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Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has released question papers and provisional answer keys for the Assistant Professor Recruitment Examination 2025. Candidates can download these from the official website and raise objections to specific questions until June 9, 2026. The commission will review all valid representations before finalizing the answer key.

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has issued HP TET June 2026 admit cards for candidates appearing in the Special Educator examination on June 7. The board has warned that entry to examination centres will not be allowed without a valid hall ticket. The test will be conducted in two shifts, with 150 questions carrying 150 marks and no negative marking.

Mumbai University has released its third merit list for undergraduate admissions, offering spots in various popular courses like BA, BCom, and BSc. Students can now check their status for remaining vacant seats. Document verification and fee payment are scheduled from June 5 to June 9, 2026. Prompt completion is crucial to secure allotted seats.

Children of ESI scheme workers can now apply for medical and nursing courses. ESIC offers 783 seats for MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing in 2026-27. Admissions are through DGHS counselling. Parents must be active ESI contributors by September 30, 2025. The application deadline for the Ward of IP Certificate is June 21, 2026. This initiative provides subsidized education

The Ministry of Women and Child Development is inviting applications for its August-September 2026 internship. This two-month program offers women students, scholars, teachers, and activists from rural and non-tier 1 cities a chance to experience policy-making and government initiatives. Participants will observe program functions, contribute to policy work, and research critical issues, gaining valuable exposure to national governance.

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has opened the application process for Class 10 Improvement and Compartment examinations and the Class 12 Compartment examination for 2026. Eligible students can apply online from June 6 to June 27. The board has also outlined eligibility criteria, examination fees, and mandatory submission procedures, including treasury challan payment and document dispatch to regional offices.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the results of the Computer Based Examination for the Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) Recruitment 2025. Candidates shortlisted on the basis of normalized scores will move to the next stage, including Physical Endurance and Measurement Test, Document Verification, and Skill Test. Category-wise cut-offs and qualifying candidate numbers have also been released.

The Reserve Bank of India has released the Grade B admit cards for the 2026 recruitment drive. Phase I exams for General Cadre are scheduled for June 13, with DEPR and DSIM cadres on June 14. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official RBI website using their login credentials.

Admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 exam are expected soon on ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The test runs June 22-30. NTA has added new exam cities in the North-East and introduced Forestry and Statistics as new subjects, bringing the total to 87. Candidates need their admit card and ID for the exam.

The registration window for TNEA counselling 2026 closes today, June 5, with document upload extending to June 6. The random number will be assigned on June 10, and certificate verification begins June 8. The rank list is expected on June 29, with the full counselling schedule awaiting AICTE approval. Check complete details here.

IIT Roorkee has rejected reports of a large-scale JEE (Advanced) 2026 data leak, calling them misleading and factually incorrect. The institute acknowledged a temporary cloud storage misconfiguration on June 2 that exposed limited read-only data but said the issue was quickly fixed. According to IIT Roorkee, no bulk downloads occurred and less than 0.05% of data was accessible. Cybersecurity researcher Rylen Anil also clarified that he found a vulnerability but saw no evidence of a mass data lea

The CSBC Bihar has issued the exam city intimation slip for candidates applying for Prohibition Constable, Jail Warder, and Mobile Squad Constable posts under its 4,236-vacancy recruitment drive. Admit cards will be released on June 8 and June 11, depending on the exam date. Candidates must carry the e-admit card to gain entry to the examination centre.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed the draft National Mental Health and Well-Being Policy for Schools in a meeting with officials and experts. The proposed framework aims to strengthen mental health support across schools for students, teachers and communities. It emphasises safe, inclusive environments, early identification of issues, preventive care and teacher training as first-level mentors. The policy seeks integration of mental well-being into education and inclusion of I

Odisha's Higher Education Department faced online criticism after a content creator highlighted distorted state emblems in its social media posts, allegedly due to improper AI tool usage. Visuals of the Lion Capital, warrior, and horse appeared misshapen, with text also rendered incorrectly. The creator sarcastically offered AI prompting lessons, suggesting a need for better oversight.

IIT Roorkee will release the JEE Advanced Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026 results on June 7. This exam assesses drawing, visualization, and aesthetic skills for BArch admissions. Candidates who cleared JEE Advanced and AAT can then participate in JoSAA counselling for seat allocation. Key dates for results and counselling are also highlighted.

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a white paper on National Testing Agency (NTA) examination irregularities over the past eight years. He cited concerns from students following NEET-UG 2026 cancellation and alleged lack of transparency in investigations. Singh called for details on paper leaks, arrests, charge sheets, and case status, including CBI actions on UGC-NET 2024, to restore public confidence in national entrance examinations and

Kerala SSLC SAY exam admit cards for 2026 are now available for schools to download. Students must collect their hall tickets from their respective institutions. The supplementary exams are scheduled from June 10 to June 17, offering a crucial second chance for students to clear subjects and continue their academic journey without losing a year.

IIT Roorkees Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence has achieved a landmark 100% placement for its inaugural BTech graduating batch, with students placed across global firms including Amazon, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, Salesforce, and Databricks. The cohort secured roles in AI, finance, analytics, and research sectors, reflecting the programmes industry-aligned curriculum. The achievement underscores IIT Roorkees focus on building future-ready AI talent through

Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology (GJUST), Hisar, has announced results for several undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the 2025-26 session. The declared results include BA, BCA, BBA, MA English, B.Ed and other courses. Students can now access and download their semester results through the universitys official result portal.

The Indian Navy has opened applications for Agniveer (Apprentice) recruitment 2026, targeting diploma holders in engineering and electrical fields. The online application window is open from June 5 to June 29, 2026. Candidates will undergo an entrance test in August, followed by physical and medical evaluations. Selected individuals will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Territorial Army Commission Examination 2026 is scheduled for July 12. Admit cards are expected in late June or early July. The exam features a Computer-Based Test with sections on Reasoning, General Knowledge, and English, followed by a two-stage SSB interview. Merit lists will be separate for male and female candidates. Successful candidates will undergo six months of training before commissioning.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has declared the REET Mains Result 2026 for Level 2 subjects, including Hindi, English and Social Studies. The results, provisional merit lists and category-wise cut-offs are available online for candidates who appeared in the Rajasthan 3rd Grade Teacher recruitment examination conducted in January 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 7,759 vacancies. Shortlisted candidates must now complete the REET Mains Pre-DV process by submitting scrutiny forms

The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has released the final answer keys for the TAT-HS Preliminary Examination 2026 on June 4. The revised keys incorporate valid objections raised against the provisional answer keys and are available for all question paper series and subjects across Hindi and English mediums. Candidates can download the subject-wise PDFs from the official portal to verify their responses. SEB is expected to announce the prelims results and category-wise cut-offs soon.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attributed the city's water shortage partly to evaporation during intense summer heat, a claim widely shared and criticized. Opposition leaders and activists dismissed her explanation, highlighting that urban water crises are typically caused by a mix of factors like demand, supply, leaks, and infrastructure problems, not just evaporation

AIIMS is gearing up to announce the CRE 2026 notification, a significant hiring drive for Group B and C non-faculty roles across its institutes. This unified recruitment process, featuring a Computer-Based Test and potential skill tests, attracts diverse healthcare and administrative talent. Aspiring candidates should monitor the official AIIMS website for application details and exam schedules.

AP TET 2026 notification: The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, has released the AP TET 2026 notification, with online applications open from June 5 to July 5, 2026. The examination will be conducted from August 5 to August 21, while hall tickets will be available from July 25. The initial key will be issued on August 24, followed by objections until August 31. The final key will be released on September 8, and results will be declared on September 15, 2026.

The National Testing Agency has announced the NCET 2026 results, bringing the admission process for the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme a step closer. Nearly 59,000 candidates appeared for the examination conducted across 145 cities. Scores have been forwarded to NCTE for admissions to 223 approved institutions for the 2026-27 academic session.

The Staff Selection Commission has declared the Combined Hindi Translator (CHT) Paper 2 result for the 2025 examination cycle. A total of 1,722 candidates have been shortlisted for the PET/PST stage for the CRPF Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) post. Candidates can check the result PDF to verify their selection status and prepare for the next phase of recruitment.

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education will conduct the Special Educator TET examinations on June 7, 2026, for candidates seeking teaching eligibility in special education. While 407 aspirants will appear for the primary-level test, 128 candidates will take the upper-level examination. Admit cards have been released online, and candidates must carry valid identification to their centres.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has declared the DECE (LE) 2026 results, enabling candidates to download their rank cards from the official website. The result is a crucial milestone for diploma holders seeking lateral entry into the second year of polytechnic engineering courses in Bihar. Qualified candidates can now access their scores and prepare for the upcoming counselling and admission process.

IIT Kanpur is hiring for 80 Group A, B, and C positions, including engineering, administrative, and technical roles. Applications are open for regular appointments with attractive pay scales. Candidates with relevant degrees and experience can apply online by July 3, 2026. Age limits vary by group, with relaxations for reserved categories. Selection involves tests and interviews.

Aspiring candidates have a new window to apply for State Bank of India's apprentice roles. The application deadline has been extended to June 15, 2026, for the 7,150 positions. This one-year training opportunity under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, offers valuable banking experience. Interested individuals should visit the official SBI careers portal to submit their applications online.

Forest Beat Officer Notification 2026: Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) is expected to release the Forest Beat Officer (FBO) recruitment notification in June 2026, announcing 1,393 vacancies under Telangana Forest Department. Candidates must have passed Intermediate or equivalent and be aged between 18 and 31 years with applicable relaxations. Selection process includes written examinations in General Knowledge and General Mathematics, followed by a walking test, medical examination a

Osmania University released the TS LAWCET 2026 results today, June 4, a day earlier than scheduled. Candidates can now download their rank cards and the final answer key from the official portal. The exam, held on May 18, is for admission to law courses, with thousands of seats available. Check direct link to download the TS LAWCET result 2026.

Sarthak Sidhants detailed blog on CBSEs On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, based on an analysis of official tender documents linked to the digital evaluation of Class 12 answer sheets, has triggered wider questions on transparency and procurement processes. The issue has now reached political circles, with opposition leaders, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, sharing the blog and demanding accountability

Bihar ITI CAT 2026 result: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the ITI CAT 2026 Result and Rank Card on its official website on 04 June 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination held on 17 May 2026 can download their rank card using enrollment number, registration number or date of birth. The admission process covers 33,108 seats. Eligibility requires Class 10 qualification. Application, fee payment, admit card and other key dates were completed as

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the GIC Lecturer Admit Card 2026 on June 4, 2026 for candidates appearing in the preliminary examination. The written tests are scheduled for June 14 and June 17, 2026 across centres in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can download hall tickets from the e-Pariksha portal using OTR, application number, date of birth and gender details. Admit card printouts and valid identity proof are mandatory for entry at examination centres required entry.

The SBI Clerk Notification 2026 is expected to be released soon by the State Bank of India for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). The recruitment will include Prelims, Mains, and LPT stages. Candidates must be graduates aged 2028 years. The role involves customer service and banking operations. With an attractive salary of around Rs 46,000 and strong career growth, the exam remains one of Indias most competitive banking opportunities.

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticised CBSEs decision to enforce the three-language policy for Classes 9 and 10 from July 2026, alleging it contradicts a December 2025 Governing Body resolution that favoured retaining the existing language framework until NCERT released graded textbooks. Ramesh questioned the academic basis for the policy shift, accused the Education Ministry of political interference, and said the move has disrupted school planning, prompting criticism from parents

The Maharashtra CET Cell is expected to announce the MHT CET 2026 results between June 5 and June 8 for both PCM and PCB candidates. This year, the exam was held in two attempts, with the better score considered for merit ranking. Candidates will be able to download their percentile-based scorecards online for counselling and admissions.

Students awaiting MP Board Class 10 and Class 12 supplementary exam results can expect them soon. The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education will release the scores online. Candidates should keep their roll and application numbers ready. Successful students can proceed to the next academic level. Provisional marksheets will be available for download.

The AP EAPCET 2026 results have been postponed by APSCHE until after the Intermediate betterment and advanced supplementary exam results are declared. This decision ensures fair consideration of updated marks for students in the admission process for professional courses. The delay aims to provide equal opportunities and a level playing field for all aspirants.

The National Testing Agency has released the final answer key for NCET 2026 today, June 4. This crucial document, available on the official portal, paves the way for the announcement of results and merit lists expected by June 6. Over 73,000 candidates appeared for the exam, vying for 16,950 seats across prestigious institutions.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which emerged from a viral online reaction to the comment has members far from the stereotype often associated with online activism. The party's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, is pursuing a master's degree at Boston University and has experience in political communication. Its spokespersons include investigative journalist Saurav Das, filmmaker and author Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka, an IIT Kanpur and London School of Economics alumnus.

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell has announced the 2026 MBA and Integrated MBA results. Candidates can now download their rank cards from the official website using their login details. With results out, the admission process will move to the counselling stage, where qualified candidates can apply for seat allotment and course selection.

RBI Grade B Admit Card 2026: The Reserve Bank of India is scheduled to release the RBI Grade B Phase I admit card 2026 today for candidates applying to General, DEPR and DSIM posts. The recruitment drive covers 60 vacancies. Once activated, the call letter link will be available on the official website, allowing candidates to download their admit cards using login credentials. The Phase I examination is scheduled for June 13, 2026, for General posts and June 14, 2026, for DEPR and DSIM.

UP Police Constable admit card 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will soon release admit cards for the UP Police Constable Recruitment Examination 2026. The download link will be activated four days before the examination begins. The recruitment drive aims to fill 32,679 vacancies across multiple police units. The written examination will be conducted in offline mode on June 8, 9 and 10, 2026. Candidates will face a 300-mark test comprising 150 multiple-choi

Candidates awaiting the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on June 21 are likely to receive their city intimation slips soon. The slip will inform students about the city allotted for their examination centre, helping them plan travel arrangements in advance. The re-exam was announced after reports of a paper leak during the May 3 test.

KEAM 2026 engineering rank list preparation is underway. Candidates must submit their Class 12 marks online by June 7, 2026. This is crucial for rank list inclusion. Entrance exam scores are available, but Class 12 marks are also considered. After rank list publication, the Centralised Allotment Process for admissions will commence.

NCET Final Answer Key 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NCET 2026 final answer key on June 4, 2026, after reviewing objections raised against the provisional answer key. The final key will be used to calculate candidates' scores and prepare merit lists for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP). A total of 73,608 candidates appeared for the examination, competing for 16,950 seats across 223 participating institutions. With the final answer ke