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Princeton University sees a surge in top grades, with two-thirds of undergraduates receiving A-range marks in the 2024-25 academic year. This trend, particularly pronounced in introductory courses and independent work, raises concerns about grade inflation and compression. Dean Michael Gordin highlighted the need for A-plus grades to signify truly outstanding work, a standard increasingly challenged by current grading patterns.

US colleges are now employing AI to read and score student essays, a stark contrast to bans on AI use by applicants. This shift aims for faster reviews and fewer errors, with tools assessing essays and verifying student work. While colleges highlight efficiency, concerns about fairness and transparency persist as AI increasingly influences admissions.

IIT Roorkee provides financial aid through various scholarships to ease the academic costs for its students. These schemes, including Merit cum Means, James Thomason, and INSPIRE, support undergraduate and postgraduate students based on merit and financial need. Additional scholarships like the Dr S K Goel and Mrs Kusum Goel, and for Disadvantaged Students, further extend this support.

Chennai district collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade has declared a holiday for schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur districts on Wednesday due to heavy rains. Waterlogging was reported in several areas following Tuesdays downpours. The Meteorological Department forecasts very heavy rain in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram districts, with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms expected in neighbouring regions. Students and parents are advised to check with local author

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the 2025 Civil Services Examination interview schedule. Over 2,700 candidates qualified for the Personality Test, which begins December 8th. The initial phase covers 649 candidates until December 19th. Original documents and a TA claim form are essential for those attending. e-Summon letters will be released shortly.

LinkedIns 2025 ranking of the top US colleges shows a decisive shift toward institutions that prioritise real-world readiness over traditional prestige. These universities offer strong industry links, mentorship cultures, and hands-on learning that help students thrive long after graduation. Princeton, Duke, Penn, and Cornell lead the list by consistently turning academic training into sustained professional success.

CBSE, New Delhi, has released the official notification for 124 Group A, B, and C non-teaching posts, including Assistant Secretary, Assistant Director, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant, and Junior Assistant. Online applications are open from December 2, 2025, to December 22, 2025. Candidates can apply through the official CBSE website. The selection process includes written exams, skill tests, document verification, and medical examination. Detaile

Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar highlighted the significance of mother tongue in education, aligning with the National Education Policy. He released a biography of John Matthai, praising his contributions as an educationist and economist. The event also saw the launch of new online courses and the promotion of open-access research, emphasizing accessible higher education.

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the FDDI Convocation Ceremony 2025 in New Delhi, highlighting the growing importance of technology, innovation, and global competitiveness in footwear design. She encouraged graduates to contribute to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat @ 2047. Emphasizing Indias expanding footwear export potential, she urged youth to explore emerging sectors like sports and non-leather footwear. Ministers Piyush Goyal and Jitin Prasada also attended. FDDI leaders congratulat

Railway Recruitment Board has extended the application deadline for Junior Engineer posts to December 10, 2025. This recruitment drive offers 2,588 vacancies for JE, DMS, and CMA roles. Candidates can apply online via rrbapply.gov.in. The selection process involves CBT-I, CBT-II, document verification, and a medical exam. Key dates for application and fee payment have been revised.

The National Institute of Design (NID) has opened the application correction window for NID DAT 2026 at admissions.nid.edu. Candidates can now review and rectify errors in their submitted forms, including personal details, category status, and examination centre preferences. This crucial step ensures applications meet eligibility and document requirements before the verification stage.

DRDO has opened applications for its six-month paid internship at DGRE Chandigarh, inviting engineering and science students with strong academic records to apply by December 15, 2025. With five vacancies across CSE, civil engineering and remote sensing/geoinformatics, the programme includes a 5,000 monthly stipend, strict merit-based selection and mandatory curriculum-linked project work. Applications must be sent via Speed Post.

Symbiosis International University has announced the SET and SITEEE 2026 entrance exams will be held on May 2nd and May 10th, respectively. Applications close April 10th, with a 2,250 test fee and 1,000 per program fee. Results are expected on May 20th, with admissions based on merit and exam performance.

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced SBI Bank SO Recruitment 2025 for 1042 Specialist Officer posts. Online applications are open from December 2 to December 23, 2025, at sbi.bank.in. Candidates must check eligibility, age limits, and post-specific qualifications before applying. The selection process includes shortlisting, interview, document verification, and medical examination. Application fees apply for General, OBC, and EWS categories. Detailed notifications and online application l

The Directorate of AYUSH, Madhya Pradesh, has announced the second round of stray vacancy counselling for NEET AYUSH 2025 admissions. Online registration is open until December 3, 2025, with record verification and merit list publication on December 5. Choice filling and locking will be available on December 6, followed by college reporting on December 8.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is set to release the admit cards for the CS Executive and Professional December 2025 exams on icsi.edu. With the exams scheduled from December 22 to 29 under the New Syllabus (2022), candidates must download their hall tickets promptly, verify key details and carry a printed copy for entry into the examination hall.

LRD result 2025: The Gujarat Police Recruitment Board has released the LRD Result 2025 for Lok Raksha Dal recruitment, covering UPC, APC, Jail Sepoy, and SRPF cadres. The provisional merit list is available at gprb.gujarat.gov.in following certificate verification for SC, SEBC, ST, and EWS candidates. Cutoff marks for male, female, and ex-servicemen candidates have been published. Candidates can download the result PDF online and may withdraw candidature by submitting a Self Declaration Form bef

Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2025 admit cards are available from December 3 on aptet.apcfss.in. The computer-based exam begins December 10. Candidates must download and verify their hall tickets, carrying them along with valid ID proof and two recent photographs to the exam centre. Strict guidelines are in place regarding prohibited items.

SSC GD Constable recruitment 2026: Staff Selection Commission has opened registrations for 25,487 Constable (GD) posts in CAPFs and SSF. Applications are open until December 31, 2025, with a fee payment deadline of January 1, 2026. The Computer Based Examination is scheduled for February-April 2026. Eligibility requires 10th pass and an age between 18-23 years.

Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026: Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026 applications are now open at predeledraj2026.com, inviting eligible class 12 pass candidates to apply for admission to the D.El.Ed course for the 202627 session. Approximately 26,000 seats are available across 376 colleges. The selection process includes a written examination followed by counselling. Applicants must meet eligibility and age criteria, pay the application fee, and submit scanned documents online before December 31, 2026.

IGNOU Hall Ticket December 2025: IGNOU has released hall tickets for the December 2025 Term-End Examination (TEE). Exams are scheduled from 1 December 2025 to 14 January 2026, covering various courses and programmes. Students must download their admit cards from the official IGNOU portal using their enrolment number. The hall ticket contains essential details such as exam dates, course codes, and exam centre information. Early downloading is recommended to avoid last-minute issues and ensure a s

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released the INI-SS January 2026 results, listing provisionally qualified candidates for DM/MCh courses at premier institutes including AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, NIMHANS, and SCTIMST. Candidates can download the result PDF from the official portal. Eligibility requires an MD/MS or DNB degree, with specific age limits and relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

UP LT Grade Admit card 2025: The UPPSC has released the UP LT Grade Admit Card 2025 for AYUSH Lecturer posts in Kaya Chikitsa and Shalya Tantra. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their application number and date of birth. The admit card contains examination details, reporting instructions, and essential guidelines. Earlier, admit cards for Assistant Teacher posts in Government Colleges and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities were r

ECGC PO Recruitment 2025: ECGC PO Recruitment 2025 is open for 30 Probationary Officer posts (Generalist & Specialist) across PAN India, with a CTC of approximately Rs 20 Lakh per annum. The last date to apply online is December 2, 2025. Eligible graduates must complete registration, upload required documents, and pay the application fee online. The recruitment process includes an online examination in January 2026, followed by interviews and a medical test. Apply now via the official link.

Oriental Insurance Company Limited has announced recruitment for 300 Administrative Officers (Scale-I) for 2025. Applications open December 3rd, closing December 18th. The drive includes 285 Generalist and 15 Hindi Officer posts. Candidates need specific educational qualifications and fall within the 21-30 age bracket. Selection involves preliminary and main exams, followed by an interview.

DRDO Recruitment 2025: DRDO is expected to release the CEPTAM 11 recruitment notification for the 202526 cycle soon on drdo.gov.in, offering posts in STA-B, Tech-A and A&A categories. The cycle is likely to follow the two-tier CBT pattern used previously, with eligibility, age limits and syllabus similar to earlier norms. Candidates must apply online once the link is activated and follow the required steps for registration, document upload and fee payment.

CBSE has issued new rules for Class 10 and 12 practical exams for the 2025-26 academic year. Schools must conduct exams within strict deadlines. Marks upload must be done the same day. Class 10 practicums are school-based. Class 12 will have external examiners and observers. Batch sizes are capped, and geo-tagged photos are mandatory.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has released the NEET PG 2025 Round 1 provisional selection list, marking a key step in the revised state counselling process. A total of 5,788 candidates have been shortlisted under the state quota and must follow updated deadlines, financial rules and reporting protocols. The streamlined two-round schedule covers seat matrix publication, choice filling, allotment and document verification.

AIIMS CRE 2025: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will close the AIIMS 4th CRE 2025 application process today for Group B and Group C posts. The recruitment aims to fill over 1,000 vacancies through a single-window system, with the CBT scheduled from December 22 to December 24, 2025. Candidates must apply at aiimsexams.ac.in and complete registration, fee payment and document uploads before the deadline. A written exam, skill test, document verification and medical examination

Uttarakhand NEET PG counselling 2025 round 1 seat allotment results are out, with 1,122 candidates securing seats in MD, MS, diploma, and DNB programs. The provisional allotment is subject to document verification, and candidates must report any discrepancies by 1 pm today via email. The joining deadline for allotted colleges is December 7, 2025.

Government job seekers have a limited window to apply for over 2,100 vacancies across UPPSC, DRDO, Prasar Bharati, NHM, and SAIL. Positions range from Assistant Town Planner to Management Trainee, with application deadlines between December 3rd and 5th, 2025. Don't miss these significant career opportunities; check eligibility and apply promptly.

The West Bengal School Service Commission has extended the application deadline for 8,477 Group C and D non-teaching posts to December 8, 2025. This move aims to accommodate applicants facing portal issues. Key dates, eligibility, and application steps are detailed, with exams tentatively scheduled for January 2026. Interested candidates should apply online promptly.

The Agriculture University, Jodhpur has released the first provisional allotment list for Rajasthan JET UG Counselling 2025 on jetskrau2025.com, enabling candidates to check their seats and complete initial formalities. Applicants must accept their allotment and pay the required fee by December 7, 2025. Mandatory in-person reporting on December 1516 will finalise admissions through document verification.

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has released a provisional list of 7,448 examination centres for the 2026 Class 10 and 12 board exams, impacting over 50 lakh students. Schools and students are urged to verify their allotted centres immediately, with a deadline for objections set for December 4, 2025.

The NTA will close the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 application correction window at 11:50 pm today, giving candidates a final chance to rectify errors made during registration. Only applicants who submitted forms on time can access the module to edit academic and exam-related details, while key personal information remains locked. No additional correction window is expected for Session 1.

Nagaland Board of School Education has announced 2026 exam dates for Class 10, 11, and 12. HSLC exams commence February 13, HSSLC on February 12, and Class 11 promotion exams also begin February 12. All exams are scheduled for a single morning shift. This early release allows for structured preparation.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has announced the Probationary Officer (PO) Mains Examination 2025 results. Candidates who appeared for the October 12th test can now check their status online. This crucial step shortlists applicants for the upcoming interview phase, with final allotment expected in April 2026. Preparation for interviews is now paramount.

The UPPSC has announced the PCS and ACF/RFO Prelims 2025 results, shortlisting over eleven thousand candidates for the next stage. Of the 6.26 lakh applicants, 2.65 lakh appeared for the October 12 exam. With vacancies rising sharply from 200 to 920 posts, the recruitment drive has expanded significantly. Detailed scores and cut-offs will be released after the final results.

Harvard University faces an uncertain future as the US Department of Education undergoes dismantling. Investigations into the university are now unclear as responsibilities shift to departments like Labor. This dispersal creates a complex regulatory landscape for Harvard. The move signals a weakening of federal education oversight, with potential long-term implications for higher education.

A new NBER study reveals that Chinese students significantly boosted US graduate programme growth, STEM enrolment, and local economies. Between 2005 and 2019, Chinese enrolment rose from 62,000 to over 317,000, supporting American masters students and local job markets. Revenue from Chinese students helped expand programmes and maintain affordable tuition. Researchers from UC San Diego and Stanford found that these students spending positively impacted college towns, highlighting their role in b

The Bihar School Examination Board has announced a final opportunity for Intermediate and Matric students registered for the 2026 annual examinations to submit their online forms with a late fee. The deadline for form submission and fee payment is December 3, 2025. Dummy admit cards will be issued subsequently for error correction until December 4, 2025.

SSC Constable GD recruitment 2025: The Staff Selection Commission has opened online registrations for 25,487 Constable (GD) posts in CAPFs, SSF, and Assam Rifles for 2026. Applications are accepted from December 1 to December 31, 2025, with a tentative exam schedule for February to April 2026. Candidates need to complete a One-Time Registration and meet age and educational criteria.

JKPSC admit card 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released the admit card for the Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination 2025. Scheduled on December 7, 2025, the examination will be conducted in two sessions. Candidates can download their e-admit cards from jkpsc.nic.in by logging in with their User ID and password. All candidates must carry a valid ID and follow examination instructions. Steps to download the admit card and important guidelines for candi

Americans are increasingly questioning the value of a college degree as AI and automation shrink entry-level opportunities and traditional career advantages fade. Rising tuition and mounting debt amplify doubts, pushing students toward vocational training and skills-based programs. Higher education faces a crossroads, needing innovation and relevance to remain a viable path in a rapidly evolving labor market.

UP Police Constable Recruitment 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will release the notification for UP Police Constable Recruitment 2025 in December. The recruitment covers Civil Police Constable, PAC Constable, Special Security Force (SSF) Constable, PAC Women, PAC Armed Police, Jail Warder, and Mounted Police posts. Eligible candidates can apply online via uppbpb.gov.in. The selection process includes a written exam, physical test, document verification, a

DSSSB has announced the PGT English Female result for 2025. Candidates can now download their scores and begin uploading essential documents for selection. The e-dossier submission window is open from December 3 to December 17, 2025. Shortlisted candidates must upload all required documents online to proceed. Failure to do so will result in candidature cancellation.

Chennai, Tiruvallur and Chengalpet district authorities announced a holiday for schools and colleges on December 2, 2025, as Cyclone Ditwah nears the Tamil NaduPuducherry coast. Chennai and surrounding areas have received continuous rain since Monday morning. The Regional Meteorological Centre reported that the cyclone is weakening into a deep depression while moving slowly northwards near the coast. Rainfall is expected across multiple districts, and officials continue monitoring conditions for

BFUHS BSc Nursing results 2025: Baba Farid University of Health Sciences has released the provisional BSc Nursing (NS21) 3rd Semester results dated December 1, 2025, on its official portal, bfuhs.ggsmch.org. The university states the NET-published results are for immediate information only, as original detailed mark sheets have been issued separately and serve as the final record. Students can view, verify, and download their marks online and are advised to refer to their official mark sheets fo

RMS CET Admit Card 2025: The Rashtriya Military Schools (RMS) has released the RMS CET Admit Card 2025 for candidates appearing in the December 7 examination. Applicants can download their hall tickets via the official portal at nielit.gov.in using their login credentials. The admit card includes exam city allocation, timings, and instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre. Exam cities were announced earlier, with some candidates reas

KNRUHS merit list 2025: KALOJI Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS), Telangana, has released the provisional merit list for BPT, BSC MLT, and BSC Allied and Health Sciences admissions 2025-26 under the competent authority quota. Candidates can download the merit list and the list of not eligible candidates from the official website. Grievances must be submitted via email with supporting documents before 01.00 PM on December 4, 2025. The final merit list will be published after gri