The Times of India

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.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed the draft National Mental Health and Well-Being Policy for Schools in a meeting with officials and experts. The proposed framework aims to strengthen mental health support across schools for students, teachers and communities. It emphasises safe, inclusive environments, early identification of issues, preventive care and teacher training as first-level mentors. The policy seeks integration of mental well-being into education and inclusion of I

Odisha's Higher Education Department faced online criticism after a content creator highlighted distorted state emblems in its social media posts, allegedly due to improper AI tool usage. Visuals of the Lion Capital, warrior, and horse appeared misshapen, with text also rendered incorrectly. The creator sarcastically offered AI prompting lessons, suggesting a need for better oversight.

IIT Roorkee will release the JEE Advanced Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026 results on June 7. This exam assesses drawing, visualization, and aesthetic skills for BArch admissions. Candidates who cleared JEE Advanced and AAT can then participate in JoSAA counselling for seat allocation. Key dates for results and counselling are also highlighted.

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a white paper on National Testing Agency (NTA) examination irregularities over the past eight years. He cited concerns from students following NEET-UG 2026 cancellation and alleged lack of transparency in investigations. Singh called for details on paper leaks, arrests, charge sheets, and case status, including CBI actions on UGC-NET 2024, to restore public confidence in national entrance examinations and

Kerala SSLC SAY exam admit cards for 2026 are now available for schools to download. Students must collect their hall tickets from their respective institutions. The supplementary exams are scheduled from June 10 to June 17, offering a crucial second chance for students to clear subjects and continue their academic journey without losing a year.

IIT Roorkees Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence has achieved a landmark 100% placement for its inaugural BTech graduating batch, with students placed across global firms including Amazon, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, Salesforce, and Databricks. The cohort secured roles in AI, finance, analytics, and research sectors, reflecting the programmes industry-aligned curriculum. The achievement underscores IIT Roorkees focus on building future-ready AI talent through

Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology (GJUST), Hisar, has announced results for several undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the 2025-26 session. The declared results include BA, BCA, BBA, MA English, B.Ed and other courses. Students can now access and download their semester results through the universitys official result portal.

The Indian Navy has opened applications for Agniveer (Apprentice) recruitment 2026, targeting diploma holders in engineering and electrical fields. The online application window is open from June 5 to June 29, 2026. Candidates will undergo an entrance test in August, followed by physical and medical evaluations. Selected individuals will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Territorial Army Commission Examination 2026 is scheduled for July 12. Admit cards are expected in late June or early July. The exam features a Computer-Based Test with sections on Reasoning, General Knowledge, and English, followed by a two-stage SSB interview. Merit lists will be separate for male and female candidates. Successful candidates will undergo six months of training before commissioning.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has declared the REET Mains Result 2026 for Level 2 subjects, including Hindi, English and Social Studies. The results, provisional merit lists and category-wise cut-offs are available online for candidates who appeared in the Rajasthan 3rd Grade Teacher recruitment examination conducted in January 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 7,759 vacancies. Shortlisted candidates must now complete the REET Mains Pre-DV process by submitting scrutiny forms

The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has released the final answer keys for the TAT-HS Preliminary Examination 2026 on June 4. The revised keys incorporate valid objections raised against the provisional answer keys and are available for all question paper series and subjects across Hindi and English mediums. Candidates can download the subject-wise PDFs from the official portal to verify their responses. SEB is expected to announce the prelims results and category-wise cut-offs soon.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attributed the city's water shortage partly to evaporation during intense summer heat, a claim widely shared and criticized. Opposition leaders and activists dismissed her explanation, highlighting that urban water crises are typically caused by a mix of factors like demand, supply, leaks, and infrastructure problems, not just evaporation

AIIMS is gearing up to announce the CRE 2026 notification, a significant hiring drive for Group B and C non-faculty roles across its institutes. This unified recruitment process, featuring a Computer-Based Test and potential skill tests, attracts diverse healthcare and administrative talent. Aspiring candidates should monitor the official AIIMS website for application details and exam schedules.

AP TET 2026 notification: The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, has released the AP TET 2026 notification, with online applications open from June 5 to July 5, 2026. The examination will be conducted from August 5 to August 21, while hall tickets will be available from July 25. The initial key will be issued on August 24, followed by objections until August 31. The final key will be released on September 8, and results will be declared on September 15, 2026.

The National Testing Agency has announced the NCET 2026 results, bringing the admission process for the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme a step closer. Nearly 59,000 candidates appeared for the examination conducted across 145 cities. Scores have been forwarded to NCTE for admissions to 223 approved institutions for the 2026-27 academic session.

The Staff Selection Commission has declared the Combined Hindi Translator (CHT) Paper 2 result for the 2025 examination cycle. A total of 1,722 candidates have been shortlisted for the PET/PST stage for the CRPF Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) post. Candidates can check the result PDF to verify their selection status and prepare for the next phase of recruitment.

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education will conduct the Special Educator TET examinations on June 7, 2026, for candidates seeking teaching eligibility in special education. While 407 aspirants will appear for the primary-level test, 128 candidates will take the upper-level examination. Admit cards have been released online, and candidates must carry valid identification to their centres.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has declared the DECE (LE) 2026 results, enabling candidates to download their rank cards from the official website. The result is a crucial milestone for diploma holders seeking lateral entry into the second year of polytechnic engineering courses in Bihar. Qualified candidates can now access their scores and prepare for the upcoming counselling and admission process.

IIT Kanpur is hiring for 80 Group A, B, and C positions, including engineering, administrative, and technical roles. Applications are open for regular appointments with attractive pay scales. Candidates with relevant degrees and experience can apply online by July 3, 2026. Age limits vary by group, with relaxations for reserved categories. Selection involves tests and interviews.

Aspiring candidates have a new window to apply for State Bank of India's apprentice roles. The application deadline has been extended to June 15, 2026, for the 7,150 positions. This one-year training opportunity under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, offers valuable banking experience. Interested individuals should visit the official SBI careers portal to submit their applications online.

Forest Beat Officer Notification 2026: Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) is expected to release the Forest Beat Officer (FBO) recruitment notification in June 2026, announcing 1,393 vacancies under Telangana Forest Department. Candidates must have passed Intermediate or equivalent and be aged between 18 and 31 years with applicable relaxations. Selection process includes written examinations in General Knowledge and General Mathematics, followed by a walking test, medical examination a

Osmania University released the TS LAWCET 2026 results today, June 4, a day earlier than scheduled. Candidates can now download their rank cards and the final answer key from the official portal. The exam, held on May 18, is for admission to law courses, with thousands of seats available. Check direct link to download the TS LAWCET result 2026.

Sarthak Sidhants detailed blog on CBSEs On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, based on an analysis of official tender documents linked to the digital evaluation of Class 12 answer sheets, has triggered wider questions on transparency and procurement processes. The issue has now reached political circles, with opposition leaders, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, sharing the blog and demanding accountability

Bihar ITI CAT 2026 result: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the ITI CAT 2026 Result and Rank Card on its official website on 04 June 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination held on 17 May 2026 can download their rank card using enrollment number, registration number or date of birth. The admission process covers 33,108 seats. Eligibility requires Class 10 qualification. Application, fee payment, admit card and other key dates were completed as