The Times of India

Rural US schools face a teacher recruitment crisis as immigration policy changes, including hefty visa fees, deter international educators. Districts heavily reliant on foreign teachers for critical subjects are struggling to retain staff, forcing them to consider costly virtual instruction or reduced course offerings. This exacerbates existing shortages in underserved areas.

US universities face heightened scrutiny over foreign financial contributions. Education Secretary Linda McMahon highlighted the Department of Education's focus on ensuring institutions comply with federal laws requiring disclosure of overseas gifts and contracts. This move aims to enhance transparency and address concerns about potential foreign influence on academic independence and research integrity.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has released the provisional GPAT 2026 answer key and response sheets today, March 12, 2026. Candidates can download these documents from the official website and raise objections to any discrepancies by paying a fee of Rs 200 per objection. The final answer key will be based on these reviews.

The CBSE Class 10 board examinations concluded on March 11, 2026, leaving millions of students across India awaiting their results. Last year, the results were declared on May 13, 2025, suggesting a likely mid-May 2026 announcement. Historical trends indicate a May release, making it crucial for students to monitor official CBSE platforms for timely updates on their marksheets and pass percentages.

The Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly passed the Transfer and Posting of Employees of Education Department Bill, aimed at overhauling teacher postings and reducing legal disputes. Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona highlighted that the law addresses staffing shortages, uneven teacher distribution, and infrastructure gaps, ensuring fair deployment across the state. Future amendments may incorporate legislators suggestions to strengthen the system.

Ohio State University has appointed Ravi Bellamkonda as its new president, bypassing a national search after Walter Carter Jr.'s abrupt resignation due to an inappropriate relationship. Bellamkonda, the former Executive Vice President and Provost, brings extensive academic and administrative experience. The leadership change follows scrutiny over a veterans' podcast project linked to Carter's exit.

The Rajasthan Education Department has declared the Right to Education (RTE) admission lottery results for 2026, covering over 6.3 lakh applicants seeking free seats in private schools. Parents must complete document verification, carrying essential certificates like income, domicile, caste, birth, and BPL where applicable, between March 13 and 21. Results can be checked and downloaded via the official portal rajpsp.nic.in.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close registration today for the CAPF Assistant Commandant Examination 2026, which seeks to fill 349 officer-level posts across BSF, CRPF, CISF, SSB, and ITBP. The written exam is scheduled for July 19, 2026, followed by PET, medical tests, and interviews. Candidates must apply online on the UPSC portal before the deadline.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the admit card for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Preliminary examination 2026, scheduled for March 22. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official UPPSC website using their OTR number and date of birth. The exam will be conducted across eight districts in Uttar Pradesh.

The Trump administration is proposing a new rule requiring federal funding recipients, including educational institutions, to certify they don't run diversity programs deemed discriminatory. This move, impacting over 200,000 entities, aims to curb DEI initiatives, citing concerns about potential discrimination against certain student groups. Public feedback is open until March 30.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the provisional answer key for the CTET February 2026 examination. Candidates can now access the answer key and their OMR sheets on the official website. This allows them to estimate their scores and raise objections if needed. The board will review all challenges before publishing the final answer key.

Bank of Baroda has released the admit card for the Office Assistant Peon Mains examination. Candidates can download their call letters from the official website. The online Mains examination is scheduled for March 22, 2026. The admit card contains crucial details for the exam day. Final selection is subject to legal proceedings concerning disability reservations.

The Directorate of Government Examinations Telangana has released sample OMR sheets and answer booklet formats ahead of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Public Examinations 2026. More than 5.28 lakh Class 10 students will appear for the exams across 2,676 centres from March 14 to April 16, as authorities urge candidates to practise the format to avoid errors during the examination process.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board is closing applications for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent roles on March 14, 2026. With 1,679 vacancies, the recruitment drive requires Class 10 or graduate qualifications depending on the post. The selection process involves a written test, skill test, document verification, and medical examination.

The National Testing Agency has reopened the registration portal for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 after receiving multiple requests from candidates who missed the earlier deadline. The application window will remain open from March 12 afternoon to March 13, 9 pm, with fee payment allowed until 11:50 pm. The move offers a final opportunity for aspirants to complete their applications.

The Class 12 English examination was conducted on March 12, 2026, with students describing the paper as easy to moderate and closely aligned with the NCERT syllabus. Most questions followed familiar patterns seen in pre-board exams, though Set 3 was slightly more challenging. Overall, candidates found the paper manageable and expect strong scores.

The National Testing Agency has issued the CUET PG 2026 exam city intimation slip today, March 12. This advance notice helps candidates plan travel for exams scheduled between March 16 and March 27. The slip confirms the examination city, with the admit card containing the exact centre details to be released later.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened applications for the National Teachers Eligibility Test (NTET) 2026, with the process running from March 11 to April 2, 2026. This exam is crucial for aspiring teachers in Indian Systems of Medicine and Homoeopathy institutions. The examination is scheduled for April 28, 2026.

NCERTs Kaveri is not just a new Class 9 English textbook. It is a reset. With Beehive and Moments gone, the syllabus has been cut sharply, Indian authors have moved closer to the centre, and the book reflects a wider push towards cultural rootedness and competency-based learning. The bigger question now is whether classrooms are ready for the change.

Indian Oil Corporation Limited is recruiting 405 apprentices for its Marketing Division in the Western Region. Applications are open for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentice roles. The registration process began yesterday and closes on March 26, 2026. Candidates can apply via NAPS or NATS portals. Selection is merit-based, with no written exam or interview. Training will last 12 months.

The CPCT Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released soon on the official website, cpct.mp.gov.in, for the Computer Proficiency Certification Test scheduled from March 13 to 15, 2026. Candidates will be able to download their hall tickets using login credentials. The CPCT evaluates computer proficiency, typing ability, and digital skills, and serves as an important qualification for several government recruitments in Madhya Pradesh.

NEET UG 2026 applicants can now correct their application forms on the official NTA website until March 14, 2026. This one-time opportunity allows changes to educational details, category, signature, exam city, and parent's information. The exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026, in offline mode. Candidates are urged to verify all details carefully.

The National Testing Agency is expected to release the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 city intimation slip soon, allowing candidates to check their allotted exam city for the April 2-9 examinations. This slip precedes the admit card, which will contain the exact centre address and reporting time. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official JEE Main portal for updates.

CBSE has debunked a fake circular falsely claiming the Class XII English exam for Middle East students was on March 12. The board clarified the exam was postponed due to regional conflict and rescheduled for March 16, 2026. Students are urged to rely solely on official CBSE notifications to avoid misinformation.

Bihar Public Service Commission is expected to announce over 46,000 teaching positions under TRE 4.0. This recruitment drive will fill vacancies across primary, middle, secondary, and senior secondary schools. The notification is expected this month. Interested candidates should watch the official BPSC website for application details. This presents a significant opportunity for aspiring teachers in Bihar.

Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority announced 235 vacancies for technical and administrative roles, including Assistant Engineer and Junior Engineer. Applications opened on February 18, 2026, closing March 20, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online via the official MMRDA website, with eligibility varying by post and salaries aligned with the 7th Pay Commission.

The UPSC has released the notification for the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026, with applications open from March 11 to March 31, 2026. The exam is scheduled for August 2, 2026, offering recruitment for medical professionals in various central government departments. Eligibility requires passing the final MBBS examination, with final-year students also able to apply.

The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB NTPC Graduate Level CBT 1 admit card for the Non-Technical Popular Categories examination. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website, rrb.digialm.com, to appear for the exam scheduled from March 16 to March 27, 2026. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry and contains essential exam details.

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education will announce Class 10 results by March 20. Students can check their scores online using their roll numbers. The board also plans to conduct Class 10 and Class 12 exams twice a year starting in 2027. This aims to provide students with more opportunities to improve their academic performance.

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has extended the registration deadline for KTET February 2026 to March 16, 2026. Candidates who have already applied can make corrections through the official candidate login, updating personal details, category selection, or exam centre choices. The application correction facility ensures entries are accurate before submission. After the registration and correction period, admit cards will be released. Candidates must complete all updates before the deadline to confirm p

Across the US, a growing number of states are introducing bills to limit educational technology in schools. Parents and lawmakers express concerns about student focus, well-being, and exposure to inappropriate content on school-issued devices. This legislative push challenges the booming ed tech industry, prompting a debate on balancing digital tools with traditional learning.

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the provisional KTET Answer Key 2026 for the December 2025 session. Candidates from Category I (Lower Primary), II (Upper Primary), III (High School), and IV (Language/Specialist) can download category-wise PDFs from ktet.kerala.gov.in. Objections to the provisional key can be submitted offline in the prescribed format until March 18, 2026, 5 PM. The final answer key will follow after reviewing valid objections, and candidates can calculate tentative marks in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the marks of recommended candidates for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2025. The scores include written examination and Personality Test marks of the top ten candidates. Anuj Agnihotri secured the highest total with 1071 marks. Overall, 958 candidates have been recommended for appointment to the IAS, IFS, IPS and other Central Services. The government had reported 1,087 vacancies, while a reserve list of 258 candidates has also been

A US federal judge is reviewing a government demand for employee data from the University of Pennsylvania. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission seeks information on staff affiliations with Jewish groups as part of an antisemitism probe. The university opposes the request, citing privacy and historical concerns. Civil liberties groups also express alarm over the potential precedent.

Bank of Baroda has declared the result of the online preliminary examination for recruitment to the post of Office Assistant (Peon) in the Sub Staff Cadre. The preliminary examination was conducted on February 22 and February 23, 2026. Candidates who have qualified have been provisionally shortlisted for the online Main examination scheduled on March 22, 2026. The bank will send examination communication to registered e-mail IDs, while further appointments reMain subject to ongoing court proceed

The National Testing Agency will open the correction window for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (UG) 2026 application form on March 12, 2026. Registered candidates will be able to edit selected details, including parental information, educational qualifications, category, examination city, and medium of examination. The facility will remain available until March 14, 2026. Authorities said the correction option is a one-time opportunity, and application forms will be frozen once candid

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the subject-wise datesheet for CUET UG 2026 on its official website soon. The entrance examination for undergraduate admissions to central universities and other participating institutions is scheduled between May 11 and May 31, 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The application and correction processes have concluded. Following the datesheet announcement, NTA will issue the exam city intimation slip and later release admit cards shor

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued Advertisement No. 02-Examination/2026 for recruitment to 115 posts under the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board Combined Cadre Main Examination (Principal Assistant/Administrator)-2025. Online applications will open on April 2, 2026, and close on April 22, 2026, with corrections allowed until April 29, 2026. Candidates must have appeared in PET-2025 to apply. Selection will include PET-based shortlisting, a writte

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the admit card for the Nursing Superintendent (Staff Nurse) exam 2026 under CEN No. 03/2025. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled from March 11 to 13, with three shifts each day. Candidates can download their hall tickets from https://www.rrbcdg.gov.in and must carry a printed copy along with a valid ID for verification. The recruitment is for 272 vacancies, followed by document verification for shortlisted candidates.

Higher education institutions now have until March 20, 2026, to submit their feedback on SWAYAM online courses for the July 2026 semester. This UGC initiative aims to align online learning with university curricula, identifying course gaps and integration possibilities. The collected data will guide SWAYAM's future course offerings to meet academic demands.

Harvard University has rejected a proposal from its graduate student workers' union for significant wage increases. The university offered more modest raises during recent bargaining sessions. Contract negotiations have extended beyond a year. Union members are currently voting on strike authorization. The union argues the university's offer fails to address pay disparities and cost-of-living concerns.

The National Institute of Technology Calicut has invited applications for the Summer Internship Programme 2026 for eligible UG and PG students from institutions outside NIT Calicut. The programme offers one-month and two-month internships in offline, online, or hybrid modes under faculty supervision. Registration will open on March 14 and close on March 23, 2026. Selected candidates will undertake academic projects at the institute, with the internship period scheduled between May 4 and July 15,

IGNOU has opened registrations for its June 2026 Term-End Examinations. Students must submit their forms by April 10 without a late fee, or by April 24 with a Rs 1,100 late fee. Exams run from June 1 to July 15, with theory fees at Rs 200 and practicals at Rs 300-500. An ABC ID is now mandatory for all applicants.

Jai Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Lucknow has released the admit card for the Government Ashram System Schools entrance examination. Candidates who applied through the Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh portal can download their hall tickets from the ATS UPSDC website. The admit card, scheduled for March 10, was released on March 11, 2026. The entrance examination will be conducted on March 15, 2026, and the results are expected to be declared on March 23, 2026.

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has announced 405 apprentice vacancies for Trade, Technician, and Graduate roles in its Marketing Division, Western Region. Applications are open from March 11 to March 26, 2026, via NAPS or NATS portals. Selection will be merit-based on educational qualifications, with no written exam or interview.

The National Testing Agency commenced the CUET PG 2026 examinations today, March 11, across India. Conducted in computer-based mode over three shifts for 157 subjects, the exam facilitates postgraduate admissions to over 200 universities. Candidates must carry their hall ticket and a valid photo ID for entry. The answer key and results will be released post-examination.

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that it has directed NCERT to review textbooks of all classes after a controversy over offending references to corruption in the judiciary in a Class 8 social science book. The apex court, hearing a suo motu case, suggested that the government consider constituting an independent expert committee to review the curriculum. The court has already banned the textbook, ordered seizure of copies, and directed that certain academics be disassociated from curriculum

Central Bank of India has released admit cards for Specialist Officer recruitment 2026. Candidates for Marketing and Foreign Exchange Officer roles can download their hall tickets online. The exam, scheduled for March 14, 2026, will be followed by an interview. Applicants must carry their admit card and valid ID to the test centre.

The DSSSB has declared marks for the PGT (Commerce) exam held on 28-29 July 2025 for 22 vacancies in the Directorate of Education, GNCTD, and NDMC. A total of 113 candidates (56 male, 57 female) have been shortlisted to upload their e-dossiers on the OARS portal from 13-27 March 2026. Candidates must submit all educational, professional, caste, and disability certificates. Final selection will be based on merit-cum-preference, and failure to upload documents on time will lead to cancellation.

The CBSE Class 12 Economics exam is scheduled for March 18, 2026. Subject expert Rakesh Mishra advises students to prioritize revision based on chapter weightage and the marking scheme. Key areas in Macroeconomics include National Income Accounting, Money and Banking, and Government Budget, while Indian Economic Development focuses on the period 1950-1990, New Economic Policy, and basic economic problems.