Renowned coaching institute FIITJEE has announced that it will initiate the fee refund process for students who were impacted by a series of disruptions and centre closures during 2025. The decision comes after prolonged concerns raised by parents and students regarding interrupted academic services, particularly across centres in Delhi-NCR.

Background: 2025 Centre Closures and Disruptions

In 2025, FIITJEE witnessed operational disruptions at several centres due to administrative and financial challenges. Multiple centres across Noida, Ghaziabad, and other parts of the National Capital Region reportedly shut down or faced irregular functioning, leaving enrolled students without regular classes, faculty continuity, or academic support.

The unexpected closures caused inconvenience to thousands of aspirants preparing for competitive exams such as JEE Main and JEE Advanced, leading to demands for refunds and clarity from the institute.

Refund Process to Start Soon

According to the latest update, FIITJEE has confirmed that the refund process will formally begin from June 16, 2026. The refunds will be applicable to students who:

• Were enrolled at centres affected by closures or prolonged disruptions

• Could not receive the promised academic services

• Are eligible under FIITJEE’s internal verification process

Students and parents will be required to submit refund requests along with supporting documents, including:

• Fee payment receipts

• Enrollment details

• Centre information

Mode and Timeline of Refund

FIITJEE has indicated that refunds will be processed in a phased manner, depending on:

• Number of verified claims

• Centre-wise records

• Payment mode used during admission

The refunded amount may vary based on:

• Duration of classes attended

• Services already availed

• Terms mentioned in the original enrollment agreement

Parent and Student Reactions

The announcement has brought partial relief to affected families who had raised repeated complaints over the past year. However, many parents have urged FIITJEE to ensure:

• Transparency in refund calculations

• Clear communication timelines

• Speedy disbursal without unnecessary delays

Several parents also demanded compensation for academic loss suffered by students during a crucial preparation phase.

Official Advisory to Students

FIITJEE has advised eligible students to:

• Regularly monitor official communications

• Keep all admission-related documents ready

• Follow the prescribed refund application process carefully

The institute has also assured cooperation with students during the verification and refund stages.

Impact on Coaching Sector

The FIITJEE disruption episode has sparked broader discussions on:

• Regulation of private coaching institutes

• Accountability towards enrolled students

• Financial transparency in the test-prep industry

Education experts believe this development may prompt stricter oversight of large coaching chains in the future.