A Comparative Study on Expenditure of Public and Private Education in Hyderabad City, Telangana State

Abstract

The present study entitled “A Comparative Study on Expenditure of Public and Private Education in Hyderabad City, Telangana State” examines and compares the household expenditure incurred on public and private school education. Education is a key determinant of human capital formation, and increasing privatization of schooling has significantly influenced household spending patterns, especially in urban areas like Hyderabad.

The study is based on primary data collected from a sample of 100 households, equally divided between public and private school students. A structured questionnaire was used to collect information on socio-economic characteristics, educational expenditure components, and factors influencing school choice. The data were analyzed using statistical tools such as percentage analysis, mean, standard deviation, independent sample t-test, correlation analysis, ANOVA, and Chi-square test using SPSS software.

The findings reveal a significant difference in educational expenditure between public and private school households. Private school households incur substantially higher expenditure compared to public school households, mainly due to tuition fees, transportation, and coaching expenses. The study also finds a strong positive relationship between household income and educational expenditure. Further, parents’ education and occupation significantly influence spending patterns on education. The study confirms that school type has a significant impact on the financial burden experienced by households.

The study concludes that rising educational costs in private schooling create financial pressure on middle and lower-income families, highlighting the need for policy intervention to improve public education quality and regulate private school fees.