Quick answer: How much do international schools in Hyderabad cost in 2026? Full IB and Cambridge international schools in Hyderabad charge roughly INR 4 to 9 lakh a year for primary and INR 7 to 14 lakh for the IB Diploma or A Level years. Premium CBSE and ICSE schools with international-style facilities cost roughly INR 1.5 to 4 lakh. Add one-off admission fees of INR 50,000 to 3 lakh plus transport and exam costs.
Last reviewed: September 2026 by David from ISA. Fee ranges are indicative; always confirm with the school.
Hyderabad has grown into one of India's largest markets for international education, driven by the technology corridor in Gachibowli, HITEC City and the Financial District. That growth means real choice, but it also means a wide spread in what families pay. This guide to international school fees in Hyderabad sets out realistic 2026-27 ranges in rupees, explains the one-off charges that inflate the first year, and compares the schools that anchor each price band. Every school named below has a verified profile on International School Advisor.
Why Hyderabad fees vary so widely
Hyderabad's premium school market is really three markets stacked on top of each other. At the top are the full IB and Cambridge international schools, several of them run by national education groups, serving returning NRI families, multinational employees and affluent local professionals. Below them sit premium Indian-board schools that offer international-style campuses at a fraction of the price. And a growing middle band of schools mixes CBSE with Cambridge IGCSE in the senior years to give students a route to universities abroad without full international fees.
Geography follows the technology money. The western corridor from Gachibowli through Kokapet, Tellapur and Bachupally has the newest and largest campuses and the highest fees. Older schools in Secunderabad, Nacharam and Banjara Hills are more established and often less expensive, but commutes across the city can exceed an hour in peak traffic.
Boards and curricula and what they cost
- International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, DP): the most expensive tier, roughly INR 4 to 14 lakh a year depending on stage.
- Cambridge (IGCSE and A Level): roughly INR 3 to 10 lakh, often offered alongside an Indian board.
- CBSE and ICSE at premium campuses: roughly INR 1.5 to 4 lakh, with facilities that rival the international tier.
- Hybrid schools offering CBSE to Class 10 and IB Diploma or A Level in Classes 11 and 12: roughly INR 2 to 8 lakh, rising sharply in the final two years.
Five schools that define the Hyderabad price bands
Oakridge International School, Gachibowli
Part of the Nord Anglia group, Oakridge Gachibowli offers the full IB continuum and is one of the most expensive schools in the city, with fees roughly INR 5 lakh in the early years rising to about INR 12 lakh for the IB Diploma. It is the default choice for multinational families in the Financial District and Gachibowli.
Glendale International School, Financial District
Glendale's Financial District campus offers Cambridge and IB pathways with a strong emphasis on sport and the arts. Fees run roughly INR 3.5 to 9 lakh. The group also runs more affordable CBSE campuses across the city, which lets families move between boards without changing school culture.
Johnson Grammar School, IBDP
A long-established Hyderabad school whose IB Diploma campus in Habsiguda is one of the more accessible routes to an international qualification, at roughly INR 3 to 6 lakh for the Diploma years. It suits families who want the IB for university applications without a full international-school price tag.
Delhi Public School, Nacharam
DPS Nacharam is one of the largest CBSE schools in the city, with an extensive campus and strong academic results. Fees are roughly INR 1.5 to 3 lakh a year. For families who want the Indian board with international-standard facilities, it sets the benchmark on the eastern side of Hyderabad.
Green Gables International School
Located in Madhapur, close to HITEC City, Green Gables offers CBSE with Cambridge IGCSE options and a reputation for small classes and sport. Fees are roughly INR 2 to 4.5 lakh. It is a common choice for technology-sector families who want a mid-range option near their workplace.
Fee ranges by stage for 2026-27
At the international tier, expect roughly: pre-primary INR 3 to 5.5 lakh; primary (Grades 1 to 5) INR 4 to 7 lakh; middle school INR 5 to 9 lakh; IGCSE or MYP years INR 6 to 11 lakh; IB Diploma or A Level INR 7 to 14 lakh. Premium CBSE and ICSE schools charge roughly INR 1.5 to 4 lakh across all stages.
The one-off and recurring extras: an admission fee of INR 50,000 to 3 lakh at international schools, usually non-refundable; a refundable caution deposit of INR 25,000 to 1 lakh; annual charges for books, technology and activities of INR 20,000 to 80,000; school transport of INR 40,000 to 1 lakh a year depending on distance; uniforms at INR 8,000 to 20,000; and board examination fees for IGCSE, A Level or IB of INR 40,000 to 1.2 lakh in exam years. Meals, residential trips and coaching programmes are extra.
A hard fact that helps with budgeting: core educational services provided by recognised schools up to higher secondary level are exempt from GST in India, so tuition on a Hyderabad fee schedule carries no tax. Ancillary services bought from third parties, such as outsourced transport or branded kit, can be taxable, which is why those lines sometimes look disproportionately high.
Practical advice for Hyderabad families
Compare the total first-year cost, not the tuition line. Admission fees, deposits and annual charges can add 40 to 60 percent to the first year at an international school. A school with slightly higher tuition but no admission fee may be cheaper over a two-year stay.
Ask for the fee increase history. Annual increases of 5 to 10 percent are normal, and some schools announce them late. Three years of fee schedules tell you more about a school's pricing culture than any brochure.
Weigh commute against cost. A school 20 minutes from home that costs a lakh more may be better value than a cheaper school across the Outer Ring Road once you factor in daily transport time and the bus fee itself.
Compare Hyderabad schools side by side
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Frequently asked questions
Is GST charged on school fees in Hyderabad?
No. Core educational services provided by a recognised school, including tuition up to higher secondary level, are exempt from GST in India. Some ancillary items such as optional transport run by a third party, branded merchandise or certain extracurricular programmes can attract GST, so check whether any line on your fee schedule includes tax.
Why do IB schools in Hyderabad cost so much more than CBSE schools?
IB and Cambridge schools pay authorisation and examination fees to overseas boards, recruit internationally trained teachers, keep class sizes around 20 or below, and invest heavily in labs, sports and arts facilities. CBSE schools follow a national syllabus with larger classes and lower overheads. The gap is typically three to five times at the secondary level.
Do Hyderabad international schools raise fees every year?
Most increase fees annually, typically by 5 to 10 percent, and some announce the increase only at re-enrolment. Telangana has been moving toward a formal fee regulation framework for private schools, but international schools have so far operated with considerable freedom. Ask for the last three years of fee history before you sign.