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A technical glitch disrupted the CUET (UG) 2026 examination on Saturday, causing delays and prompting the NTA to offer a rescheduled test for over 3,700 candidates who left before the exam resumed. The agency apologized for the disruption and is investigating the root cause with the technical service provider, TCS iON.
A viral video allegedly shows widespread cheating during a government computer-based exam, with candidates reportedly using mobile phones and AI tools. This incident fuels existing concerns about the integrity of recruitment and entrance tests in India, following recent controversies like the NEET paper leak and CUET technical glitches.
HPBOSE has extended the application deadline for Class 10 and 12 compartment and improvement exams. Students can now submit forms without a late fee until June 5, 2026, and with a Rs 1,000 late fee until June 10, 2026. These revised dates apply to various improvement and compartment categories for both classes
Karnataka's SSLC results have soared, with a consolidated pass percentage of 93.1% this year. A remarkable 98% of regular fresh students passed, setting a new record. Over 1 lakh students appeared for the second SSLC, and many improved their scores significantly. Girls outperformed boys, and English medium students achieved the highest pass rates.
MAH MBA CET 2026 first attempt results are out. Candidates can check their scores on the official CET Cell website. This exam is key for admission to top MBA and MMS programs in Maharashtra. Over 350 institutes accept these scores. The Centralised Admission Process is expected to start soon.
AICTE has opened applications for its Industry Fellowship Programme 2026, offering faculty one year of industry immersion in high-growth sectors. Selected fellows will receive Rs 1 lakh monthly, with AICTE contributing Rs 75,000 and industry partners Rs 25,000. Applications are open until June 25, 2026.
The JEECUP has released admit cards for UPJEE Polytechnic 2026, with the examination now scheduled from June 2 to June 9. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official portal and must verify all details. The CBT exam will feature objective-type questions with a negative marking scheme. Candidates can check the direct link to download hall tickets here.
A Class 12 student's viral blog scrutinizing CBSE's On-Screen Marking tender has ignited a political storm. Sarthak Sidhant's analysis of tender document changes suggests potential favoritism towards Coempt Eduteck, the contract winner. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, are demanding an independent judicial inquiry into the process, questioning transparency and fairness.
The Telangana Open School Society (TOSS) has officially announced the SSC (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) Public examination results for 2026 on its website, telanganaopenschool.org. Students who appeared for these flexible learning examinations can now access and download their marks memos by entering their hall ticket details. Candidates can check the direct link to download hall tickets here.
CSIR-CEERI, Pilani, is recruiting for 22 technical positions, including Technical Officer and Technician (1) roles. Engineering and science graduates with specific degrees and a minimum of 55% marks are eligible. Applications are being accepted online until June 20, 2026.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has released the JENPAS UG admit card 2026 on its official website. Candidates can now download their hall tickets online, which are essential for entry into the examination hall. The admit card contains crucial details about the exam, including timings and center. Remember to carry a printed copy.
COMEDK UGET 2026 counselling registration is now open for engineering and architecture admissions. Students who cleared the exam must register online and verify documents. Over 150 colleges in Karnataka will participate. Candidates can choose preferred colleges and courses. Seat allotment will occur in multiple rounds. Students must pay the total fee after securing a seat
DBRANLU Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Devinder Singh addressed the International Association of Forensic Sciences in Bulgaria. He presented on India's Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022, highlighting its modernization of forensic investigation with advanced biometrics. Prof. Singh emphasized aligning technology with constitutional safeguards for a robust justice system. Check details here.
The Telangana Open School Society (TOSS) will announce SSC and Intermediate public examination results today, May 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Students can check their scores online at telanganaopenschool.org shortly after the official declaration by entering their hall ticket details. The online marks memo will include subject-wise marks, total marks, grades, and qualifying status.
CUET UG 2026 experienced delays at some centers on Saturday due to a technical glitch reported by TCS, the examination conducting agency. The National Testing Agency confirmed the issue is resolved and compensatory time is being provided to candidates. The afternoon session schedule was revised, with reporting time shifted to 2:30 pm and the exam starting at 4:00 pm.
The Telangana Department of School Education has released the TS DEECET 2026 results today, May 30. Candidates can now download their rank cards from the official website using their roll number and date of birth. The exam was held on May 21-22, with a preliminary answer key released earlier. Qualified candidates will participate in counselling starting June 1.
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released the Class 10 and Class 12 supplementary examination results for 2026 on its official website. This announcement concludes the board's supplementary exam program for the academic year, allowing students who took the exams to improve their grades to check their performance. Check complete details here.
Uttar Pradesh TGT admit cards for 2026 are expected today, May 30, from UPESSC. The exams are scheduled for June 3 and 4 across 36 districts. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their registration details. Exam city information is already available to help candidates plan their travel for the recruitment drive that saw over 8.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University's extended online application window for admissions closes today, May 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Prospective students must apply online, uploading necessary documents and test scores. Admissions are based on national tests and qualifying merit, with registrations needing completion to avoid last-minute issues.
Mumbai University will release the Second Merit List 2026 on May 30, opening the next phase of undergraduate admissions. Selected candidates must complete document verification and fee payment between June 1 and June 3 to secure their seats. The university will publish the third merit list on June 4 for candidates awaiting admission in subsequent rounds.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has begun the recruitment process for 899 vacancies, including Electrician and several other posts. Candidates can submit applications online until July 4, 2026. The selection process includes a written examination, Physical Efficiency Test, Trade Test, and medical examination, with final merit determined by written exam performance.
Maharashtra's Class 11 admissions are underway with the release of the FYJC Merit List 2026. Over 20 lakh seats are available, with CAP Round 1 and Quota Admissions open until June 3rd. Students must complete admission formalities promptly to secure their allocated seats. Visit mahafyjcadmissions.in for details. Candidates can check the complete details here.
The Supreme Court mandated that in-service teachers must pass the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) to continue their employment, extending the deadline to August 31, 2028. Dismissing review petitions, the bench emphasized the RTE Act's intent for all teachers to meet minimum qualifications, prioritizing children's educational future.
Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Paramedical Score Card 2026 along with CEN 03/2025 result and category-wise cut off marks on 29 May 2026. Candidates who appeared in the CBT held on 11, 12 and 13 March 2026 can check marks and qualifying status through regional RRB websites. The recruitment drive covers 434 vacancies across paramedical posts including Nursing Superintendent, Pharmacist Grade III and Lab Assistant Grade II. Score cards available online login credentials required.
UPSC Chairman Ajay Kumar acknowledged the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 was challenging for many aspirants. He released the provisional answer key, stating answers are based on standard sources like textbooks and government websites. Candidates can raise objections via the QPrep Portal to ensure transparency and fairness in the examination process.
HP D.El.Ed CET 2026: The Himachal Pradesh School Education Board (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, has rescheduled the D.El.Ed. Common Entrance Test (CET)-2026. Originally planned for May 31, 2026, the examination was postponed due to administrative reasons. According to Board Chairman Dr. Rajesh Sharma, the exam will now be conducted on June 17, 2026. He confirmed that all previously issued rules and conditions remain unchanged and advised candidates to regularly check the official website for the latest
The Railway Recruitment Board has released the RRB Technician Grade 3 Result 2026 on 29 May 2026 for CEN 02/2025. Around 15 lakh candidates who appeared for the CBT held in March can now access zone wise merit lists and scorecards through official RRB portals. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to Document Verification and medical examination. Results have been published region wise, with separate PDFs issued by all participating RRB zones across India.
The Maharashtra State CET Cell has released the final answer key for the MAH MBA CET 2026 second attempt exam held on May 9. Candidates can now access their response sheets on the official website to estimate scores. Two objections were validated, leading to revisions in the key, which will impact final merit lists for MBA admissions
The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) has postponed the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) 2025, earlier scheduled for June 1314, 2026, citing administrative reasons. As per Chairman Shankar Lal Dhupad, the examination will now be conducted on July 45, 2026 across Haryana. Candidates have been advised to visit the official website bseh.org.in regularly for updates. The decision aims to ensure smooth conduct and proper arrangements for the state-level eligibility examination for teach
Britain faces a lost generation risk as nearly a million young people are jobless, out of school, or training. This alarming trend, with youth unemployment at its highest since 2014, could see 1.25 million young Britons excluded by 2031. A government review highlights systemic failures, not youth shortcomings, in providing entry-level opportunities.
CBSE is planning a major reform to deliver scanned copies of evaluated answer sheets directly to students via DigiLocker along with marksheets and certificates. The move aims to enhance transparency and reduce disputes by removing the need for separate applications for verification and re-evaluation. Triggered by recent OSM-related complaints over blurred or incomplete scans, the proposal is under technical review and may be implemented in phases from the 2027 board examination cycle onward, if
The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka has declared the COMEDK UGET Result 2026 on its official website. Candidates can now download their scorecards and rank cards online. The result announcement has started the admission process for engineering colleges across Karnataka, while the online counselling procedure is expected to begin in June.
Rahul Gandhi has intensified the controversy over CBSEs On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, alleging that tender norms were repeatedly relaxed to help COEMPT secure the contract. He questioned changes in scanning standards, certification requirements and penalty clauses after earlier bidding rounds failed. The row follows widespread student complaints about blurred scans, missing pages and portal glitches during Class 12 re-evaluation. CBSE denied favouritism, saying all procedures followed governme
The CBSE has extended its Class 12 post-result verification and re-evaluation portal to June 1, 2026, due to technical glitches and evaluation concerns. This delay aims to ensure a smooth and error-free process for students seeking mark verification, photocopies, and re-evaluation services after recent system disruptions. Check important details here.
The Rajasthan University Law Entrance Test (RULET) 2026 results are anticipated to be released soon on uniraj.ac.in. Students who appeared for the entrance exam for the BA LLB program can expect to access their scorecards by logging in with their credentials. Candidates can check the complete details of the RULET result 2026.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will close the scrutiny application process for Class 10 and Class 12 special and compartment examination answer sheets on May 29, 2026. Students dissatisfied with their marks can apply online for re-checking by paying Rs 120 per subject through the official scrutiny portals before the deadline ends.
The COMEDK UGET Result 2026 has been rescheduled for release at 6 pm on Thursday, May 29, instead of the earlier 4 pm. Candidates can download their scorecards and rank cards from the official website, comedk.org, following the examination conducted on May 9. The counselling process is anticipated to commence in June.
TG ECET 2026 results: The Telangana Council of Higher Education released the TG ECET 2026 results and rank cards on May 29, 2026, at 3:30 PM through the official portal. Conducted by Osmania University, the examination enables lateral entry admissions into B.Tech and B.Pharmacy courses. Candidates can download their rank cards using their login credentials. Applicants must secure at least 50 marks out of 200 to qualify. The counselling schedule for admissions is expected to be announced in June
BSEB Sakashmta Pariksha Admit Card 2026: Bihar School Examination Board has released the Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the CTT (Pancham) examination scheduled from June 05 to June 08, 2026. The examination will be conducted in CBT mode across Bihar. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their Application Number and Date of Birth. BSEB has instructed candidates to carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID t
AP High Court Answer Key 2026 has been released on the official website, aphc.gov.in, for candidates who appeared in the CBT examinations conducted from May 23 to May 25, 2026. Along with the provisional answer key, the High Court has also published response sheets for various posts under the recruitment drive for 300 vacancies. Candidates can calculate expected scores using the marking scheme and also raise objections against any discrepancies by submitting supporting documents through the offi
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has released the TG ICET 2026 preliminary answer key and response sheets for MBA and MCA entrance exam candidates. Students can now check their recorded responses, estimate scores, and raise objections online until June 1. The final answer key and TG ICET 2026 results are expected to be announced on June 12.
The Supreme Court expressed deep concern over the NEET paper leak, calling it raumatic for students and families and emphasizing the need for accountability. The bench stressed that youngsters should not be disappointed by repeated examination lapses. The government assured the court that Prime Minister Modi is personally monitoring developments to ensure no shortcomings.
University of Calcutta has released the results of B.A. and B.Sc. Semester III Examinations, 2025 under CCF and CBCS frameworks on May 29, 2026. Results were made available online from 2:00 p.m. through official portals. Candidates must enter a 12-digit roll number without hyphen to access scorecards. Multiple websites host the results. College-wise gazette and grade cards will be distributed to affiliated colleges as per scheduled notification for administrative records and academic process com
Bihar Public Service Commission's 72nd Combined Competitive Examination for 1186 government posts is now open for applications. Graduates can apply online until May 31, 2026. This major state recruitment drive covers administrative, police, and revenue services. The preliminary exam features 150 objective questions with negative marking, followed by a mains examination for successful candidates.
The National Testing Agency is implementing significant security and structural changes for the NEET UG 2026 re-exam. These reforms follow the paper leak that led to the cancellation of the earlier test. Stricter safeguards, including advanced CCTV monitoring and biometric verification, will be in place. New committees and senior posts have been created to enhance examination management and security.
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old Indian-origin student from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee after a dramatic spell-off against Ishaan Gupta of New Jersey. The contest featured 18 rounds over three days and ended in a rapid 90-second tiebreaker where Shrey spelled 32 words correctly. His victory continues a strong Indian-origin presence in the competition. The final, held in Washington DC, tested speed, accuracy, and composure under pressure.
The Indian Navy has released the INCET Answer Key 2026 for the Civilian Entrance Test (INCET) 01/2025 recruitment examination. Candidates can access the provisional answer key and master question paper on the official website, joinindiannavy.gov.in, to raise objections. The objection window is open from May 29 to June 11, 2026, with a fee of Rs 100 per objection
AP SBTET Diploma Results 2026: The AP SBTET has released the 2026 diploma examination results for C23, C20, C16, C14 engineering schemes and ER-91, ER-2020 pharmacy regulations on May 29. Students can access provisional marksheets online through the official AP SBTET portal and other education websites using their PIN or Hall Ticket number. The results cover multiple semesters, including supplementary exams. The board will soon issue original marks memos and announce details regarding recounting
TGSWREIS is expected to release the TGSWRJC CET 2026 results by the end of May or early June after completing OMR sheet evaluation. The entrance exam, held on May 15, 2026, determines admissions into intermediate first-year courses in Telangana social welfare residential junior colleges. Top-ranking students will secure seats in prestigious Centers of Excellence offering JEE Main, NEET, and EAPCET coaching. Shortlisted candidates must attend certificate verification with required original docume

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