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The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the ICSE Class 10 Improvement Examination Result 2026. Candidates can check their scores on the official website and results portal, with DigiLocker access available from July 24. The board will retain the higher marks between the main and improvement examinations for each subject, ensuring students receive their best final scores.

Delhi has secured the top global spot for student affordability in the QS Best Student Cities 2027 rankings, underscoring India's appeal as a higher education destination. Mumbai led the country in the overall rankings, while Chennai and Bengaluru also earned places on the global list. The assessment measures cities on academic quality, affordability, employability and overall student experience.

IGNOU will organise a two-day mega placement drive on July 27 and 28 at its New Delhi campus, offering over 350 vacancies across sectors such as banking, insurance, aviation, AI and marketing. Open to students, alumni and fresh graduates, the recruitment event will feature multiple employers, with salary packages ranging up to 12 lakh per annum.

ISRO's recent wave of scientist resignations has shifted attention from India's space achievements to a growing talent retention challenge. As private space companies offer faster career growth and greater autonomy, the exodus raises critical questions about whether the country's premier space agency must reform its work culture, career pathways and organisational structure to remain a destination for top scientific talent.

The Karnataka Directorate of State Educational Research and Training (DSERT), in collaboration with the Regional Institute of English, South India (RIESI), has launched a year-long initiative to strengthen bilingual education in government schools. The programme will train nearly 65,000 teachers through workshops, mentoring and continuous academic support, beginning with 389 District Resource Team members.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has declared the Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 Result 2026 for local body teachers and librarians. Candidates who appeared for the competency test can now access their scorecards online using their application number and password or date of birth. The board has advised applicants to download and preserve their results for future reference.

The UPSC is expected to issue the Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 admit card on July 21 for candidates appearing in the August 2 computer-based examination. Registered applicants will be able to access their hall tickets through the official website. Candidates should verify all details on the admit card and carry it along with a valid photo ID on exam day.

Green hydrogen is emerging as a key pillar of India's clean energy transition, offering a low-carbon fuel for industries and transport that are difficult to electrify. Produced through renewable-powered electrolysis, it generates electricity using fuel cells with water as the only direct by-product. The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a global hydrogen hub by boosting production, renewable energy capacity and exports while strengthening energy security, reducing emissions and

India registered its best-ever performance at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad 2026 in Tashkent, with all four members of the national team winning gold medals. The country finished joint first in the medals tally alongside China, Vietnam and the Individual Participants Group B. The Olympiad featured 363 students from 93 countries. This was India's first all-gold performance and its 27th appearance at the International Chemistry Olympiad.

Born into a farmer's family in Gujarat, Prithvi Sanghani has emerged as a key engineer in India's private space sector by helping develop the autopilot control system for Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, the country's first privately built orbital rocket. After studying missile technology and working at DRDO, she joined Skyroot to contribute to Mission Aagaman. Her journey highlights how perseverance, specialised education and determination can help students build careers in cutting-edge aerospace

Three research innovations from IIT Delhi's Department of Textile and Fibre Engineering have been recognised among the top three innovative ideas at the Sanrachna 2026 Product Development and Design Hackathon. Held under the National Technical Textiles Mission, the competition attracted more than 700 applications, with 31 finalists. The award-winning projects focus on wound care, extreme cold protection and protective textiles for farmers. The innovators were felicitated by Union Minister Girira

After contributing as an embedded software engineer to Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India's first private orbital rocket mission, IIT Madras BS Programme learner Spatika Prasad is set to pursue a master's degree at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands. She worked on mission-critical flight software, pre-launch systems and simulations that supported the launch. Her journey highlights the growing importance of interdisciplinary skills, continuous learning and emerging opportuniti

The Maharashtra CET Cell has announced that 56,669 candidates have successfully completed registration verification for MBA and MMS admissions for the 202627 academic session. The provisional merit list will be released on July 22, followed by the final merit list on July 27. CAP Round 1 option entry will begin on July 28. The admission process will include four CAP rounds before concluding with institution-level admissions on September 15, 2026.

The Supreme Court's latest observations on the APAAR ID scheme have renewed attention on India's digital student registry under the National Education Policy 2020. Here's a detailed look at how APAAR works, the purpose behind the lifelong academic ID, its link with Aadhaar, the privacy concerns it has triggered, and why it is facing judicial scrutiny.

IIT Roorkee has clarified that an advisory circulated among students, faculty and staff is a routine internal communication issued at the start of every academic session and does not represent a new policy. The clarification followed criticism on social media over claims that students had been directed not to support ongoing student protests online. The institute said the advisory is based on existing notified conduct rules and should not be interpreted out of context.

After securing AIR 1 in JEE Main 2026 and AIR 2 in JEE Advanced to earn admission to IIT Bombay's Computer Science programme, Kabeer Chillar has achieved another milestone by winning a gold medal at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad in Uzbekistan. Alongside three teammates, he helped India secure its best-ever performance with four gold medals, highlighting the country's growing Olympiad success and the value of continuous learning beyond competitive entrance examinations.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has issued the admit cards for the Rajasthan Mahila Supervisor Recruitment Examination 2026. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official recruitment portal using their login credentials. The examination is scheduled for July 24, and candidates must verify all details on the admit card and carry a valid photo ID to the exam centre.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told NDA MPs that the Centre took swift and strict action against those involved in the NEET paper leak to safeguard students' futures. Addressing the issue at the NDA's 'Mangal Milan' meeting, he said 13 accused were arrested and urged states to work with the Centre to prevent such incidents in the national interest. His remarks came a day after students protested in Delhi over alleged NEET irregularities and demanded accountability.

The Kerala DHSE is expected to declare the Plus Two SAY Result 2026 this week, offering students who appeared in the supplementary examinations another opportunity to qualify for higher studies without losing an academic year. Candidates will be able to access their scorecards through the official result portals using their login credentials once the results are announced.

The CBSE has issued the Class 12 Supplementary Examination 2026 admit cards for both private and regular candidates ahead of the July 28 exam. While private students can download their hall tickets from the official portal, regular candidates must collect them from their schools. Students should verify all details and ensure the admit cards carry the necessary signatures and stamps.

A NEET-UG 2026 candidate has alleged discrepancies between the OMR sheets shared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the responses he remembers marking during the examination. Despite receiving an official reply with score details, Bhavya says his concerns remain unresolved and has sought verification of the original physical OMR sheet. The issue has added to broader complaints from candidates regarding scanned OMR records, evaluation transparency and grievance redressal after NEET-UG 2026

Ahead of the 202627 academic session, Delhi University has directed its colleges and affiliated institutions to tighten anti-ragging measures and strengthen campus discipline. The guidelines call for enhanced surveillance, confidential grievance mechanisms, faculty mentoring for freshers, identity verification and strict compliance with UGC regulations to ensure a safe, secure and inclusive learning environment for students.

The Department of Higher Education (DHE), Haryana is expected to publish the Phase 1 provisional UG admission merit list 2026 on July 21 through its official admission portal. Prepared using qualifying examination marks and applicable weightage, the list will shortlist candidates for seat allotment. The final merit list will be released on July 22, followed by the admission and fee payment process.

Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026: The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Result 2026 is expected to be announced today, July 21, 2026, by DHSE Kerala. Students can check their provisional scorecards through the official result websites using their register number and date of birth. Those facing website congestion can also access results through the PRD Live app, school-wise result facility or DigiLocker after declaration. Candidates must meet the prescribed subject-wise passing criteria to quali

WBJEE 2026 Round 2 allotment: The WBJEE 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result will be announced today, July 21, 2026, on the official WBJEEB portal. Candidates can download their allotment letter after logging in and must complete seat acceptance fee payment, document verification and institute reporting by July 23. Those seeking further participation can register for the Round 3 Mop-Up round from July 24. Physical reporting is mandatory for candidates accepting or upgrading their allotted seats.

Karnataka DCET 2026: KEA has started the Karnataka DCET 2026 Round 1 option entry process today, July 21, 2026, from 11.00 am. Eligible candidates can submit their preferred colleges and branches until July 24 before the mock allotment is released. The counselling schedule includes option modification, final seat allotment, fee payment and reporting deadlines. Previous cut-off trends indicate intense competition for Computer Science and Information Science seats at leading engineering colleges a

India must embrace failure as an essential part of scientific discovery to become a global innovation leader, senior chemical engineer Man Mohan Sharma said at NSRTC 2026 while receiving the Vigyan Maharshi Award. He urged researchers to pursue curiosity-driven research despite uncertain outcomes. R. A. Mashelkar stressed that India should create science-powered startups and homegrown technologies, while other speakers called for stronger collaboration among universities, industry and government

Himachal Pradesh school holiday: Educational institutions across Kangra, Mandi, Chamba and Sirmaur districts of Himachal Pradesh are closed today, July 21, 2026, following an IMD Red Alert for heavy rainfall, flash floods and landslides. Examinations scheduled in the affected districts have been postponed, while teaching and non-teaching staff have been granted leave, subject to emergency duties. Several other districts remain open, although local authorities have been authorised to suspend clas

IBPS PO Recruitment 2026: Today, July 21, 2026, is the last date to apply online for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026, which offers 7,365 Probationary Officer and Management Trainee vacancies in participating public sector banks. Eligible graduates aged 20 to 30 years can complete registration and fee payment through the official website before the deadline. The selection process includes Preliminary and Main examinations, Personality Test, Interview, Document Verification and, where applicable, a Medic

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has started the online application process for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts under Junior Management Grade Scale-I. Eligible graduates with one year of banking experience and proficiency in the relevant local language can apply between July 20, 2026 and August 09, 2026. The recruitment process includes a written examination, document screening, Local Language Proficiency Test, interview and document verification. Selected candidates will

MMU ET 2026 result: Marwar Medical University has declared the MMU ET 2026 result for candidates who appeared in the entrance examination on July 3, 2026. Scorecards are available through the official candidate portal. Online counselling, including choice filling and seat allotment, will begin in the fourth week of July. The admission schedule, registration trends, attendance figures, score benchmarks and university admission framework have also been released for candidates preparing for the nex

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IIT Madras has released the GATE 2027 schedule, with the examination set to be conducted across six dates in February and registrations expected to begin in mid-August. The upcoming edition introduces a revised syllabus, a new Robotics and Automation paper, DigiLocker-based verification with facial authentication, while retaining the existing eligibility criteria and examination pattern.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cautioned NEET UG 2026 candidates against submitting fake, AI-generated or digitally altered OMR sheets and scorecards, warning that such acts could lead to criminal prosecution, cancellation of candidature and future exam bans. The agency said official records remain the only valid basis for evaluation and advised candidates to raise genuine grievances only through authorised channels.

The Kerala DHSE is expected to announce the Plus Two SAY Result 2026 shortly on its official websites. Students who appeared for the supplementary examination can check their provisional scorecards using their roll number and date of birth. The SAY exam gives candidates a second chance to clear failed subjects and continue their studies without losing an academic year.

As excitement over the FIFA World Cup 2026 final swept across India, Kerala, Meghalaya and Manipur declared a holiday on July 20 for all educational institutions. The move allowed students to watch the late-night Spain vs Argentina showdown without worrying about classes, while also recognising football's deep cultural significance and encouraging greater interest in sports.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) is expected to announce the DCECE 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result today on its official website. Alongside the allotment list, the board will release opening and closing cutoff ranks for Polytechnic Engineering admissions. Candidates allotted seats must download their allotment letters and complete document verification and admission within the notified schedule.

An IIT (BHU) graduate's candid admission that he felt imprisoned by his engineering degree has triggered a spirited online debate about passion, privilege and career choices. His journey from an uninterested metallurgy student to a professional in a completely different field has reignited discussions on whether a college degree should define an individual's lifelong career.

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has announced the Round 3 seat allotment result for UP Polytechnic Counselling 2026 on its official portal. Candidates can check their allotted institute and diploma branch online, pay the seat acceptance fee from July 21 to 23, complete document verification by July 24, and begin classes from August 1.

Delhi University has announced the Round 3 seat allotment results for BTech Admissions 2026 on its admission portal. Candidates can check their allocation status by logging into their dashboards using their JEE credentials. Allotted students must accept their seats by July 21, while document verification and fee payment will continue until July 23.

The AP EAPCET 2026 Phase 1 counselling registration is set to begin on July 20 for admissions to undergraduate engineering programmes in Andhra Pradesh. Eligible candidates must complete online registration, upload documents, and pay the processing fee by July 29. Only verified applicants will be allowed to participate in the web options and seat allotment process.

UPTET Result 2026 is expected to be announced soon by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission. Lakhs of candidates who appeared for the teacher eligibility examination are waiting for their scorecards and merit list PDF. The Commission has not announced the official result date yet. Candidates who qualify will receive a lifetime-valid UPTET certificate. The article covers qualifying marks, exam levels, result checking process and steps to download the merit list.

Kerala has declared a holiday for all educational institutions on Monday ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain. The decision was taken considering the match's late-night schedule, which could make it difficult for students to attend morning classes. However, pre-scheduled examinations will continue as planned. The announcement came after demands from opposition leaders and others seeking relief for students. The move highlights Kerala's football enthusiasm and studen

After multiple setbacks in competitive examinations, Bihar's Shashank Gaurav secured Rank 2 in the latest BPSC examination, proving the value of perseverance. A Zoology graduate from Ramjas College, University of Delhi, he failed four UPSC Civil Services attempts and two BPSC attempts before succeeding on his third BPSC try. With a disciplined study routine, consistent revision and strong family support, Shashank transformed years of disappointment into an inspiring success story for civil servi

A NEET-UG 2026 aspirant from Kanpur has alleged that her score changed from a calculated 609 marks to 540 and later to 167 after the National Testing Agency corrected the sequence of questions in her OMR sheet. The candidate claims she has submitted screenshots, OMR sheets and supporting documents to the Prime Minister, Union Education Minister and NTA, seeking verification. The examination authority has not publicly responded to her specific allegations.

Aakriti Goel left a leadership role in Bengaluru's startup ecosystem, where she reportedly earned Rs 30 lakh annually, to pursue her childhood dream of becoming a doctor. After nearly a decade away from academics, she prepared intensively for NEET UG, studying around 10 hours daily and scoring 676/720 with AIR 1118 in 2021. Now in her final year of MBBS at Hindu Rao Medical College, her journey highlights the value of purpose, perseverance and career reinvention.

The UP Police Constable written examination result is expected to be announced in the last week of July 2026, ahead of the Document Verification and Physical Standard Test scheduled to begin around August 17. The recruitment drive aims to fill 32,679 vacancies across Civil Police, PAC and Jail Warder posts. Candidates will be able to check their results on the official UPPRPB website once released. The article also covers the recruitment timeline and expected cutoff.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has opened a special application window for candidates who had applied under Post Code 90/09 in 2009. Following a Supreme Court order, eligible applicants can submit fresh applications for 606 Grade II (GNCTDSS) or Assistant Section Officer vacancies under Post Code 804/26 between July 17 and August 17, 2026. Candidates must provide proof of their 2009 application, while an offline submission facility is also available.

Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB ALP CBT 2 City Intimation Slip 2026 for candidates who qualified the Stage 1 examination under ALP CEN 01/2025. The city slip was issued on July 18, 2026, for the CBT 2 exam scheduled on July 28, 2026. A total of 1,58,705 candidates can download the document using their application number and date of birth. The admit cards are expected before the examination.

Odisha Public Service Commission has released OPSC Recruitment 2026 notification for 502 vacancies in Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Assistant Fisheries Officer and Assistant Horticulture Officer posts. Applications will be accepted online through the OPSC recruitment portal. The selection process includes written examination, interview for applicable posts and document verification. The recruitment covers positions under Fisheries & Animal Resources Development and Agriculture & Farmers Empowerm