The Times of India

UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 results are anticipated between June 6-10. Qualified candidates will proceed to the Mains exam starting August 21. The result, based on General Studies Paper I, will be available on upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in. Aspirants should monitor the official website for updates and avoid unverified information.

KCET 2026 State Rank 2 holder Srajan BS secured 177 out of 180 marks through consistency, weekly tests and steady revision rather than long study hours. A student of Deeksha Vedantu, Bengaluru, he balanced Class 12 boards and KCET preparation with a structured routine. He traces his engineering interest to childhood curiosity about electronics

The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has reopened applications for Jail Warder (Kakshpal) Recruitment 2026 until June 19, following a court order on the upper age limit. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1733 posts, with eligibility requiring Class 10 pass and specific age and height criteria. The selection process includes physical efficiency, written exams, and medical tests.

Uttar Pradesh Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay defended Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amid calls for resignation over exam controversies. Upadhyay argued that ministers are not directly responsible for alleged irregularities, stating individuals, not ministers, should be held accountable. Meanwhile, protests are ongoing demanding Pradhan's and PM Modi's resignations over CBSE results and NEET paper leak issues.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC NET June 2026 examination schedule, with tests commencing on June 22 and concluding on June 30. Conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across two daily shifts, the NTA will release exam city intimation slips eight to ten days prior to the exam dates, followed by admit cards.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced direct recruitment for Scientist C, D, and E positions through its Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC). Applications are open until June 19, 2026, for 33 vacancies requiring specific engineering or science degrees and relevant work experience. Candidates can apply online at rac.gov.in.

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the KCET 2026 results for engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and allied courses. Over 3.3 lakh students can now check their scorecards and ranks on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, following the completion of the evaluation process. Qualified candidates will proceed to the counselling and seat allotment stages.

Despite ongoing questions about its tender process, CBSE will continue using COEMPT Eduteck for answer sheet scanning. A student's blog highlighted alleged changes to tender conditions, sparking political debate and a presentation to a parliamentary committee. CBSE has moved data to its own servers for enhanced security, while the company has faced past scrutiny without proven wrongdoing.

The Ministry of Education has approved the University of Liverpool's branch campus in Bengaluru. This UK institution will offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses starting in 2026. Students can pursue degrees in Business Management, Computer Science, Biomedical Sciences, and Game Design. Admissions are now open for the inaugural batch. This initiative aims to internationalize Indian higher education.

Karnataka Examinations Authority has announced the KCET 2026 results. Over three lakh students appeared for the exam, with nearly 2.93 lakh declared eligible. Admissions to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and other professional courses will now proceed. Top engineering ranks were secured by students from Bengaluru and Mangaluru. Government college students also achieved notable ranks.

Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women (JBAS), Chennai, has announced the April 2026 semester examination results for UG and PG students. The results for First and Second Year UG regular and arrear examinations, along with First Year PG programmes, were published on June 6, 2026. Students can access their scorecards online via the official examination portal.

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 results were announced today, June 6, by the KEA. Over 3.3 lakh candidates registered for the exam, which is crucial for admission to various undergraduate professional courses. Tanisha Karthik topped the Engineering stream, while Navana Gopi excelled in Veterinary Sciences, BSc Nursing, and Yoga & Naturopathy

The NCHMCT has released the Round 1 seat allotment results for the BSc Hospitality and Hotel Administration programme for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates can check their status on the official counselling portal and must complete admission formalities, including paying the Seat Acceptance Fee, by the deadline to confirm their allocated seat.

Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is recruiting 4,599 Drivers. Aspiring candidates must apply online via the OJAS portal, meeting specific driving license and experience criteria. The selection involves a written test and a driving test. Application fees vary based on category. Ensure to check the official notification for complete details.

The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is recruiting 4,318 Conductors. Interested candidates can apply online through the OJAS portal. Eligibility requires Class 12 pass, basic computer knowledge, and a valid Conductor Licence. A written exam will be conducted for selection. Application fees vary for different categories. Candidates must ensure all details match their documents.

IGNOU has opened registrations for the June 2026 Term-End Examinations for e-VidyaBharti students. The remote-proctored exams run from June 22 to July 17, 2026. Students must create an ABC ID to avoid result delays. Fees vary by admission cycle and course type. Ensure program validity and assignment submission before applying.

Karnataka Examination Authority KEA will announce the KCET 2026 results today, June 6 at 2 pm. Candidates can check their scorecards on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and karresults.nic.in. Over 3.3 lakh students registered for the exam. The KCET is for admission to engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy courses. Merit lists and ranks will be released post results.

The University of Delhi has extended its postgraduate admission registration deadline to June 9 for the 2026-27 academic session. A correction window will be open from June 10 to June 11. Admissions will be based on CUET PG 2026 scores, with new one-year and two-year master's programs introduced aligning with NEP 2020.

The Cockroach Janta Party protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET 2026 paper leak and CBSE's OSM system issues. Led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, the demonstration, granted police permission, highlights ongoing concerns about examination integrity. The CBI is investigating, with arrests made, as student groups and political leaders voice discontent

A woman who took a Rs 50 lakh loan for her master's abroad shared her experience, highlighting the brutal London job market and her successful repayment in Dubai. She emphasized that the personal growth and life lessons gained were invaluable, outweighing the financial aspects and encouraging informed decisions beyond just numbers.

Karnataka Police has announced recruitment for 3,395 Constable (Civil) positions, with applications opening June 5, 2026. Eligibility requires PUC/Class 12, with age limits varying by category. The selection involves a written test, physical standards, and medical examination. Successful candidates will undergo training and receive a pay scale of Rs 37,500-Rs 76,100.

Telangana Intermediate supplementary exam results for 1st and 2nd year students are expected between June 10-16, 2026. Following the completion of evaluations, the TGBIE will soon release scores for both general and vocational streams. Students can check their provisional marks online after an 11 am press conference. The supplementary exams were held for students seeking to improve or clear subjects.

Uttar Pradesh Police Sub-Inspector candidates can now download their admit cards for Document Verification and Physical Standard Test. Successful candidates from the March 2026 written exam can access their hall tickets on the UPPRPB website. The DV and PST are scheduled for June 15-16, 2026, across the state, filling over 4,500 vacancies.

IIT Roorkee has said that students who do not meet the minimum Class 12 marks criteria can still participate in the ongoing JEE Advanced counselling process. However, final admission will depend on meeting the required marks and document verification. The institute has also asked candidates to submit updated scorecards by July 15. The update comes amid concerns around CBSEs marking system and reported discrepancies in Class 12 answer sheets.

Failure rates in UC Berkeleys computer science courses have surged in spring 2026, raising concerns over AI-driven academic dependence, weak mathematical preparation, and reduced student engagement. Faculty members report increased cheating cases and declining office hour attendance, warning that overreliance on generative AI tools may be undermining core learning outcomes and critical thinking skills.

The Maharashtra School Education Department will commence the second round of FYJC admissions on June 6, releasing a vacant seat list. A registration and correction window will also open, allowing new applicants and existing ones to update details until June 9. The Round 2 seat allotment results are scheduled for announcement on June 13, 2026.

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the JELET 2026 admit card on June 5. Candidates can download it from the official portal until June 13, 2026. The exam will be held on June 13 in a single shift. JELET offers lateral entry into second-year engineering, technology, and pharmacy programmes.

The Union Education Ministry has rejected claims of a data breach in JEE (Advanced) 2026, stating that candidate information, marks, and examination results remain secure. IIT Roorkee clarified that a temporary cloud storage misconfiguration affected only a tiny fraction of data in read-only mode and was swiftly fixed. The institute stressed that no sensitive information was compromised and that the incident had no impact on ranks, scores, or the admission process.

CBSE Class 10 second board examination results are anticipated in the second week of June. This new two-exam system allows students to retake exams for better scores. Nearly 6.7 lakh students registered for this opportunity. Results will be available on official websites and DigiLocker. Students should keep admit cards ready for quick access.

CBSE has alerted Delhi Police to coordinated cyber attacks targeting its Post-Result Services Portal, launched for Class 12 students. The board reported malicious traffic aimed at disrupting services and extracting information. Despite these attempts, CBSE assures that its systems and student data remain secure, with round-the-clock monitoring helping to contain the disruptions.

As AIBE 21 approaches, law graduates are being urged to adopt a focused preparation strategy that prioritises conceptual understanding over memorisation. Experts recommend thorough study of Bare Acts, procedural and constitutional laws, new criminal statutes, and professional ethics. Regular revision, mock tests, and practice with previous-year papers can significantly improve performance and boost confidence.

Tech giants like Google DeepMind and Anthropic are now actively recruiting art and humanities graduates for crucial AI development roles. These companies recognize that building safe, fair, and human-aligned AI requires expertise beyond STEM, bringing philosophers and ethicists to the forefront of innovation. This marks a significant shift, valuing human understanding alongside technical prowess.

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) will release the CET 2026 admit card on June 7, seven days before the exam scheduled for June 14. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the PAU admission portal or university website. Essential documents and strict adherence to exam day instructions are mandatory for entry.

KCET 2026 result: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will announce KCET 2026 results on June 6, with Medical Education Minister and KEA Chairman Dr Sharan Prakash Patil scheduled to reveal the details at 12 noon. Around 3.3 lakh candidates appeared for the examination held between April 22 and April 24. Scorecards will be available online from 2 PM through official KEA portals. The announcement will pave the way for counselling, option entry, seat allotment and admission procedures.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad has declared the TG PGECET 2026 results today. Candidates can now check and download their rank cards from the official website, pgecet.tgche.ac.in. The results are for admissions into MTech and other postgraduate engineering programs across Telangana, with qualified candidates proceeding to the counselling process

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has launched a national academic and research collaboration network with 18 National Institutes of Technology through newly signed MoUs. The initiative will promote student and faculty mobility, joint research, shared infrastructure and academic exchanges. It also introduces pathways for eligible NIT students to pursue advanced studies at IIT Delhi, including an Early Admission Scheme. Supporting the partnership is ALIGN, a framework designed to strengthe

India has appointed economist Neelkanth Mishra as its new Executive Director at the World Bank. He will represent India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. Mishra's expertise in finance and policy will shape global development discussions. This appointment highlights the growing role of Indian professionals in international institutions. His tenure begins soon, succeeding Parameswaran Iyer.

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) is expected to release the UP TGT Answer Key 2026 shortly for candidates who appeared in the June 3 and 4 examinations. The provisional key will help aspirants estimate their scores and raise objections, if required, before the final answer key is issued for the teacher recruitment process.

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.