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IIIT-B admissions 2026: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) has opened applications for its B.Tech and five-year Integrated M.Tech programmes for the academic year 202627 through a common application process. The institute is offering courses in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. IIIT-B stated that admissions will not be conducted through JoSAA. The programmes are designed

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 on its official website. Candidates can check their allotted exam city using their login credentials, while admit cards will be issued on May 28. Aspirants have been advised to verify examination centre details carefully and plan travel arrangements in advance.

The Directorate of Skill Development and Industrial Training, Haryana, has opened the Haryana ITI Admission 2026-27 process for admissions to 197 Government and 180 Private ITIs across the state. Online applications will begin on June 02, 2026, and continue till June 15, 2026. Candidates who have passed Class 8, 10 or 12 can apply for over 89 engineering and non-engineering trades. Nearly one lakh seats are available across various technical and skill-based programmes.

NCERT is facing criticism after failing to provide revised Class 9 Hindi medium Mathematics and Science textbooks, even in PDF format, nearly two months into the academic session. Teachers say the delay has disrupted classes, forced translation-based teaching and created confusion over syllabus changes. Students entering summer vacation from May 23, 2026 remain without essential study material ahead of July unit tests and September half-yearly exams. Teachers and parents have questioned NCERTs p

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has demanded a detailed report from CBSE regarding widespread technical failures during the post-result review process, including server crashes and payment gateway issues. This intervention follows numerous student and parent complaints about payment errors, portal disruptions, and concerns over the new On-Screen Marking system's accuracy.

MPESB recruitment 2026: MPESB recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has announced the Skill Test and Document Verification schedule for recruitment to 500 Subedar and Assistant Sub-Inspector posts. The process will be conducted in Bhopal from June 2 to June 4, 2026, for candidates who cleared the written examination. The recruitment stage includes stenography and typing tests, Aadhaar e-KYC verification, and document checks. Candidates must download the information lette

CBSE has dismissed a viral circular claiming that the 2026 photocopy and revaluation process has been cancelled due to technical issues. The Board called the notice fake and urged students and parents not to trust rumours circulating on social media. CBSE advised everyone to verify examination-related information only through its official website and authorised platforms.

The Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Education Board declared the 2026 Munshi/Maulvi and Alim examination results with an overall pass percentage of 88.26%. Girls outperformed boys across both categories, recording significantly higher success rates. The examinations were conducted under CCTV surveillance, with the state government highlighting its push towards transparency and modernisation in madarsa education.

Students and parents have raised concerns over continued technical glitches on the CBSE portal for obtaining scanned Class XII answer books, even after the deadline extension to May 24. Despite CBSE acknowledging payment errors, including excess and short deductions, and promising refunds, students reported failed transactions, missing receipts and inaccessible answer scripts. With widespread complaints persisting, demand has grown for another extension of the application window as uncertainty c

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has acknowledged technical issues in the Class XII post-result process after students faced incorrect fee deductions while applying for scanned answer sheet copies. The Board said excess payments will be refunded automatically, while candidates with lower deductions will be informed separately. CBSE also clarified that affected students will receive scanned copies without filing fresh applications.

KCET 2026 results date: Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is expected to declare KCET 2026 results around May 28-29, with a possible shift to the first week of June due to a re-exam conducted on May 24 in Hiriyur. Counselling is likely to begin in the first week of June. The process will include mock rounds and option entry for college selection. Results will be available on official KEA websites, requiring login credentials for access.

UPSC CSE Prelims 2026: The Union Public Service Commission is conducting the Civil Services Examination prelims 2026 today in two shifts across centres nationwide. Over 8.19 lakh candidates are appearing for the examination for IAS, IFS and IPS posts. Candidates must follow strict guidelines, carry admit cards and ID proofs, and avoid prohibited items. Gurugram has deployed 1,200 personnel for security and traffic management. UPSC has also added new centres and revised its provisional answer key

Kerala LSS USS result 2026: The Kerala Public Examination Section has announced the CM Kids LSS Scholarship 2026 results on the official website, bpekerala.in. Students who appeared for the Class 4 scholarship examination conducted on February 26, 2026, can access their scores using login credentials. The scholarship is open to students from government and aided schools in Kerala. Qualified candidates will receive annual financial assistance of Rs 1,000. The examination included two papers carry

JEECUP 2026 admit card: The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh has revised the JEECUP 2026 examination schedule, with the UPJEE Polytechnic entrance test now set to be conducted from June 2 to June 9, 2026. The admit cards are expected to be released on May 25 through the official website. The examination will be held in CBT mode in English and Hindi. Authorities have also announced details regarding the marking scheme, required documents, prohibited items and the online counselli

RPSC 1st Grade admit card 2026: Rajasthan Public Service Commission will release the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher admit card on May 25, 2026, for School Lecturer direct recruitment candidates. Applicants can download the hall ticket from the official RPSC and recruitment portals using their application number and date of birth. The examination will be conducted from May 31 to June 11, 2026. Candidates must carry a printed admit card and valid photo identity proof to the examination centre for verifica

The National Testing Agency has extended the UGC NET June 2026 application deadline to today, May 24th, until 11:50 PM, following student requests. This allows more time for form submission and fee payment. A correction window will open from May 26th to 28th. No further extensions will be provided.

The Centre is considering a unified national entrance examination for engineering and medical admissions, potentially replacing JEE and NEET. Discussions with a parliamentary panel followed the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, with MPs backing a common framework with discipline-specific sections. Stricter eligibility norms and NTA reforms are also under evaluation.

The University of Houston System will discontinue its undergraduate religious studies degree due to persistently low enrollment, a decision approved by the board of regents. While the program formally closes in 2032, a minor in religious studies will remain, allowing continued access to the subject. This move reflects broader trends of declining student interest in liberal arts programs nationwide.

The Bihar School Examination Board has announced the Class 10 and 12 Compartmental-cum-Special Examination Results 2026, offering relief to students seeking to clear pending subjects. Candidates can now download their provisional marksheets through the official portals using their roll details. The results are expected to help thousands continue higher studies without losing an academic year.

The Supreme Court has agreed to remove harsh remarks made against three academicians linked to the controversial NCERT Class 8 chapter on corruption in the judiciary. The Court clarified that its criticism was aimed at the textbook content, not the individuals. It also stressed the need for balanced and responsible academic material on constitutional institutions.

UPSC's Civil Services Preliminary Exam is set for May 24, 2026, with strict entry rules and a ban on electronic gadgets. Candidates must carry a printed e-admit card and original ID. Black ballpoint pens are mandatory for answers. Negative marking applies, and admit cards are crucial until final results. Provisional answer keys will be released post-exam.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has rescheduled the SSC GD Constable examination from May 28 to May 27, 2026, due to a revised government holiday for Id-u-Zuha (Bakrid). Revised admit cards will be released soon, and candidates are urged to rely solely on the official SSC website for authentic updates.

DBT BET Answer Key 2026: The National Testing Agency has released the provisional answer keys, question papers and recorded responses for GAT-B and BET 2026 examinations conducted on May 17, 2026. Candidates can raise objections online till May 24, 2026 by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question. The examinations were held across 54 cities for 26,662 registered candidates. NTA stated that challenges submitted by candidates will be reviewed by subject experts before preparation of the

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences is expected to announce the INI-CET July 2026 results today for candidates who appeared in the May 16 entrance examination. Students will be able to download their scorecards through the official website using their login credentials. The counselling and seat allocation schedule is also expected to be released shortly after the results are declared.

The National Testing Agency has released the NCHMCT JEE 2026 results, allowing students to download scorecards and All India Rank cards from the official portal. The exam, held on April 25, 2026, is crucial for admission to the B.Sc. Hospitality and Hotel Administration program. Candidates can now anticipate the upcoming counselling and seat allotment process.

Bundelkhand University, Jhansi has released the UP BEd JEE 2026 admit card on its official website. Registered candidates can download the hall ticket by logging in with their credentials and OTP verification. The UP BEd JEE 2026 examination will be conducted on May 31. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre. The hall ticket includes details such as roll number, exam timing, category, and allotted exam centre address.

Telangana's POLYCET 2026 results are out today, May 23, at 11:30 AM. Thousands of students can now download their rank cards from the official website to check their scores and ranks. Successful candidates will soon be eligible for counselling for diploma admissions across various polytechnic colleges in the state. Check direct link to download scorecards here.

UGC NET June 2026: The National Testing Agency has announced that the extended application and fee payment window for UGC NET June 2026 will close today. Candidates must complete online registration and submit examination fees within the prescribed deadline to be considered eligible. The agency clarified that no further extension will be granted. The UGC NET June 2026 examination is scheduled from June 22 to June 30, 2026, for Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professor eligibility and PhD a

Indian graduates are increasingly pursuing higher education abroad, with nearly 70% planning to study overseas for better exposure and skills. However, most intend to return to India for employment, reflecting growing confidence in the domestic job market. The trend signals a shift from traditional brain drain to brain circulation driven by global learning and local opportunities.

UPESSC has activated the exam city link for the TGT recruitment examination 2022 cycle, enabling candidates to check their allotted districts through the official website. The examination will be held on June 3 and June 4, 2026 across 36 districts with 614 centres. A total of 8,68,531 candidates will compete for 3,539 posts. Exam will be conducted in two shifts, while admit cards will be released from May 30, and entry requires valid admit cards.

The National Testing Agency has activated the NEET UG 2026 refund link on its official registration portal for candidates to submit bank account details for fee refund processing. The facility is available from May 22, 2026, to May 27, 2026, up to 11:50 pm. Candidates must log in to neet.nta.nic.in and provide account details, including IFSC code and account number. Submitted information will be final, with no further changes permitted after submission.

BSTC 2026 answer key: The Rajasthan BSTC 2026 answer key will be released soon after the Pre D.El.Ed examination conducted by VMOU, Kota on May 20, 2026. Candidates will be able to download the provisional answer key from predeledraj2026.in and check their responses. The answer key will be issued in PDF format for different paper sets and shifts. Candidates can raise objections with evidence before the final answer key is published, followed by the result expected in June 2026.

The Haryana Board of School Education has announced biometric verification for pending HTET 2024 candidates on June 8 and 9, 2026, at the Bhiwani headquarters. Candidates whose results were marked RLV due to incomplete verification must complete the process to receive their results. The board said candidates must carry their original photo identity card and admit card. Information regarding the verification process will also be shared through registered mobile numbers and email addresses.

AIBE 21 admit card 2026: The Bar Council of India has released the AIBE 21 admit card 2026 on the official examination website. Candidates appearing for the All India Bar Examination scheduled on June 7 can download their hall tickets using their login credentials. The examination will be conducted in offline mode through OMR sheets and will include 100 multiple-choice questions from 19 law subjects. Candidates must carry a printed admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examin

APSCHE will release the AP EAMCET 2026 provisional answer key today for Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy streams on its official website. Candidates can also access response sheets and master question papers using their registration number and hall ticket number. The objection window will remain open till May 25, with a fee of Rs 300 per question. The final answer key and AP EAMCET 2026 results are scheduled to be released on June 1, 2026.

JNV result 2026 class 6: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has declared the JNVST Class 6 Phase 2 results on May 22, 2026. Candidates can check their results online through the official portals using their roll number and date of birth. The selection lists are also available offline at designated offices and schools. More than 20 lakh students appeared for the two-phase entrance examination conducted for admission to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across India. Selected candidates will receive notifica

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and DigiLocker have issued a public warning about a fake website posing as an official CISCE and DigiLocker portal. The fraudulent site is designed to mislead users into sharing sensitive personal details. Authorities have urged students and parents to verify URLs and avoid entering confidential information online.

CBSEs On-Screen Marking (OSM) system has come under scrutiny after Class 12 results triggered complaints of blurred scans, alleged evaluation errors and unexpected marks. While the Ministry of Education has defended the digital process as secure and efficient, students claim it has affected fairness and transparency, leading to distress and demands for clearer evaluation and rechecking mechanisms.

The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu has announced that TN SSLC (Class 10) provisional marksheets for the March-April 2026 exams are available from May 22, 2026. Students can collect their marksheets from their respective schools, while private candidates can download them online. Applications for answer sheet photocopies are also open from May 22 to May 27.

The Tripura Board of Joint Entrance Examination has announced the TBJEE 2026 results today, May 22, 2026. Candidates can check their scores and download rank cards from the official website. The results pave the way for the counselling process, expected to commence in June 2026 for admissions to various professional courses.

Karnataka has separated its CET and NEET counselling, prioritizing engineering admissions due to NEET's delayed schedule and paper leak controversy. This move allows thousands of engineering aspirants to proceed without disruption. Students can switch streams without penalty, with full fee refunds offered for those moving to medical courses, easing parental concerns amidst national admission uncertainties.

Facing website disruptions due to heavy traffic and unauthorized interference, CBSE has extended the deadline for Class 12 students to obtain scanned answer books to May 24, 2026. This crucial extension ensures no student misses the opportunity to review their scripts for verification or re-evaluation amidst competitive college admissions. Check complete details here.

Anna University has announced the TANCET Result 2026. Candidates can check their scores on the official website. Over 30,000 students appeared for the TANCET and CEETA PG examinations. Scorecards will be available from May 27. Profile corrections are permitted before downloading the scorecard. Further updates on counselling will be provided.

Indira Gandhi National Open University has released the admit card for the June 2026 Term-End Examination. Students can download their hall tickets from the Samarth Portal. The examinations are scheduled to commence from June 1, 2026. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card to the examination centre. No changes to examination centres will be permitted.

A petition challenging CBSEs decision to make a third language compulsory for Classes 9 and 10 from 2026-27 has reached the Supreme Court. Parents and teachers have alleged the sudden policy shift will disrupt students education, create confusion in schools, and burden children with abrupt language changes without adequate teachers or preparation.

The Students Islamic Organisation of India (SIO) has requested the NTA to postpone the CUET UG 2026 exams scheduled for May 28, as it clashes with Eid-ul-Adha. SIO cited concerns about religious observances, travel, and accessibility for students nationwide. The organization urged for an alternative date to ensure fairness and inclusivity for all candidates.

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has opened registrations for 2,759 Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Group C posts. Eligible candidates, who qualified PET 2025, can apply online from May 22 to June 11, 2026. The selection involves PET scores, a written exam, and document verification for a promising government career.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has released TS PGECET 2026 hall tickets. Aspirants can download their admit cards from the official website using their registration details. The entrance exam for MTech admissions is scheduled from May 29 to June 1, 2026. Candidates must carry a printed hall ticket and valid ID proof to the examination centre.

The University of Delhi will now accept GATE scores for its MTech in Microwave and Communication Engineering program, marking the first time a postgraduate course will use the national engineering entrance exam. GATE-qualified candidates will receive first preference, with CUET-PG scores considered only if seats remain vacant. This move signifies a shift in DU's postgraduate admissions for specialized technical programs.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the UGC NET June 2026 registration deadline to May 23, 2026, with applications closing at 10 am. The fee payment window also closes on May 23, while the application correction period is from May 25 to May 27. This national-level exam determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor positions.