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Delhi University has commenced registrations for one-year postgraduate courses and MSc programmes for the 2026 academic session. Applications for the one-year PG courses are open to DU graduates under the UGCF 2022. Meanwhile, the university has also released updates on undergraduate admissions, with the CSAS UG 2026 first allocation list due July 16. Seat acceptance for BTech admissions is required by July 8.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has started TS LAWCET 2026 Phase I counselling today, July 5, 2026, with the online registration and certificate verification link now active for eligible candidates. The registration process will continue until July 10. Special category certificate verification is scheduled from July 6 to July 9, while web option entry will begin on July 16. Phase I seat allotment will be announced on July 24, followed by college reporting.

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) will close the online application process for the CET Group D Recruitment 2026 today, July 5, 2026. The recruitment drive covers approximately 8,000 Group D posts for candidates who have passed Class 10. Applicants can pay the application fee until July 8, while the correction window will remain open from July 9 to July 11. Selection will be based on the CET score, followed by document verification and medical examination.

The Reserve Bank of India's application window for Young Professionals closes tomorrow, July 6, 2026. These contractual roles, based in Mumbai, focus on cutting-edge areas like AI, quantum technology, and climate risk. Selected candidates will receive a Rs 1.5 lakh monthly stipend for a three-year term, with potential extensions. Applicants need postgraduate degrees or relevant professional experience. Don't miss this chance to join the RBI.

Bihar UGEAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results are out on bcece.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can check their status using JEE Main 2026 ranks and filled choices. Those allotted seats must complete admission formalities, including fee payment and document verification, between July 7 and July 9, 2026. Round 2 results are expected on July 17, with a mop-up round to follow if vacancies persist.

A viral social media post tells the story of Vivek Sharma, an IIT Bombay Computer Science gold medallist who reportedly declined a $240,000 (around Rs 2.9 crore) job in San Francisco to care for his ailing parents. He stayed in Kanpur, helped run his family's grocery store, taught coding to underprivileged children and continued freelance software work. While the claims remain unverified, the story has sparked widespread discussion about balancing career ambitions, family responsibilities and pe

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the 2nd Grade Teacher exam city intimation slip for the written examination scheduled from July 12 to July 18, 2026. The recruitment drive covers 9,651 Second Grade Teacher (Senior Teacher)/TGT vacancies after the post count was increased from 6,500. Candidates can check their allotted exam city ahead of the admit card release. The selection process includes a written examination, document verification and a medical examination.

Aspiring candidates for the Karnataka Police Civil Constable Recruitment 2026 now have until July 8, 2026, to submit their applications. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has extended the deadline for the 3,395 vacancies, also revising the application correction window. Eligibility requires Second PUC or equivalent, along with meeting age and other criteria. The selection involves a written exam, physical tests, and document verification.

The UGC has issued comprehensive pedagogical guidelines to help higher education institutions create a more inclusive learning environment for Divyangjan students and persons with specific learning disabilities. The recommendations extend beyond physical accessibility to include flexible curricula, accessible study materials, diverse teaching methods, disability-specific classroom support, examination reforms, assistive technologies, mentorship, and campus-wide inclusion measures. Universities a

BSUSC has started the online application process for 3,687 contractual Assistant Professor posts across 10 state universities and 211 Rajkiya Degree Colleges in Bihar. Applications can be submitted through the HED Bihar Samarth portal until July 15, 2026, without any application fee. The recruitment covers six arts and humanities subjects. Eligible candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualifications, age criteria and examination requirements. Interviews, merit list publication and fin

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has told the Kerala High Court that MBBS fees can be charged only for the prescribed four-and-a-half years of academic study, arguing that colleges cannot levy tuition beyond the notified course duration. The submission came in response to a petition by the Kerala Private Medical College Management Association. The Commission relied on the NMC Act, CBME Guidelines and previous court rulings to support its stand on MBBS fee collection.

The online application process for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 closes today, July 5, 2026, for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. Eligible unmarried Indian male candidates with the required Class 10 qualification and AICTE-recognised engineering diploma can apply online. The recruitment process includes INET 2/2026, the Physical Fitness Test, a written examination and medical examination. The notification also specifies batch-wise age criteria, application fee and the comple

RRB CEN 08/2025 exam city slip: The Railway Recruitment Board has released the exam city intimation slip for the Ministerial and Isolated Category recruitment under CEN 08/2025 for 311 vacancies. Registered candidates can check their allotted examination city through the official portal ahead of the written examination scheduled for July 14 and 15, 2026. The recruitment covers seven posts with varying educational qualifications. The selection process includes CBT-I, CBT-II, a skill test where ap

The NIELIT O Level admit card for the July 2026 examination cycle has been released on the official student portal. Candidates can download their theory and practical hall tickets using their application or registration details and date of birth. The theory examination will begin on July 11, 2026, followed by practical examinations from August 08, 2026. The admit card includes examination shift, batch allocation and test centre details, while candidates must also follow the prescribed exam-day g

TG EAPCET 2026 mock seat allotment results are out on tgeapcet.nic.in, offering candidates a preview of their admission chances. A crucial web option editing window remains open until July 7, allowing adjustments to college and course preferences. The first phase provisional seat allotment is expected by July 10, with admissions confirmed through fee payment and self-reporting by July 14.

Aspiring nurses can now download their MP PNST 2026 admit cards, released on July 4th. The entrance exam for the BSc Nursing program is scheduled for July 10th. Candidates must carry a printed hall ticket and valid photo ID to the online examination. Verify all details on the admit card promptly to avoid issues on exam day.

A viral video of a 12-year-old boy criticizing the delay in summer vacation announcements in Kashmir has prompted action from the Child Welfare Committee. The committee ordered the removal of the video and an FIR, citing lack of parental consent. Kashmir's chief cleric also voiced concerns about minors' social media exposure, sparking debate on children's rights and online presence.

AIIMS has released the BSc Nursing 2026 entrance exam results, allowing candidates to download scorecards and the merit list from aiimsexams.ac.in. Qualified students can now prepare for the upcoming online counselling process, with AIIMS, New Delhi, set to announce the detailed schedule shortly. Aspiring nurses are urged to regularly check the official website for crucial updates regarding seat allocation.

A Stanford student's surprisingly low JEE score of 15% contrasted with his admission to Caltech, Princeton, and Stanford highlights India's intense engineering competition. While US universities consider diverse factors, the JEE primarily tests exam performance. This disparity underscores the vast talent pool in India, with the student emphasizing the scale of technical competition over individual academic journeys.

The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has declared the Gujarat TAT-S Preliminary Examination Result 2026 on its official portal. Candidates can access their scorecards using their confirmation number or seat number and date of birth. The board has also issued revised final answer key updates for the Gujarati Medium Common Paper and the Science and Mathematics paper. The result follows the completion of the objection process, with qualified candidates set to appear for the TAT-S Mains Exami

NCVT ITI CBT Exam Admit Card 2026: The NCVT ITI CBT Exam Admit Card 2026 has been released online for eligible trainees appearing in the AITT CTS examination. Issued by the Directorate General of Training under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the hall ticket is available through the official portal. Candidates must download, verify and print the admit card before the examination. The document is mandatory for entry to the examination centre and contains important candidat

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has extended the application deadline for the CET Group D 2026 posts to July 5. Candidates must submit their applications by 11:59 PM on the official website, hssc.gov.in. A correction window will be open from July 9 to July 11. No further opportunities to apply or edit will be granted after these dates, so prompt submission is crucial.

The State Bank of India has released the interview admit cards for the recruitment of 2,050 Circle Based Officer posts. Candidates who cleared the written examination can now download their hall tickets using their login credentials through the SBI CBO recruitment portal. The written examination results were declared on June 30, 2026, and interviews are tentatively scheduled to begin from July 13, 2026. Candidates should carry the admit card and required documents for the interview.

Mumbai faces a red alert with extremely heavy rainfall expected Saturday, July 4. Schools and colleges are closed for the afternoon session as a precaution. Residents are urged to stay indoors due to intense showers, gusty winds up to 60 kmph, and a high tide warning. Authorities advise avoiding travel and monitoring official updates.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) organised the Active CISCE regional workshop in Lucknow, bringing together nearly 320 Coaches, Physical Education Teachers and Sports Coordinators from across Uttar Pradesh. The programme focused on preparing schools for the 202627 academic session through training on fitness assessment and implementation. CISCE also shared participation data from the 202526 session, highlighting enrolment, assessment completion rates and the nat

Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued a crucial notice for UGCET 2026 applicants. Students whose Class 12 marks were revised post-revaluation must submit updated marks cards in person at the KEA office in Malleswaram, Bengaluru, between July 4-6, 2026. Revised scores will be verified via DigiLocker before rank updates. The KEA office will be open on Sunday, July 5, to facilitate submissions.

Aspiring MBA students, mark your calendars! The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 registration is set to commence soon on iimcat.ac.in, with applications opening in August 2026. Eligibility requires a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). The exam, featuring Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation, and Quantitative Ability, is crucial for admission to top IIMs and other business schools nationwide. Stay tuned for the official notification.

JNTU Anantapur has opened registrations for AP ECET 2026 counselling, allowing eligible candidates with at least 25% marks to apply online until July 14. The process includes fee payment, certificate verification, and web option entry, with Round 1 seat allotment results expected on July 20. Classes are scheduled to commence on July 22. Candidates are urged to prepare necessary documents for a smooth application.

UP Board has announced the schedule for Class 10 and 12 compartment and improvement exams on July 28, 2026. High School exams run from 8:30 am to 11:45 am, while Intermediate exams are from 2 pm to 5:15 pm. Students must arrive 45 minutes early. Strict rules are in place, including a ban on electronic devices. Principals will distribute admit cards after downloading and countersigning them.

Prof. Dheeraj P. Sharma, Director of IIM Rohtak, received the AGBA 2026 Distinguished Innovative Academic Leader Award at the 22nd AGBA World Congress in Kuala Lumpur, recognising his contributions to business education, research and academic leadership. The event also marked the international launch of his book, Understanding Indian Youth: The Gen Z Propensities. In his keynote address, he highlighted Generation Zs evolving aspirations and the need to understand younger generations in a rapidly

Aspiring engineers can now apply for UPESEAT 2026, the gateway to BTech programs at UPES. The online application window is open until July 15, 2026. Exams are held online every Saturday, offering flexibility. General BTech admissions require 50% in Class 10 and 12 (PCM), while Mathematics and Computing programs demand 70%. Visit the UPES website to apply.

AIIMS is set to announce the BSc (Hons.) Nursing Result 2026 today, July 4, 2026, on its official examination portal. Candidates will be able to access the merit list PDF and download their individual scorecards using their login credentials. The result will include rank, percentile, qualifying status and counselling eligibility. Qualified candidates will proceed to the admission process, including counselling registration, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment and final admission a

HTET 2026 begins with the Level-3 (PGT) examination as the Board of School Education Haryana has issued detailed exam day guidelines for candidates. The instructions cover reporting time, entry deadlines, documents to carry, dress code and prohibited items inside examination centres. More than 2.33 lakh candidates will appear across PGT, TGT and PRT levels. Authorities have also put in place security checks, CCTV surveillance, emergency support, police assistance and additional transport arrange

A viral Reddit post by a 39-year-old professional earning over Rs 2.2 crore annually highlights how financial independence, rather than wealth itself, transformed his life. Growing up in a troubled household, he viewed education as an escape, eventually studying at BITS Pilani and building a successful global career. Despite his financial success, he says his greatest achievement is providing his children with a peaceful, secure home, proving that independence can create lasting happiness and br

The Goa Institute of Management (GIM) concluded a five-day Academic Leadership Programme for principals of over 40 Delhi University colleges to discuss the future of higher education. The programme focused on institutional leadership, AI in education, NEP 2020, governance, digital transformation and learner-centred approaches. Academic leaders also deliberated on key challenges such as declining admissions, student employability, classroom attendance and infrastructure funding while sharing stra

The Jananayak Chandrashekhar University has declared final semester undergraduate and postgraduate results online for multiple programmes including NEP courses. Students can download provisional marksheets using roll numbers from the official portal. Results include MSc Agriculture, MA, BCA, BSc, BCom, and other professional courses across arts, science, commerce, and agriculture streams. Links were released in phases and correction options are available for errors in student details. The offici

SSB HC Ministerial 2020 admit card 2026 has been released by Sashastra Seema Bal for Computer Based Test scheduled on 07 July 2026. Candidates can download hall ticket from official recruitment portal using login credentials. Admit card contains exam centre, timing and instructions. Recruitment covers 115 posts with selection through PET, PST, CBT, skill test, document verification and medical examination. Candidates must carry printed admit card and valid ID proof to the exam centre, failing wh

The World University of Design (WUD) has introduced two theatre programmes in India for the 202627 academic session, including a four-year Bachelor of Performing Arts (Honours) in Theatre and a two-year Master of Performing Arts in Theatre. The courses are designed to prepare students for careers in theatre, film, television, OTT platforms and digital media. The curriculum combines performance training, interdisciplinary learning and practical exposure aligned with Indias expanding creative econ

LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) has declared the Junior Assistant Result 2026 for the written examination conducted for 180 vacancies. Candidates can check and download their results through the official website. Those who qualify will proceed to the interview, document verification and medical examination stages. The recruitment process includes eligibility criteria of 21 to 30 years of age and a graduate degree with at least 55 per cent marks. Applicants should regularly check the offici

As per media reports, the Telangana government has approved the direct recruitment of 5,000 police personnel across multiple cadres. The recruitment will be conducted by the Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board after receiving cadre-wise vacancy details, roster points and eligibility criteria from the home department and the Director General of Police. The approved vacancies include sub-inspectors, assistant sub-inspectors, civil and Armed Reserve constables, besides driver and mechani

JKBOPEE has opened the JKCET 2026 Round 3 mop-up counselling from July 3 to July 5 for admissions to BE and BTech programmes across engineering colleges in Jammu and Kashmir. The round seeks to fill vacant seats left after earlier counselling phases, while allowing eligible candidates to secure fresh allotments or seek upgrades under the prescribed admission rules.

The Cochin University of Science and Technology has declared the CUSAT CAT 2026 Round 1 seat allotment for BTech admissions on its official portal. Candidates can check their allotment using their login credentials and must confirm their admission by paying the prescribed fee within the deadline, failing which the allotted seat will be forfeited and offered in subsequent counselling rounds.

The Board of School Education Haryana has issued the HBSE Class 10 and 12 Supplementary Admit Card 2026 on its official portal. Students appearing for the compartment examinations must download and verify their hall tickets before the exams, scheduled from July 9 to July 18. The admit card is compulsory for entry into the examination centre.

The Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training (DECT), Assam has released the Assam ITI Round 3 Seat Allotment Result 2026. Candidates can log in to the official admission portal to download their allotment letters and review their admission details. Those allotted seats must complete the required formalities within the prescribed timeline to secure their admission and avoid cancellation.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key and candidates' response sheets shortly on its official portal. Examinees will be able to estimate their probable scores, while those disputing any answer can submit online objections by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question within the prescribed timeline.

The Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (CGSSB) has announced the CG PPHT Result 2026 for Pre B.Pharmacy and Pre D.Pharmacy entrance examinations. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official websites using their registered mobile number and password. The board has also released the final answer keys and merit list, while the counselling schedule will be announced separately.

Senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram has been appointed as the new CBSE Chairperson on an additional charge basis while continuing as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs. A 2001-batch AGMUT cadre officer with engineering and industrial management qualifications, he will lead the board until the Centre appoints a regular Chairperson, ensuring continuity in CBSE's functioning.

Eleven-year-old Athvik founded ZOZO Connect, a startup reportedly valued at Rs 25 crore, after identifying the limitations of traditional paper business cards. His NFC-enabled digital business card solution lets users instantly share, update and manage professional information through QR codes, links and analytics. The story highlights how curiosity and problem-solving can drive innovation regardless of age. While the reported valuation remains unverified, Athvik's journey underscores the growin

Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur have launched Indias first practice-oriented four-year Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme, beginning with the academic year starting July 2026. The course combines classroom learning with a two-year field deployment on live cybersecurity projects. Developed to address the shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, the programme covers specialised domains including cloud security, digital forensics, malware ana

Delhi University has launched Phase II of CSAS UG 2026, enabling registered candidates to complete subject mapping and submit programme-college preferences until July 11. Admissions will be based on CUET UG 2026 scores, with the first seat allocation list scheduled for July 16. Applicants have also been advised to carefully arrange and review their preferences before submission.