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the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has extended the deadline for uploading documents under the Civil Police Constable Direct Recruitment process. Candidates who have cleared the PST, PET, and document verification stages can now submit their documents online until June 15. The board has advised applicants to complete the process within the stipulated period and ensure that all uploaded documents are accurate to avoid disqualification.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University has released the UPGET 2026 exam city slip on its official portal. This slip allows registered candidates to check their allotted examination city for advance travel planning. The university clarified that the exact exam centre details will be available only on the admit card, scheduled for release on June 13, 2026.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, at the Eleventh Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog, reiterated the States opposition to NEET for undergraduate medical admissions. The State proposed using Class XII marks as the sole criterion for filling State quota seats in MBBS, BDS and AYUSH courses. It said NEET affects rural and disadvantaged students. The State also outlined its youth-focused development vision, including skill missions, technology training and long-term economic growth tar

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) is set to release the JENPAS UG 2026 model answer key soon on its official website. Candidates will also likely receive OMR sheets for Paper I and II. After release, students can download the key, compare responses, and raise objections with valid proof before the final answer key is prepared.

Indian students are increasingly prioritising career outcomes over university prestige when planning to study abroad, according to Leaps analysis of student conversations. The data shows rising focus on employability, financing realities, and alternative programmes like MiM. Peer influence, test comparisons, and loan misconceptions also shape decisions. With more working professionals and self-funded students entering the mix, the study abroad journey is becoming more pragmatic, outcome-driven,

Rajasthan BSTC Pre-D.El.Ed. 2026 counselling has begun from June 11, 2026, with Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, releasing the complete schedule for admission to two-year D.El.Ed. courses. Around 25,970 seats are available across colleges. Candidates must register online, pay Rs 3,000, and submit college preferences by June 16. The first allotment list will be released on June 20, followed by fee payment, reporting, document verification, and multiple counselling rounds scheduled through

The State CET Cell, Maharashtra has declared the MHT CET 2026 results for courses including BHMCT, BCA, BBA, BMS and BSc Nursing. Candidates can check their scores on the official website. Those shortlisted in the merit list will now move to the counselling stage, which includes online choice filling and seat allocation.

The ACPC Gujarat provisional merit list for Degree Engineering admissions is expected to be released on June 12, 2026. Candidates will be able to check their state merit ranks online, while the final institute list and seat matrix are also likely to be published. The mock choice-filling round is scheduled to begin the same day and continue until June 15.

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has launched the AICTE-QIP-PG Certificate Programme in Emerging Areas for faculty members from core engineering disciplines. The six-month hybrid programme, offered through IISc, IITs, NITs and IIITs, aims to strengthen expertise in emerging technologies. For the JulyDecember 2026 session, 41 programmes are available. Eligible faculty from AICTE-approved institutions can apply until July 5, 2026, for certifications in AI/ML, Data Science, Rob

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC Junior Engineer 2026 option-cum-preference form for candidates who appeared in Paper-II. The submission deadline is June 14, 2026, and no extension will be given. Candidates must complete the process on ssc.gov.in, as failure to submit will lead to exclusion from the final merit list and selection process.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) will declare the Higher Secondary Second Examination 2026 results on June 12 at 4:00 p.m. Students who appeared for the examination can access their scorecards through the boards official result portal using their credentials. Conducted under the revised examination framework, the second examination offers another opportunity to absent, unsuccessful, or improvement-seeking candidates. The online scorecard will display subject-wise marks and

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, students and football fans have plenty to look forward to. The tournament makes history as the first World Cup hosted by three countriesthe United States, Mexico, and Canadaand features an expanded 48-team format. Mexico sets a hosting record, while a remarkable Mexico-South Africa opening-match coincidence adds intrigue. Meanwhile, global icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could be preparing for their final appearances on football's biggest stage.

Global Business School and Research Centre (GBSRC), part of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, has received membership of AACSB International, a globally recognised body for business education. The certificate was presented by AACSB Regional HeadAsia, Prathap Das, to Pro Vice-Chancellor Dr Smita Jadhav. The membership reflects the institutions commitment to global academic standards, quality, innovation and research, while providing opportunities for benchmarking, faculty development, internati

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University will declare B.Tech and BArch results on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram. Higher Education Minister Roji M John will formally announce the results during an event at 10:30 AM, alongside the unveiling of SOR 2026 Technical Education Conclave. Senior university officials will attend the programme, which will be streamed live on official YouTube and Facebook channels for students, institutions, and stakeholders across Kerala s

Ronit Chaodhary, a 21-year-old undergraduate at Newton School of Technology, co-authored the paper RETROSPECT: RETROsynthesis via Sequential Prediction, and Chemically Transformed-ranking, accepted at the ICML 2026 AI for Science Workshop. Developed during a 45-day internship at Mstack AI, the research applies AI to retrosynthesis, helping predict chemical pathways for molecule synthesis in drug discovery and materials science. The work highlights growing undergraduate participation from India i

At the 20th anniversary of Lend A Hand India in Pune, Maharashtra Education Commissioner Sachindra Pratap Singh urged a shift from purely academic learning to skill-based education to improve employability. He emphasized vocational training, experiential learning and stronger industry collaboration to prepare students for evolving job markets. Speakers, including industrialist Prataprao Pawar, highlighted AI-driven changes and adaptability. The event showcased LAHIs two-decade impact, skill labs

China's embassy in India highlighted the smooth conduct of its massive Gaokao exam, contrasting it with India's exam leak issues. While Gaokao faces fewer large-scale leaks, past incidents of cheating and alleged leaks in other Chinese exams, like the postgraduate entrance, have occurred. The Gaokao remains crucial for Chinese students' futures.

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has unveiled the CUSAT CAT 2026 provisional rank list today, June 11. Aspiring students can now access their rank positions for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs via the official admission portal. The course-wise PDF lists include essential details, guiding admissions based on these rankings.

The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow has launched a Bachelor of Science programme in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics for Class 12 graduates who have qualified JEE Advanced. The inaugural batch will admit 60 students. A key feature is the option to transition into a Tech-MBA programme after the third year, creating a dual-degree pathway. The curriculum combines AI, machine learning, data analytics and management education, with applications open until July 3, 2026.

The Union Public Service Commission has finalized several recruitment results for April 2026, with successful candidates already notified individually. The selection process involved thorough scrutiny and assessment for various departmental vacancies. While all eligible applications were considered, not all could be shortlisted. The UPSC expresses regret to those not selected and advises referring to official communications for further details.

Social media influencer Elvish Yadav sparked controversy with a post on X, appearing to joke about leaking examination papers. His remark, made while promoting his mock political outfit, drew widespread criticism for trivializing the serious NEET paper leak issue that affected numerous students. The post was later deleted, but screenshots fueled further outrage and calls for action.

In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has held that female teachers working in private schools are entitled to Child Care Leave (CCL), bringing them on par with government school teachers. The court ruled that such leave is linked to a woman's fundamental right to equality and cannot be denied by recognised private institutions. Based on the Delhi School Education Rules, the verdict is expected to benefit thousands of private school teachers across the capital.

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), said forming a political party after a public movement was legitimate as he announced an education manifesto during a Pune protest. The manifesto aims to address examination paper leaks and improve education reforms. Dipke invited students to join a peaceful protest at SPPU and expressed readiness for dialogue with the government. Activists supporting the movement emphasised democratic participation, non-violence, and accountability on

What began as a routine journey to a police recruitment examination turned into a costly detour for four aspirants in Uttar Pradesh. After allegedly following incorrect navigation directions, they reached a location far from their designated centre and missed the test. The episode has sparked questions about dependence on digital maps and the need for better exam-centre location systems.

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) has released the provisional answer key and response sheets for the UP Polytechnic Entrance Exam 2026 on its official website. Candidates can review their responses, estimate scores using the prescribed marking scheme, and raise objections against discrepancies until June 15, 2026. The computer-based examination was conducted from June 2 to June 9 across Uttar Pradesh. Final results will be prepared after reviewing and resolving all

Telangana Board has opened applications for recounting and scanned copy-cum-reverification of IPASE 2026 answer scripts. Students dissatisfied with their results can apply online from June 12 to June 18. Recounting costs Rs 100 per paper, while scanned copy and reverification is Rs 800 per paper. This opportunity is for both first and second-year students

The Telangana Intermediate Supplementary Results 2026 revealed a worrying trend in the second-year General stream, where the pass percentage remained below 50 per cent despite students getting another opportunity to clear subjects. While first-year candidates showed improvement and girls continued to outperform boys, the results highlighted persistent academic challenges among second-year students.

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has declared the Intermediate Public Advanced Supplementary Examination (IPASE) 2026 results for first and second-year students. A total of 3,98,459 candidates appeared across General and Vocational streams. The first year recorded an overall pass percentage of 68.84, while the second year registered 49.29. Girls outperformed boys in both years. The examinations were conducted across 889 centres, with practical tests held separately in May 20

For years, Indian professionals were viewed as a cost-effective workforce powering global industries. New data, however, paints a different picture. As companies compete for specialised skills, many Indians are earning more than local workers in countries such as the US, UK, and UAE, signalling a major shift in how talent, expertise, and opportunity are valued worldwide.

Exciting news for Telangana students! The Board of Intermediate Education is expected to release the IPASE 2026 supplementary exam results today. Candidates who took the exams for first and second-year Intermediate courses can now check their marks online. The supplementary exams, held from May 13 to May 21 for both General and Vocational streams, offered a chance to improve scores.

NABARD has opened applications for its Student Internship Scheme 2026-27, offering postgraduate students a chance to work on crucial rural development projects. With 39 seats available, including at the Head Office, interns will research topics like women farmers and FPO impact. Applications close June 16, 2026, with a monthly stipend and allowances provided

American digital real estate firm Opendoor is ceasing its India operations, impacting its nearly 250 employees in the country. CEO Kaz Nejatian confirmed the move, stating it's part of a strategic shift to bring roles closer to American customers under the new Opendoor 2.0 model. This decision, driven by technological advancements and streamlining, is not a reflection of employee performance

Indian-American engineer Vibhav Altekar is in the spotlight after a drone boat developed by his company, Saronic Technologies, helped carry out a first-of-its-kind US military rescue mission near the Strait of Hormuz. Here's a look at how the UC Davis graduate built a career in AI, autonomous systems and maritime technology before co-founding the defence tech company

Nineteen-year-old ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, who recently highlighted security vulnerabilities in CBSE's digital systems, has been appointed as an OSINT and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub. Adhikary's role will focus on identifying and analyzing cyber threats using publicly available information, following his public allegations about CBSE's data accessibility.

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has released e-admit cards for the Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) recruitment examination (Post Code 26015). Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official portal until June 17, 2026. The written exam is scheduled for June 13, 14, 16, and 17, 2026. Arrive early, as gates close 30 minutes prior to the test

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JIPMAT 2026 response sheet and provisional answer key on its official website. Candidates can now log in to view their recorded responses and the answer key. A challenge window is also open for candidates to raise objections against the provisional key, with a fee of Rs 200 per objection.

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has activated the marks download window for the Combined State Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2024 under Advertisement No A-1/E-1/2024. Candidates who completed the recruitment stages, including prelims, mains, interview and final result declaration, can access their marks online. The download facility is available from June 10 2026 to June 15 2026 through the official UPPSC portal for all eligible applicants of the 220-post recruitment cyc

India's workforce is increasingly moving beyond major metros as 50-55% of young professionals prioritise quality of life over higher salaries, according to a new report. Nearly 70% of formal hiring growth is now coming from non-metro cities, while 30-35% of remote workers are based in tier-2 and tier-3 locations. The study also finds that persistent workforce disruptions are prompting employers to adopt distributed hiring models and rethink talent strategies across the country.

The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Kerala, has postponed the declaration of Plus One results from June 10, 2026, to July 15, 2026. The delay follows the rescheduling and relocation of examination centres in Gulf countries due to the prevailing war situation in the Middle East. Around 4,00,000 students are awaiting their results. Officials said evaluation and final tabulation will be completed only after pending examinations and answer scripts from Gulf centres are processed.

HP TET 2026 admit card: The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBoSE) has released admit cards for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) June 2026 session. More than 24,000 candidates will appear for TGT (Arts), TGT (Medical), JBT and TGT (Sanskrit) examinations scheduled on June 13 and 14 in two shifts. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website using their application number and date of birth. The board has advised aspirants to reach centres on time.

India has granted Letters of Approval to the University of Bristol, University of York, UNSW and University of Liverpool to establish campuses under NEP 2020, expanding foreign higher education presence. Bristol and York will set up in Mumbai, while UNSW and Liverpool will be in Bengaluru. Bristol plans admissions from August 2026 with 250 students initially. The initiative follows earlier approvals, with six to seven campuses expected to open in 2026-27, boosting global academic collaboration.

Madhya Pradesh State Open School is set to release the Ruk Jana Nahi results for Class 10 and 12 in July 2026. Students who took the June session exams can check their marks online at mpsos.nic.in using their roll number. The provisional marksheets will be available soon, so keep your details handy.

Border Security Force (BSF) has released the Constable (Tradesmen) 2026 recruitment result, publishing roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the second phase written examination. According to the notice dated 09 June 2026, a total of 1,81,143 candidates, including 1,76,361 male and 4,782 female candidates, have been provisionally shortlisted after PET and PST conducted between December 2025 and March 2026. The recruitment process follows advertisements issued in July 2025 and corrigenda in

UGC NET June 2026 city slip: National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the advance examination city intimation slip for UGC-NET June 2026. Candidates can download the slip from ugcnet.nta.nic.in using their login credentials. The examination will be conducted on multiple dates between June 22 and June 30, 2026, across various centres in India. NTA has clarified that the city intimation slip is not the admit card, which will be issued separately at a later stage. Candidates facing difficulties i

Abhijit Dipke of the Cockroach Janta Party is demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, citing widespread examination irregularities affecting millions of students. Dipke warned of nationwide protests, starting in Pune, if the minister doesn't step down by Saturday, highlighting student suicides and the risk to futures due to paper leaks and server issues.

The Rajasthan BSTC Pre D.El.Ed Result 2026 is yet to be declared, with candidates facing access issues on the official website predeledraj2026.com around the scheduled 3 PM release time. The result will be announced by Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar at VMOU, Kota. Once released, candidates can download scorecards using application number and date of birth. Counselling will follow for 25,970 seats across Rajasthans D.El.Ed colleges based on entrance exam ranks.

NIFT 2026 candidates are alleging irregularities in their final results, citing discrepancies in Situation Test marks, CAT and GAT scores, and attendance records. Concerns over biometric verification have also surfaced, with students demanding a review of their scores and attendance. This controversy follows recent scrutiny of the NTA due to the NEET UG 2026 cancellation.

JoSAA has released the second mock seat allotment for the 2026 counselling, offering students a preview of potential college and course placements. Candidates can check their results on josaa.nic.in and revise preferences until June 11. This trial run helps students make informed decisions before the final seat allocation for over 67,000 engineering seats across IITs, NITs, and other institutes.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to announce CUET UG 2026 results soon after concluding the examination on June 7. Over 15.68 lakh candidates registered this year, marking a significant increase from 2025. Students will be able to access their scorecards and subject-wise percentiles through the official portal. The results will initiate undergraduate admission and counselling processes across participating universities, including DU, BHU, JNU, JMI, and several state, private, and de