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M.E.S. Indian School of Doha

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 4,252 - 8,295
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2024
Type Co-educational, Day School
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Hindi, Arabic
Typical class size 25
Strengths 50+ years of history, CBSE curriculum, ISO 9001:2015 certified, QNSA compliant, New Abu Hamour campus
Stages Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

M.E.S. Indian School of Doha is one of the longest-established Indian schools in Qatar, with over 50 years of history. It follows the CBSE curriculum from kindergarten through Class XII, with ISO 9001:2015 certification and QNSA compliance. The school offers a new campus at Abu Hamour with world-class infrastructure, science laboratories, digital library, and e-learning platforms.

9 Al Tuwayyel St, Doha, Qatar

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

M.E.S. Indian School of Doha has 2,024 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
The M.E.S Indian School is located in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar. The Abu Hamour campus sits in a residential area with access to major roads and local amenities. The school is served by a comprehensive transport network.

Stages
Kindergarten to Grade 12 (KG to XII). The CBSE affiliation covers Grades 1-12, and the school provides education from KG through XII.

Type
Co-educational day school. A double-shift system operates (morning and afternoon/evening) with MOEHE permission; there is no boarding facility.

Additional learning support
Guidance and Counselling services include need assessment, early identification and intervention, academic development, support for slow learners, counselling for students/parents, behaviour therapy/modification, social skills training, anger and stress management, aptitude testing, career guidance, referrals for clinical analysis, and follow-up services.

Country affiliation
Affiliated to CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi) and recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education and Higher Education; it follows the Indian curriculum.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated; the school's aims emphasize national identity and culture.

School day structure
Class timings for Grades I–XII are Sunday to Thursday from 6:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Administrative offices run from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; Saturday hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. An afternoon session (2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) is available under a double-shift arrangement.

Bus service
The school operates a large bus fleet of about 130 vehicles, serving around 100 destinations across Qatar. Routes are organized into four zones; each zone is overseen by route inspectors (roughly 25 buses and 25 routes per inspector). Buses board at designated stops with safety procedures and transport rules in place; there are parking areas with buses both inside and outside the campus.
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Fees

Annual tuition at M.E.S. Indian School of Doha ranges from QAR 4,252 to QAR 8,295 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fee

- One‑time admission fee (payable at enrolment):
- KG classes: QAR 241.
- Classes I–III: QAR 302.
- Classes IV–VIII: QAR 422.
- Classes IX–X: QAR 482.
- Classes XI–XII: QAR 482.

Tuition fees (by year group) — annual and per‑term

- Tuition is published as an annual amount and is payable in three terms (equal instalments). Annual and per‑term figures (annual ÷ 3) are:
- KG (all kindergarten levels): Annual QAR 4,252 → Per term QAR 1,417.33.
- Classes I–III: Annual QAR 4,777 → Per term QAR 1,592.33.
- Classes IV–VIII: Annual QAR 5,040 → Per term QAR 1,680.00.
- Classes IX–X: Annual QAR 6,090 → Per term QAR 2,030.00.
- Classes XI–XII: Annual QAR 8,295 → Per term QAR 2,765.00.

Transport / bus fees

- Transportation fees are listed as a separate charge. Example (as published): KG transport — Inside Doha QAR 3,500; Outside Doha QAR 4,500. Transport fees for other classes are presented in the school's transport arrangements and fee schedule. Transport charges must be paid in advance and there is no refund for transport once charged.

Other mandatory or standard charges

- Insurance: QAR 536.
- E‑learning fee: QAR 500.
- Documentation fee: QAR 107.
- Level determination fee: QAR 127.
- Stationery fee: QAR 250.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable in three terms covering: Term I (April–July), Term II (August–November) and Term III (December–March). Each term's tuition instalment is due before the start of that term. Published due dates are: on or before 11 April (Term I), on or before 11 September (Term II) and on or before 11 December (Term III). Transport fees follow a similar term schedule and may also be paid for the full year in a single payment. Late or non‑payment may result in removal of a student from the school roll; re‑admission is considered only after settlement of outstanding fees and with required approvals.

Payment methods and counters

- Fees can be paid online through approved banks or at the school's fee payment counters during published school payment hours. Parents may opt to pay the full year's fees in a single payment where permitted.

Boarding / hostel

- The school does not provide boarding/hostel accommodation; it operates as a day school.

Refunds, pro‑rata charges and cancellations

- If a student leaves the school before completing the first month of a term, fees will be charged on a pro‑rata basis for that period. Transport charges are non‑refundable once levied (school transport policy states no refund). Late payment may lead to removal from the roll and re‑admission only after all dues are cleared and approvals obtained. Discounts or fee concessions (if any) are subject to submission of supporting details and approval by the relevant authorities.

Additional notes and specific cases

- Students promoted from Class XI to XII are required to pay the fee for the full academic year (April–March) as per the published schedule.
- Uniform costs are not shown as a separate, fixed fee in the published fee schedule; uniform purchase is handled separately under school supplies/uniform arrangements.

(Amounts shown are as published in the school's approved fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year.)
Academics

M.E.S. Indian School of Doha teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, India syllabus across all levels from Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary. Pre-Primary Classes (Kindergarten I–II) include English, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Conversation/EVS/Science, Art & Craft, PT, Swimming, Computer Science, Music, Dance, Yoga, DEAR period, and I Love Qatar (Qatar History). Primary Classes (I–IV) cover English, Modern Mathematics, EVS, Qatar History, Islamic Studies/Moral Science, Computer Science, Art & Craft, Music, Dance, PE, General Knowledge, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and a Third Language option (Hindi or another language) contingent on uptake. Middle School (V–VIII) adds English, Modern Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, PE, Art Education, Work Education, General Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and Third Language options (Arabic/Malayalam/Urdu/Kannada/French/Hindi). Secondary (IX–X) comprises English Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, with internal assessments in Value Education, Health Education, PE, Art Education and Work Education; AI is introduced in IX. Senior Secondary (XI–XII) offers three Science groups with distinct subject combinations, a Commerce stream, and an Arts/Humanities stream; Core/Elective subjects are outlined per group, with internal assessments (General Studies, Physical & Health Education, Work Education) and Skill Subjects such as Design, Marketing, Tourism and Early Childhood Care and Education. Subject schemes may be updated by CBSE, with no changes allowed in XI after the first term and none in XII.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Online registration for KG I to XII is required. Existing Parents must register through the Parents portal; non-sibling category uses the Guest login to apply online. Create a login with a valid email address, check your email for login details, then log in to complete the application. Attach the required copies (QID and Passport copies for student and parents) and submit; after admission the final report card from the previous school must be submitted to the Administrative office with the school seal and Principal's signature. 2. Track your application. Use the same username and password to check the status of your application. Incomplete online applications will be rejected. Only one application shall be submitted per student; multiple applications for the same student will be rejected. 3. Admissions eligibility and communications. The school is affiliated with CBSE New Delhi and MOEHE State of Qatar and admits Indian students with a valid Qatar ID, subject to seat availability. Only online applications are accepted; shortlisted applications will be communicated via email; walk-in queries will not be entertained. 4. Admission tests and interviews. There will be an admission test for classes I to XII and an oral interview for KG I & KG II, at the Principal's discretion. The admission decision depends on performance in the test/interview and seat availability. 5. Documents required. Provide QID copies and passport copies for both student and parents; original passport and QID of the student; health card; birth certificate; immunization copy; passport-size photograph; current class mark list; and bonafide/conduct certificate from the current school. For applicants who studied outside Qatar: PHCC fitness certificate, original transfer certificate (post-admission), and MOFA-attested copies of the previous year's report card. 6. Age criteria. Age criteria are calculated as of 30 September of the academic year. KG-01 minimum age is 3 years; KG-02 minimum age is 4 years; Class I minimum age is 5 years; Class II minimum age is 6 years; Class III minimum age is 7 years; Class IV minimum age is 8 years; Class V minimum age is 9 years; Class VI minimum age is 10 years. The school is CBSE affiliated and MOEHE approved.
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