior secondary level, 2026 to 2031 | No fee schedule found; a fee payment page and mandatory disclosure page exist | School, CBSE record |
| Radcliffe School | Kharghar, Plot 3, Sector 8 | No. 1130585, senior secondary level, period shown 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032 | No fee schedule found | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| Ryan International School | Sanpada, Plot 34, Sector 10 | No. 1130111, senior secondary level, 2026 to 2031 | No fee schedule found on the official site | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| Apeejay School | Nerul, Sector 15 | No. 1130023, senior secondary level, 2025 to 2031 | No fee schedule found; the admissions page states a 2026-27 registration fee of ₹1,650 | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| Apeejay School | Kharghar, Sector 21 | No. 1130075, senior secondary level, 2024 to 2029 | No fee schedule found; the admissions page states a registration fee of ₹1,350 and form dates that have passed | School, admissions, CBSE record |
| Amity International School | CBD Belapur, Plot 81, Sector 15 | No. 1131344, senior secondary level, 2023 to 2028 | A fee page is titled 2026-27 although its web address says 2023-24, and its columns need checking against the school | School, admissions, fee page, CBSE record |
| Orchids The International School, Seawoods campus | Nerul, Plot 5 and 6, Sector 40 | No. 1131579, secondary level, 2026 to 2031 | The campus fee file is labelled 2025-26, so we do not treat it as current | School, CBSE record |
| Orchids The International School, Koparkhairane campus | Plot 23, Sector 1 | No. 1130678, secondary level, 2025 to 2030 | No campus fee schedule found | School page, CBSE record |
| Orchids The International School, Sector 14 campus | Kopar Khairane, Plot 59, Sector 14 | No. 1131615, secondary level, 2026 to 2031 | The campus fee file is labelled 2025-26, so we do not treat it as current | School, CBSE record |
Points to check. The school’s own disclosure for St. Joseph’s gives Plot 18, Sector 11, Khanda Colony, while the CBSE record gives Plot 8, Sector 7, so confirm the campus address before you visit. The CBSE record for DPS gives Sector 58 where the school gives Sector 52. Orchids has three separate campuses with three different affiliation numbers, and a secondary level record covers up to Class X, so ask each campus which classes it runs. A separate school called Delhi World Public School operates in Nerul and is not connected to DPS.
DPS Nerul fees and programmes. The DPS schedule above is for Nursery to Class IX regular students for 2026-27, shows the non-bus total and says it is subject to change. It is not a new-admission quotation and it does not cover other categories, and the school’s Class X to XII schedule is separate. DPS’s own site also describes a Cambridge programme for the early years (its pages describe Nursery to Stage 2 or Stage 3, and they differ), with its own fee circulars. We did not check any Cambridge directory, so treat that as a school-published offering and not confirmed authorisation.
ICSE and ISC Campuses to Compare
CISCE offers ICSE up to Class X and ISC for Classes XI and XII. We could not open the CISCE directory, so the board and grade details below are as each school’s own pages state them, with any codes the school itself shows. Check the school’s CISCE code on the council’s school locator, which blocked our automated access.
| School and campus | Area | Board as the school states it | Fee evidence | Official links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan International School | Nerul, Plot 1, Sector 19A | ICSE. The school’s pages disagree on how far the classes run, so confirm grades | No fee schedule found | School, admissions |
| Ryan International School | Kharghar, Plots 1, 2 and 3, Sector 11 | Affiliated to CISCE. The school’s pages disagree on whether classes run to X or XII | No fee schedule found | School, admissions |
| VIBGYOR High | Kharghar, Plot 35, Sector 15 | The school’s campus page describes a CISCE school and its enquiry form lists Grades I to X. A CBSE record also exists for this campus (No. 1131106, senior secondary level, period shown 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032). We could not check CISCE or reconcile the two, so confirm with the school which board and grades you are applying for | A fee panel exists on the school’s page but did not load for us | Campus page, CBSE record |
| Goldcrest High School | Vashi, Plot 59, Sector 29 | ICSE and ISC: Grades 9 and 10 ICSE, Grades 11 and 12 ISC | No fee schedule found | School, admissions |
| Sadhu Vaswani International School | Sanpada, Plot 4, Sector 15 | ICSE and ISC, code MA149 as the school shows it | No fee amounts published; the admissions page asks for an enquiry | School, admissions |
| Sanjivani International School | Kharghar, Plot 71 and 72, Sector 18 | The school’s page says it follows the ICSE curriculum, and its admission form lists Classes I to X. The pages we read do not mention ISC or Classes XI and XII | No fee amounts published; a bus rules page exists | School, transport |
| Vishwajyot High School | Kharghar, Plot 77, Sector 20 | ICSE. The school shows a 2012 CISCE affiliation certificate, code MA123, with no classes listed. Its admission form lists Pre-K to Grade 12 and does not mention ISC | No fee schedule found | School, disclosure, admissions, certificate |
| Ryan Christian School | Vashi, Plot 26, Sector 16A | ICSE. The school’s pages give a templated class range, so confirm grades | No fee schedule found | School, admissions |
| VPM’s International School (the site is branded VPM’S IAM International School) | Airoli, Sector 19 | ICSE, per its About page. The pages we read give no plot number or grade range | A payment page without fee amounts | School, admissions |
| St. Mary’s ICSE School | Kopar Khairane, Plots 25 and 26, Sector 10 | CISCE: ICSE for Classes I to X and ISC for XI to XII, code MA-088 as the school states it | The fee page gives payment rules and no amounts | School, admissions, transport |
| EuroSchool | Airoli, Plot 9A, Sector 19 | ICSE for Nursery to Grade 10 and ISC for Grades 11 and 12, per its admissions page | No fee schedule found | School, admissions |
Points to check. Authorisation and available seats are different facts: a school can be affiliated for ISC without admitting new Class XI students in a given year, so ask about the grade and subjects you need. A separate school called Ryan Global School operates in Kharghar under a different programme, and Goldcrest High School in Vashi is a different school from Goldcrest International, covered in our international schools guide.
Maharashtra State Board Campuses to Compare
| School and campus | Area | Board as the school states it | Fee evidence | Official links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K.P.C. English High School and Junior College | Kharghar | The school says it is registered under the Maharashtra State Board. Its fee letterhead shows index number S-17.01.067. The website and the fee letterhead give different addresses, so confirm the campus | 2026-27 yearly totals for the school section, excluding transport: Nursery to IV ₹22,700, V to VIII ₹24,800, IX ₹26,200, X ₹28,200. The junior college is not covered. Its transport page is for 2015-16, so ignore it | School, fees, admissions |
| Fr. Agnel Multipurpose School and Junior College | Vashi, Sector 9A | The State Board section of the school’s site cites a Government of Maharashtra order dated 4 July 2008 for affiliation to the State Board, and says it goes up to the Higher Secondary Certificate | No fee schedule found; only payment portal pages | School, admissions |
Fr. Agnel’s group also runs a separate CBSE school on its own site, which is a different entity from the State Board school above. We did not list other State Board schools because we could not find an official source stating the board for them. Compare grade-specific written fee schedules, since board choice alone does not establish the amount payable.
Cambridge and IB Options
Several Navi Mumbai campuses publish Cambridge or IB programmes on their own sites, including D.Y. Patil International School in Nerul, Goldcrest International in Vashi, Podar International School in Nerul, VIBGYOR High in Airoli and Dr. Pillai Global Academy in New Panvel. These are selected examples, not a complete list, and each programme needs checking separately. Our international schools guide covers them by programme.
How to Choose Between CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge and IB
CBSE, CISCE (ICSE and ISC), IB and Maharashtra State Board follow different curriculum and assessment structures. CBSE uses a nationally standardised framework and NCERT material, CISCE has its own subject and assessment framework, IB and Cambridge are internationally designed programmes offered by authorised schools, and the State Board follows the state’s own curriculum. The right choice depends on the child’s learning needs, the subjects required and the assessment style, not on one board being better. Families planning for JEE or NEET sometimes consider CBSE because NCERT material is relevant to those examinations, but students from other boards also take and clear them.
School Admissions in Navi Mumbai
There is no single admission calendar. Application windows, assessments, interactions, seat availability and payment deadlines vary by school and grade, and some campuses are already taking applications for 2027-28 while others still show 2026-27 pages. Check each shortlisted campus’s current admissions page and note which academic year it refers to.
Documents Schools May Ask For
Requirements vary by school and grade. Commonly requested documents include the child’s birth certificate, the previous school’s transfer certificate and report cards, address proof, photographs and the parents’ identity proof. Some schools also ask for an Aadhaar card or a medical record. Confirm the exact list with each school.
How to Apply: Step by Step
Check grade eligibility and availability, complete the enquiry or application, submit the requested documents, review the offer and the written fee schedule, pay by the school’s deadline and complete enrolment. Some schools hold an interaction or assessment for some grades, and you should ask which grades and categories it applies to. For schools covered by the Right to Education Act, section 13 bars a screening procedure for admission to the elementary stage, and an RTE quota admission does not depend on a test, so see our guide to checking a school for the RTE rules.
How Much Do Schools in Navi Mumbai Cost?
Fees depend on the school, grade, programme, transport and optional services, and we found no reliable single range. Compare the written, grade-specific schedule for the academic year you are applying for, and separate one-time admission charges from recurring annual costs. Our international schools guide covers first-year and recurring costs in more detail.
School Cost Comparison Worksheet
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How to Compare Schools Before Applying
Consider the board and the grades the campus actually covers, the location and commute, the total fee and not only tuition, admissions availability, safety, learning support, school culture and parent communication. Ask about class size and individual academic support, what the first-year cost looks like once transport, uniforms and activities are included, and the current admission timeline for your child’s grade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CBSE, ICSE, IB and Maharashtra State Board schools?
They follow different curriculum and assessment structures. CBSE uses a nationally standardised framework and NCERT material, CISCE offers ICSE and ISC with its own subject framework, IB uses internationally designed programmes where a school is authorised, and the Maharashtra State Board follows the state’s curriculum. The right choice depends on the child’s needs, the subjects required and the preferred assessment style, not on one board being better.
When should I start applying for school admissions in Navi Mumbai?
Timelines vary by school and grade. Check each shortlisted campus’s admissions page early and note which academic year it refers to, because some campuses already show 2027-28 applications.
How do I check whether a school is really CBSE affiliated?
Search the CBSE SARAS directory by the school’s name or affiliation number, read the record for the exact campus and check the level and the affiliation period. Our school-checking guide explains the steps.
Are there scholarship or financial aid options?
Scholarships, concessions and instalment plans are school specific. Check the school’s current written policy rather than assuming a particular percentage is available.
Which board is best for competitive exams like JEE and NEET?
CBSE’s use of NCERT material can make parts of the curriculum familiar to students preparing for JEE or NEET, but students from other boards also take and clear these examinations. Board choice should not be based on competitive-exam preparation alone.
Is an “International School” always an IB or Cambridge school?
No. “International” can be part of a school’s name even when the campus follows CBSE or ICSE. Check the programme for the specific campus on its own site and, where relevant, the awarding body’s directory.
Which Navi Mumbai areas have multiple school options?
Nerul, Vashi, Kharghar, Sanpada, Airoli, Kopar Khairane and the Panvel area all have several campuses. Compare the actual home-to-school route and the grades each campus covers, and do not choose an area only because it has many schools.
Do schools in Navi Mumbai provide transport?
Many offer bus transport at an extra cost that depends on your route. For example, DPS Nerul’s 2026-27 schedule lists bus charges by area on top of the non-bus total. Confirm that a route covers your building before you rely on it.
Sources and Verification Date
Checked on 3 October 2026. CBSE records are the SARAS affiliation details pages linked in the table for each campus. School information comes from each campus’s own official website, linked in the tables, including the fee documents for DPS Nerul, K.P.C. Kharghar and Ramsheth Thakur Public School. Many school fee pages are scanned images, which we read by eye. The CISCE school locator and the IB school finder blocked our automated access, so ICSE, ISC and IB details are as the schools state them and we have not confirmed any school against those directories. We have not verified class sizes, facilities, results or ratings, and we did not use third-party listing sites as evidence. Schools whose board or location we could not confirm from an official source are not listed. Verify the board, the grades and the current fee with the school before you apply.
For related planning, see our guides to family monthly budgets, the best areas to live and NEET and JEE coaching.
Last verified: 3 October 2026.
