What does “Total Cumulative Fine” represent in the fine settings?

The total cumulative fine sets a limit on the maximum fines a student can be charged in an academic year.

How It Works

• It includes paid fines (already paid) and active fines (still unpaid).
• The limit applies to all fines during the whole academic year.
• It stops calculating once reached to maximum set limit.
• It ensures fairness for students.
• The limit is set for each student individually.

Real-Time Example

A school has set the total cumulative fine limit at ₹500 for the academic year.

1. Fine Instances:
   • June: A late payment fine of ₹200 is charged to a student for missing the tuition fee due date.
   • August: The student receives another fine of ₹150 for a cheque bounce.
   • October: A late fine of ₹200 is added again due to another fee delay.
2. Cumulative Fine Tracking:
   • Total fines so far:
     ₹200 (January) + ₹150 (February) + ₹200 (March) = ₹550.
3. Enforcement of the Fine Limit:
   • The total cumulative fine limit for the academic year is ₹500.
   • Since the student’s cumulative fine has reached ₹500, no additional fines will be applied, even if the student incurs further delays in payment.
   • If the school tries to apply another fine, the system will block it, ensuring fairness and compliance with the defined limit.