Education News
Over 55,000 students get provisional allotment through upward movement after Round 3 of TNEA 2026
TNEA 2026 concluded its final counselling round with 144,295 total allotments, though experts observe a cooling demand for engineering seats. Meanwhile, Karnataka's KEA has initiated its third round of CET seat allotment for engineering and professional courses.
Engineering students urged to plan careers from first year
Visakhapatnam Police Commissioner Shankhabrata Bagchi has advised engineering students to strategically plan their career paths from their first year. He emphasized the necessity of aligning skill development with emerging technologies and diverse professional sectors.
Dipke seeks ‘complete overhaul’ of education system after IIT student's suicide: ‘If this is the situation…'
IIT campuses are witnessing a diverse discourse ranging from the social complexities of privilege and elitism to the critical need for systemic accessibility reforms. Meanwhile, student-led protests at IIT Delhi continue as demands for a broader inquiry into a recent student suicide intensify.
Chaos at KEA: Students who got seats in top colleges seek cancellation to participate in 3rd round of counselling
Hundreds of students and parents gathered at the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) office due to confusion regarding mandatory seat cancellation procedures for the third round of counselling. The KEA requires a ₹5,000 penalty for those who wish to withdraw from their second-round allotment to participate in further rounds.
SIIB admissions through SNAP 2026
The Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB) has officially opened applications for its 2027-28 MBA programs via the SNAP 2026 entrance exam. Candidates must complete their registrations by November 25, 2026, to be eligible for the International Business, Agri-Business, and Sustainability Management tracks.
GATE 2027 registration begins today at gate2027.iitm.ac.in; what’s new this year?
IIT Madras has officially opened the registration portal for GATE 2027 following a brief delay. The new process introduces a mandatory DigiLocker integration to streamline candidate data verification.
Research park to come up at Perundurai at ₹100 crore investment
Kongu Engineering College in Perundurai is set to launch 'Arivukoodam,' a ₹100 crore research park modeled after IIT Madras. The facility aims to bridge the gap between academic theory and industrial application for students and faculty.
From Student Protest to Policy Action: What comes next for Indian education?
Recent student protests in India have highlighted critical systemic issues like examination integrity and infrastructure. The focus is now shifting from policy formation to the practical implementation of reforms to improve administrative efficiency.
Maharashtra’s Class 6 History textbook refers to ‘Vedic math’, experts say inaccurate depiction
The Maharashtra state board's Class 6 History textbook is under scrutiny for inaccurately attributing modern Vedic Mathematics to the ancient Vedic period. Experts argue this misrepresents history, while state textbook officials claim the inclusion was intended to foster an interdisciplinary learning approach.
From buckets to pressure cookers: Why ‘No-Bag Day’ is becoming a campus trend at IITs, IIMs
Students at premier Indian institutions like IIT Bombay and IIM Lucknow are adopting a 'No-Bag Day' trend. This creative movement replaces conventional backpacks with unconventional items like pressure cookers and buckets to foster campus camaraderie.
ICSI CS June Result 2026 for executive program declared at icsi.edu, direct link and toppers list here
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially declared the June 2026 results for both its Executive and Professional programs. Candidates can now access their subject-wise marks and e-result statements directly through the official ICSI website.
CET: Admission compulsory for candidates who got seats in 2nd round counselling and selected Choice-1
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has mandated admissions for second-round CET candidates selecting Choice-1 to curb seat blocking. Students still seeking upgrades may participate in the third round under specific conditions.
How Universities Should Prepare Founders
Y Combinator suggests that universities should prioritize technical skills like engineering over management studies to better prepare students for startup success. By focusing on the ability to build products, institutions can better align their curriculum with the practical demands of the founder ecosystem.
NEET PG 2026 Admit Card LIVE: NBEMS NEET hall tickets to be out today at natboard.edu.in
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is set to release NEET PG 2026 admit cards today, August 25. The computer-based examination is scheduled for August 30, 2026, featuring 180 multiple-choice questions.
ICSI CS June Result 2026 for professional program out at icsi.edu, check marksheet and toppers list here
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has released the June 2026 results for both Professional and Executive programs. Candidates can access their marksheets and view the toppers list directly through the official ICSI portal.
Registrar given temporary charge of department students’ union president in Keralam’s Calicut University
Calicut University has appointed its Registrar, C.D. Sebastian, as the interim president of the Department Students’ Union. This decision follows a refusal by faculty members to lead the body, citing unacceptable behavior from student union officials.
Explore new BS programmes available across top IITs
IITs are diversifying their undergraduate portfolios by introducing specialized Bachelor of Science (BS) programmes. These degrees focus on high-demand fields like data science and physics, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional engineering and modern research.
NEET Counselling: MCC to issue final seat allotment list shortly after PwD certificate error
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is set to release the final NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results after correcting a PwD certificate upload error. Candidates are advised to review their revised provisional results and utilize the reopened grievance facility if needed.
Why students are being paid £2,000 to play computer games
Roehampton University is offering £2,000 annual esports scholarships to students, aiming to support competitive gamers during their studies. This initiative highlights the growing recognition of esports as a legitimate discipline within higher education.
Grace marks to Class 12 students facing CBSE OSM glitches may not be possible: Centre tells SC
The Union government informed the Supreme Court that grace marks cannot be granted for CBSE Class 12 OSM evaluation discrepancies. The Court has directed the Centre to file an affidavit detailing remedial measures for students who faced access issues during the re-evaluation process.