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The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has announced the MP Police Sub-Inspector Result 2026 on its official website. More than 5,734 candidates have cleared the preliminary examination conducted from January 16 to 21, 2026. The merit list and scorecards are now accessible online, allowing aspirants to review their marks and confirm eligibility for the next stage of the recruitment process.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed affiliated schools to cooperate in the Foundational Learning Study (FLS) 2026, a nationwide assessment of Grade 3 students literacy and numeracy skills. Conducted by PARAKH under National Council of Educational Research and Training, the March study will use tablets instead of OMR sheets and cover over 10,000 schools and 1 lakh students nationwide.
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen will step down after 18 years, transitioning to board chair. His tenure saw a significant shift to cloud-based services and expansion into digital experiences. Narayen, who began his career in Silicon Valley after education in India and the US, will oversee the search for his successor. This marks a new chapter for the software giant.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released provisional answer keys for the ASO Main (Objective) Competitive Examination 2025 on its official website. Candidates can check the keys and raise objections against any incorrect answers online from March 14 to March 20, 2026, with a fee of 250 per question.
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board is closing applications for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent roles tomorrow, March 14, 2026. With 1,679 vacancies, the recruitment drive requires Class 10 or graduate degrees depending on the post. The selection process includes a written test, skill test, document verification, and medical examination.
The National Testing Agency is closing the NEET UG 2026 application correction window tomorrow, March 14. Candidates can make necessary changes to their submitted forms online until 11:50 pm. This is a final chance to edit details like educational qualifications, category, and exam city. The NEET UG 2026 exam is scheduled for May 3.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the application correction window for the NCET 2026, allowing candidates to make changes to their submitted forms until March 14, 2026. Key details like examination information, date of birth, and category can be modified, but personal contact information and uploaded photograph remain uneditable.
Assam Co-operative Apex Bank is recruiting 150 Assistants. Graduates with 45% marks and basic computer knowledge can apply online from March 20 to April 19, 2026. Applicants must be between 21 and 38 years old. A 750 fee is required. This clerical role offers a chance to join the banking sector.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is expected to release the Class 12 results for 2026 between March 21 and March 25. Students can check their scores online via official websites or through SMS and DigiLocker. The board will announce the results through a press conference, followed by the activation of the result link.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will close the post preference submission window for SSC CGL 2026 Tier-II candidates today, March 13, 2026. Candidates must log in to ssc.gov.in and submit their Option cum Preference form for desired posts. Failure to submit will disqualify them from the final merit list, and no requests will be entertained after the deadline.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released admit cards for CUET PG 2026 for exams scheduled between March 16 and March 19. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their application number and date of birth. The examination, which began on March 6, is ongoing until March 27.
The Staff Selection Commission has released final answer keys, response sheets, and marks for several Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations. Central government employees can now access these documents on the SSC portal. The facility to download is available until March 26, 2026. This release allows candidates to review their performance and compare their answers with official responses.
The Allahabad High Court has opened applications for 195 Private Secretary Grade-I positions. Aspiring candidates with a Bachelor's degree and specific shorthand/typing skills can apply online until April 1, 2026. The age limit is 21-35 years, with relaxations for reserved categories. This recruitment drive aims to bolster the court's administrative support.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has announced the preliminary results for the Assistant Teacher TGT Branch Examination 2025 for Music, Agriculture/Horticulture, Arts, and Urdu. Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the released PDFs have qualified for the upcoming mains examination, marking a significant step in the recruitment process for government secondary schools.
Bank of Baroda has released admit cards for its Peon Mains Examination 2026, scheduled for March 22. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The online exam, testing English, General Awareness, Arithmetic, and Reasoning, is the second stage of a three-part selection process. Successful candidates will proceed to a local language test.
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

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