Tata Starbus Ultra School bus 2026 - 2027

The Tata Starbus Ultra School is a fully-built school-bus offering from Tata Motors designed specifically for student-transport applications. It is built on the Starbus Ultra platform to provide increased seating capacity, improved safety, better ride comfort and strong total-cost-of-ownership for fleet operators.

Tata Starbus Ultra School Variants & Price Overview

Below is a table of selected variants of the Starbus Ultra School, along with seating capacity, GVW/wheelbase where available and indicative ex-showroom price (India). Note: Price is ex-showroom (Delhi) and does not include registration, insurance or state-specific taxes. Prices and availability may vary by region and dealer.

Key highlights include:

• High seating capacity (for example 48 + A + D up to 58 + A + D) with layouts typically 3×2 seating to maximise capacity. Diesel power-train compliant with BS-VI norms (in current variants) delivering around 123 hp and 390 Nm of torque in the larger GVW versions.
• Robust build: heavy-duty chassis, parabolic suspension, air brakes in larger models, large fuel tank (160 litres in many versions).
• Safety and comfort designed for school-use: sliding windows, emergency exits, standardized seats with seat belts, power steering and driver-amenities.
• Competitive pricing in the segment of fully built school buses: The ex-showroom price in Delhi for current models is in the ₹ 28.38-30.00 lakh range (for certain variants) depending on GVW, seating and features.

In short, the Starbus Ultra School is aimed at schools, educational institutions and fleet operators looking for a reliable, high-capacity transport solution with good resale value and strong service support from Tata’s commercial vehicle network.

Why Choose It?

• Capacity for growth: With higher seating and larger GVW variants the operator can carry more students per trip, improving utilisation.
• Fleet economics: A diesel engine with standardised components, longer service intervals and strong support from Tata’s network keeps operating costs manageable.
• Safety & compliance: Built to school-bus norms with features relevant for student transport, which helps in regulatory compliance for school fleet operations.
• Brand & resale: Being from Tata Motors, a well-known commercial vehicle player, gives credibility, easier maintenance and likely better resale value.