The Times of India

As Ramadan nears its end, Indian schools are anticipating a holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr, likely on March 20 or 21, 2026. The exact date hinges on the crescent moon sighting, a tradition that dictates the festival's timing. Educational institutions are preparing for this uncertainty, with many tentatively marking March 21 for the break.

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 master question papers along with final answer keys on its official website. Candidates can review these documents to assess their performance ahead of the result declaration. The GATE 2026 results are expected to be announced shortly and will be accessible through the GOAPS portal. Scorecards will include detailed information such as marks, overall score, and All India Rank for admissions and recruitment.

Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has announced detailed admission procedures for the 2026-27 session. Online registration for Class I and Balvatika-1 and 3 will run from March 20 to April 2, 2026, while offline admissions for higher classes will be held from April 2 to April 8, subject to vacancies. New KVs and additional sections will follow specific rules. Strict document verification, eligibility checks, and publication of vacancies have been mandated for all schools.

Veer Kunwar Singh University (VKSU) has opened the online examination form window for UG Semester VI (CBCS) students of the 202327 session from March 15 to March 28, 2026. Students must complete the process online within the deadline, ensuring accurate details and timely fee payment, as this final semester stage is crucial for graduation eligibility.

Navayug School Sarojini Nagar Entrance Test 2026 applications are now open. The National Testing Agency has extended the last date to apply for admission to Class 6 and Class 7. Students can submit their forms until March 22, 2026. The entrance test will be conducted in offline mode. General and OBC candidates need to pay a fee of 100.

The National Testing Agency is set to release the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 city intimation slip soon, informing candidates of their allotted exam city ahead of the April 29 exams. The slip aids travel planning but is not the admit card, which will be issued later. Candidates can download it using their login credentials.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the RPSC AEN admit card 2026 for the Assistant Engineer mains examination. The exam will be conducted on March 22 and 23, 2026, for candidates who cleared the preliminary stage. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1014 vacancies across multiple departments. The selection process includes prelims, mains, and interview stages. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website ahead of the mains examination schedule.

The Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan (RBSE) is expected to announce Class 10 results around March 20, 2026. Students can check their scores online on the official RBSE and Rajasthan Results websites using their roll numbers. A new proposal for board exams from 2027, including holding exams twice a year, is awaiting government approval.

IIT Guwahati is set to announce the GATE 2026 results on March 19, following exams held in February. The institute has clarified that the final answer key has not yet been issued. Candidates can access their results via the GOAPS portal, with scorecards detailing marks and ranks. Aspirants are urged to track official platforms for verified updates.

MPESB ITI TO answer key 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board has released the MPESB ITI Training Officer 2026 answer key for 1120 posts. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now review their responses and raise objections within the specified window ending March 21, 2026. The recruitment process included applications in January and an examination held in late February. Applicants must follow the prescribed procedure to challenge discrepancies and ensure timely submission o

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released CUET PG 2026 admit cards for exams on March 24, 25, and 27. This completes the issuance of hall tickets for all scheduled exam dates. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website and must carry a printed copy with a valid photo ID.

US Education and Labor departments launched the FY2026 Talent Search Program competition, aiming to boost postsecondary education and apprenticeships. This initiative streamlines federal efforts to address a significant skilled worker shortage, connecting students to high-wage careers. The collaboration between ED and DOL promises more efficient funding and better alignment with workforce needs.

A federal judge blocked Arkansas's law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public schools, deeming it unconstitutional. This ruling comes as other Republican-led states like Louisiana and Texas push similar mandates, sparking legal battles and potentially heading to the Supreme Court to redefine religion's role in education.

The National Informatics Centre (NIC) is recruiting 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts, offering a chance to work on national digital projects. Applicants need a relevant degree in electronics, computer science, or allied fields, plus a valid GATE score from 2024-2026. This merit-based selection process emphasizes academic and technical prowess for aspiring IT professionals.

Andhra Pradesh is hiring 150 Staff Nurses for contract roles in government hospitals. Applications are open from March 17 to March 25, 2026. Candidates need a B.Sc Nursing or GNM degree and registration with the AP Nursing Council. Selection will be based on academic merit and experience. Visit the official health department website for details.

The Bihar Public Service Commission has extended the application deadline for its Civil Judge (Junior Division) recruitment drive, Advertisement No. 12/2026. Law graduates now have until April 30, 2026, to apply for the 173 vacancies. This extension follows a Supreme Court directive, ensuring wider participation in the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination. All other recruitment criteria remain unchanged.

SECL apprentice recruitment 2026: South Eastern Coalfields Limited has announced 1700 apprentice vacancies under its 2026 recruitment drive. The openings include 500 graduate, 1100 technician and 100 fresher apprentice posts across multiple roles. Eligible candidates with relevant degrees, diplomas or school qualifications can apply online without paying any fee. The minimum age is 18 years. The last date for application submission is March 31, 2026, with the provisional selection list scheduled

IDBI Bank will close registrations for its Junior Assistant Manager (JAM) Grade O recruitment on March 19, 2026, concluding a major hiring drive offering 1,100 vacancies across key cities. The selection process, featuring an online test and interview, will move swiftly, with the examination scheduled for April 12, signalling accelerated hiring amid rising demand for banking professionals.

The CBSE conducted the Class 12 Economics exam 2026 on March 18 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The paper, divided into Macro Economics and Indian Economic Development, was rated easy to moderate by students. Many found Macro Economics slightly tricky, while Section B was easier. Teachers described the paper as balanced and aligned with the CBSE pattern, with emphasis on conceptual clarity, case-based questions, and application skills, requiring careful interpretation.

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is closing its Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application window today, March 18. This marks the final chance for ITI candidates to apply for 245 apprenticeship positions at the Rawatbhata Rajasthan Site. The one-year program offers hands-on training in various technical trades with a monthly stipend of 9,600.

The Sashastra Seema Bal has announced 1060 vacancies for Constable and Head Constable posts through a short notification. Of these, 827 are Constable roles and 233 are for Head Constables across multiple trades. The detailed notification will be released on the official website. Online applications will open from March 21, 2026, and close on April 20, 2026. The recruitment process includes physical tests, written examination, skill assessment and medical evaluation stages.

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences has released the Staff Nurse Admit Card 2026 on March 18. Candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website by logging in with their credentials. The admit card is essential for entry and contains crucial exam details, so prompt download and verification are advised.

Engineers India Limited (EIL) is recruiting 59 Management Trainees in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Electrical engineering through GATE 2026. Applications open March 20 to April 13, 2026. Candidates must qualify in GATE 2026. Shortlisting will be based on GATE scores, followed by interviews. Detailed notification is awaited.

A study reveals that while laptops allow students to record more lecture content, handwriting notes leads to better understanding of concepts. Students using laptops tend to transcribe verbatim, hindering deeper processing, whereas handwritten notes encourage paraphrasing and synthesis, fostering stronger cognitive engagement and improved learning outcomes.

MOIL Limited has opened the download of call letters and information handouts for its April 3, 2026 online examination for Graduate Trainees, Management Trainees, and Manager (Survey) posts. Candidates can access documents on the official website using their registration details. Revised examination centres have been allocated in Chhattisgarh and NCR due to high response. The 90-minute Computer Based Online Test will cover general knowledge, reasoning, English, and subject-specific questions, fo

The CBSE has announced the Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026 schedule, introducing its new two-board exam policy. Students can improve performance in up to three subjects, with exams in May 2026. LOC submission and fee payment will be school-led, phased, and deadline-driven. Compartment candidates must submit fresh LOCs, while early submission is encouraged for smooth logistics.

The AP EAMCET 2026 registration deadline has been extended to March 24, 2026, by JNTU Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE. Students can apply for B.Tech, B.Pharmacy, and agriculture courses with late fees applicable after this date. The entrance exams are scheduled from May 12-15 for engineering and May 19-20 for agriculture and pharmacy.

The TG Inter Results 2026, also called TS Intermediate Results 2026, are expected in the last week of April 2026, according to TSBIE sources. Students can check their scores, download the digital marks memo, and apply for revaluation or supplementary exams through the official portal tgbienew.cgg.gov.in. Exams concluded on March 1718, with evaluation ongoing since March 4, 2026.

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has opened applications for its Summer Research Fellowship Programme 2026 for top-ranked undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students from across India. The eight-week programme offers hands-on research under faculty guidance, along with accommodation, travel support, and a weekly stipend. Eligible candidates must meet academic rank criteria and submit required documents online by April 3, 2026. The fellowship will run from May 13 to July 13, 2026.

The Railway Recruitment Board is likely to release the Paramedical answer key 2026 in the last week of March on its official portals. The CBT exam, held from March 11 to 13, required candidates to attempt 100 questions in 90 minutes with negative marking. Aspirants can access the answer key online and raise objections, if necessary.

The Indian Infrastructure Finance Company Limited has announced its 2026 recruitment for 37 vacancies across Grade A Assistant Manager and Grade B Manager posts. The application process began on March 18, 2026, and will close on April 10, 2026. Candidates must apply online within the deadline. The selection process includes screening, a written test, a behavioural assessment, and an interview to evaluate suitability for infrastructure financing roles.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training has outlined a phased rollout of new textbooks and syllabi aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023. Revised books for Grades 1 to 8 are now available, while Grade 9 textbooks will be introduced from the 202627 session. Existing books will continue for Grades 10 and 11 until 202728. Teachers have been advised to strengthen prerequisite learning to ensure a smooth academic transition.

The Bihar School Examination Board is expected to announce the Class 12 results soon, followed by Class 10 results by the end of March. Final preparations, including topper verification, are underway in Patna. Students can check their results on official websites or via SMS using Roll Code and Roll Number. A minimum of 33 per cent marks is required to pass. Rechecking and compartmental examination options will be available after the results are declared.

KVS admission 2026: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan is expected to release the admission notification for the 202627 academic session soon on its official website. The notice will cover admissions for Classes 1 to 9 and 11, detailing eligibility criteria, application procedures, and reservation policies. Class 1 admissions are likely to be conducted online, while admissions to higher classes will depend on vacancies. Parents are advised to check updates regularly for schedules, instructions, an

NCERT has removed a controversial map from a Class 8 Social Science textbook that depicted Jaisalmer as part of the Maratha Empire after strong objections from historians and former royal families in Rajasthan. The episode has revived wider questions about how history is represented in school textbooks and the responsibility of academic institutions to ensure accuracy and sensitivity.

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has clarified that the GATE 2026 final answer key has not yet been released, dismissing reports claiming otherwise. Candidates have been advised to rely only on official updates on the GATE portals. The result is expected on March 19, while earlier provisional keys and response sheets had been released for objections.

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences has released the BSc Nursing result 2026 through its EMS examination portal. Students can access their marksheets online by entering their registration number on the official website. The EMS results include subject-wise marks, total scores and final result status. Candidates are advised to verify all personal and academic details carefully after downloading the marksheet. The university has made results available for multiple undergraduate health scien

The University of Florida has deactivated its College Republicans chapter following reports of antisemitic behavior by some members. This action, taken by the Florida Federation of College Republicans, highlights a growing trend of universities cracking down on student political groups for misconduct. Similar concerns have also surfaced at Florida International University, underscoring a commitment to inclusive campus environments.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the NEET SS 2025 round 1 seat allotment results for super-speciality medical admissions. A total of 6,035 seats for DM, MCh, and DrNB programs have been allocated. Candidates must report to their allotted colleges between March 19 and March 25, 2026, to complete admission formalities.

Central Sanskrit University has announced 144 non-teaching vacancies for administrative and technical roles. Positions include Section Officer, Assistant, Technical Assistant, LDC, and MTS. Applications will be accepted online via the university's official website. Specific educational qualifications and age limits apply to each post. Interested candidates should review the detailed notification before applying.

The Bihar School Examination Board has commenced topper verification for Class 10 and 12 examinations, signaling that results are imminent. Students with top marks are being contacted for interviews and handwriting verification at the board headquarters. Results for both Matric and Intermediate exams are anticipated in the third or fourth week of March.

The Delhi High Court is expected to release the Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA) admit card 2026 on its official website ahead of the examination. The hall ticket will carry crucial details such as exam date, timing, centre and candidate information. Aspirants must download and verify the admit card carefully, as entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without it.

Asmita NXT, an initiative by Rotary Bibwewadi supported by HG Foundation and Serrala, has enabled 20 girls from economically weaker sections to secure jobs after completing a six-month AI training program at PICT in Pune. The program provided free laptops, industry training, and hands-on experience. Many participants received job offers from leading companies with salaries ranging from ?58 lakh annually, significantly transforming their skills, confidence, and career prospects.

The CTET February 2026 final answer key and results are expected soon from CBSE. Following the release of the provisional answer key and the objection window, subject experts are reviewing challenges. The final answer key will be released in mid-to-late March 2026, with results likely by the last week of the month.

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University has announced results for B.Arch and B.Tech examinations held in November-December 2025. Students can access their semester results, including B.Arch S1, S3, S5, S9 and B.Tech Semester 3 (Part-Time) under the 2019 and 2021 schemes, via the Student Login portal.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has released the exam city slip for the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) 11 Tier I CBT scheduled for March 23, 2026. Candidates can now check their allotted exam cities on the official portal, while the admit cardcontaining centre details and reporting instructionsis expected to be issued shortly.

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has released the JNVST Class 6 Result 2026 for summer-bound Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. Students who appeared in the Phase 1 entrance exam held in December 2025 can now check their qualifying status online. The selection list marks the next stage of the admission process, with shortlisted candidates required to complete document verification.

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has opened admissions for the 24th cohort of its General Management Programme, targeting mid-to-senior professionals across regions including the Middle East, Europe and South Asia. The eight-month course, approved by KHDA Dubai, combines blended learning, case-based pedagogy and campus immersion in Dubai and Ahmedabad. It focuses on leadership, digital transformation and strategic decision-making, reflecting growing global demand for structured execu

AISSMS IOIT hosted its annual festival Alacrity 2026 in Pune, attracting over 3,500 students for a three-day celebration of culture, sports, and technology. The event featured competitions, technical challenges, and international participation from Japan, promoting cross-cultural exchange. Actress Prarthana Behere and industry expert Rajesh Madhai attended as chief guests. The festival highlighted holistic student development and concluded successfully under the institutes leadership and coordin

The Indian Institute of Science has introduced an online course on machine learning for 6G wireless communication under its CCE programme. Running from May to July 2026, the course covers AI-driven communication systems, Python, and advanced wireless technologies aligned with 3GPP standards. Designed for students and professionals, it includes evening classes, technical modules, and certification upon completion, aiming to build expertise in emerging 6G and AI-integrated communication frameworks