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The Jharkhand Academic Council, Ranchi announced the Class XI Examination 2026 results after conducting exams across the state. Out of 3,58,533 students who appeared, 3,55,399 were promoted, recording a 99.12 per cent pass rate. Both male and female students showed consistent performance with high success percentages. The results were declared by Chairman Dr. Natwa Hansdak in Ranchi, with officials present, marking the completion of the evaluation process without reported irregularities.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations is likely to announce the ICSE Class 10 Result 2026 by late April, in line with past trends. Around 2.6 lakh students await their scores. Last years pass rate stood at 99.02%. Digitally verified marksheets will be issued online and accepted for admissions nationwide, with physical copies to follow later.

The University of Delhi has opened registrations for a four-week Skill Enhancement Programme for senior administrative officials, scheduled from May 4 to May 29, 2026. Conducted in hybrid mode, the programme requires nomination-based entry. With an April 30 deadline, the initiative aims to strengthen institutional governance and administrative efficiency across universities.

The State Examination Board, Gujarat is expected to release the Gujarat TAT HS 2026 provisional answer key soon after the April 12 preliminary exam. The key will help candidates assess performance and raise objections, if allowed. The exam is part of a two-stage recruitment process, with qualified candidates set to appear for the mains examination in May 2026.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released the Agriculture Supervisor Admit Card 2026 online. Candidates can download it using login credentials. The exam will be held on April 18 in offline mode. With 1,100 vacancies on offer, aspirants must carry the hall ticket and verify all details before appearing for the test.

The Ministry of Railways has released the tentative CBT-1 schedule for CEN 07/2025 NTPC undergraduate posts. Exams will be conducted across multiple dates in May and June. Candidates can access exam city details 10 days prior and download e-call letters four days before the test. Aadhaar-based biometric verification will be mandatory at centres. Applicants must ensure updated and unlocked Aadhaar details. Authorities have advised candidates to rely only on official RRB websites and avoid fraudul

The Central Board of Secondary Education is likely to announce Class 10 results 2026 soon, with DigiLocker signalling an imminent release. Students have been urged to activate accounts in advance and use DigiLocker or the UMANG app to download scorecards smoothly once declared. Check the steps to download the CBSE Class 10th, 12th result 2026.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education will announce the Class 10 results on April 15, 2026, following exams held from February 13 to March 7. Students can access scores via official portals, though heavy traffic may cause disruptions. Alternative platforms like DigiLocker and Times of India may help, but candidates must rely on verified sources.

The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to announce Class 10 results 2026 soon, though no official date has been confirmed despite social media claims. DigiLocker has signalled an imminent release, urging students to activate accounts and create APAAR IDs to access marksheets seamlessly across digital and official platforms.

The Staff Selection Commission has opened applications for Selection Post Phase 14 Recruitment 2026, offering 3,003 vacancies across Group B and C roles. The process, which began on April 13, will close on May 4. With a June exam on the horizon, candidates must complete registration, documentation, and fee payment within the stipulated deadlines.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education will declare the Class 10 results for 2026 on April 15 at 11 AM. Students can access their scores via the official website, DigiLocker, and mobile apps. To download scorecards, candidates must enter their roll and application numbers. Multiple platforms have been enabled to ensure smooth and hassle-free result access.

Barnard College is set to adopt Workday Student, a new system for academic and administrative tasks. This transition aims to streamline operations by consolidating multiple platforms. The college is involving students and faculty in advisory groups to refine the system. This move is part of a larger plan to modernize infrastructure and improve efficiency.

The Delhi CM SHRI School Entrance Test 2026 has been conducted for Class 6 and 9 admissions. Results are expected by April 30. The Class 11 entrance test is scheduled for May 7, with results by May 25. Admissions will be based on merit lists and school allotments. Eligibility requires Delhi residency and prior study in the capital.

The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has issued the provisional answer key for the 2026 Primary Teacher recruitment. Candidates who took the exam between February and April can now download it from the official website to estimate their scores. The board will accept objections before releasing the final answer key and subsequent results for the 1180 vacancies.

The Intelligence Bureau has released the IB MTS 2026 result today, April 13, 2026, making available the list of candidates shortlisted for the Tier 2 examination. The result, published in PDF format on mha.gov.in, follows the January 27, 2026, exam which aimed to fill 362 vacancies. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification and the Tier 2 exam.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has announced the DOST 2026 admissions schedule for undergraduate courses. Phase 1 registration begins April 15, 2026. Admissions are open for various degree programs across affiliated universities. Key dates for all three phases, including seat allotment and self-reporting, are now available. Classes are set to commence on July 1, 2026.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has reopened registration for MHT CET 2026's second attempt from April 15-16, 2026, with a 500 late fee. This provides a final chance for candidates who missed the initial deadline to apply for engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture courses. Applicants must create an APAAR ID via DigiLocker if they haven't already.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released a major recruitment notification for 9,175 Constable posts across various technical and tradesman categories. The online registration process will begin on April 20, 2026, and close on May 19, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through rect.crpf.gov.in. The selection process includes PET, PST, CBT, skill tests, document verification, and medical examination. Application fees vary by category.

Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14 will see schools and colleges shut across many Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Delhi, marking the 135th birth anniversary of the Constitution's architect. This holiday, a gazetted one, precedes a series of regional festivals throughout April and early May, potentially leading to further closures. Students should verify with their institutions.

Quiet vacationing is an emerging workplace trend where employees remain partially connected to work even while on leave, responding to emails and attending meetings without formally disconnecting. Driven by burnout, workload pressure, and remote work flexibility, the practice reflects growing anxiety about taking fully unplugged breaks and returning to overwhelming backlogs.

Bihar Technical Services Commission has issued admit cards for document verification of staff nurse candidates under Advertisement No. 23/2025. The verification will be conducted in two shifts at its Patna office for candidates shortlisted through the Computer Based Test. Applicants must download call letters online and carry original documents along with photocopies. Revised eligibility criteria under updated nursing cadre rules apply. Non-compliance with document requirements, including educat

Indias white-collar job market closed FY26 on a stronger footing, with hiring rising 8% annually and a sharper 9% growth in March, signalling a broad recovery after a subdued year. However, the growth is uneven and increasingly driven by non-IT sectors, AI/ML roles, and selective high-skill demand, reshaping both opportunity and access across Indias workforce landscape.

The Border Roads Organisation has announced 899 vacancies under GREF through Advertisement No. 01/2026. The recruitment covers posts such as Store Keeper Technical, Operator Communication, OEM, Draughtsman, Electrician and Hindi Typist. Applications will be accepted from April 2026 to May 2026 via bro.gov.in. Category-wise and reserved vacancies for ESM and PwBD have been detailed. The selection schedule, including examination dates, will be notified separately on the official website.

Bihar Board has announced the 2026 Matric Special and Compartmental exam dates. Theory papers are scheduled from May 2 to May 6, with practicals on April 29-30. Exams will run in two shifts daily. Students get 15 minutes reading time, and special provisions exist for differently-abled candidates. Strict entry rules apply.

The Intelligence Bureau is expected to release the IB MTS Result 2026 shortly on the Ministry of Home Affairs website, as indicated in the official notice. The examination was conducted for 362 posts, and candidates will be able to download the result PDF to check shortlisted roll numbers. The final answer key will determine the result. Along with the merit list and cut-off marks, qualified candidates will proceed to document verification.

National Overseas Scholarship 2026: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has introduced 125 fully funded overseas scholarships under the National Overseas Scholarship scheme for marginalised communities. The programme supports Masters and PhD studies in top 500 QS ranked universities, covering tuition, travel, and living costs. With 30% reservation for women, eligibility includes academic performance, income limits, and age criteria. Selection is merit based, and candidates must return

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission is set to issue admit cards for the Haryana Police Constable PET/PMT 2026, scheduled for April 15. Shortlisted CET candidates must download hall tickets online. The test marks a key screening stage, with qualifiers advancing to further rounds. Admit cards will include essential details and remain mandatory for entry.

IISER IAT 2026 registration concludes today, April 13. Aspiring students can apply for the IISER Aptitude Test on the official portal. The examination is scheduled for June 7, 2026. This computer-based test assesses candidates in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Successful candidates will receive a rank, but admission is not guaranteed.

The National Testing Agency will close the objection window for the Common University Entrance Test PG 2026 answer key on April 14 at 10 AM. Candidates can challenge responses by paying Rs 200 per question online. After expert review, valid objections will lead to revisions, which will form the basis for final results across all candidates.

Claude Shannon, known as the Father of Information Theory, transformed the modern digital world through his groundbreaking 1937 thesis and 1948 paper that defined how information is measured and transmitted. His work on Boolean logic, cryptography, and entropy laid the foundation for computers, encryption, and AI. From building early learning machines like Theseus to shaping modern machine learning concepts, Shannons ideas continue to power todays technologies, including the internet, mobile com

The Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh is set to announce the Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 soon, with evaluation nearing completion. Exams were held from February 13 to March 7. Students will be able to access their scorecards online using login credentials, with official websites hosting the results and downloadable provisional marksheets.

The Road Safety Hackathon 2026, organised by IIT Madras, invites students and technology enthusiasts to develop AI-driven solutions addressing road safety challenges. Featuring three problem statementsDriveLegal, RoadWatch and RoadSoSthe competition encourages practical innovations in compliance, infrastructure monitoring and emergency response. Open to individuals and teams without qualification barriers, the hackathon offers cash prizes and potential career opportunities. Registrations close o

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board is set to release the Agriculture Supervisor Admit Card 2026 on April 13, with the examination scheduled for April 18 across Rajasthan. Candidates can download their hall tickets via the SSO Rajasthan Portal using login credentials. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,100 posts, and candidates are advised to download admit cards early to avoid last-minute issues.

JEE MAIN 2026 answer key: The National Testing Agency has set April 13, 2026, as the final deadline for candidates to challenge the provisional answer keys for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 2. The objection window closes at 11:50 PM, with submissions accepted only through online mode along with a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question. Conducted across India and abroad, the examination results will be prepared based on revised final answer keys after expert review of valid challenges.

DSSSB PRT answer key 2026: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board has concluded the DSSSB PRT 2026 examinations conducted between February and April across multiple phases. The recruitment drive offers 1180 Primary Teacher vacancies under the Directorate of Education and NDMC. Candidates are now awaiting the release of the answer key for score assessment. The salary ranges from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,24,000. Preparation resources included syllabus guidelines, mock tests, and previous year p

The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council is likely to announce the Assam HS Result 2026 next week, with evaluation nearly complete. Over 3 lakh students await the outcome. Last year saw steady pass rates across streams, led by Science. Results will be available on official websites, and students must use their login credentials to access marksheets.

Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited has announced recruitment for 188 Chemical Operator Trainee posts, with applications open from April 11 to April 27, 2026. Candidates with a B.Sc. and relevant diploma can apply online. The upper age limit is 35 years. While a 700 fee applies to General category applicants, reserved categories are exempted.

NEET admit card: The National Testing Agency has released the exam city intimation slip for NEET UG 2026, allowing candidates to check their allotted examination city in advance. The exam will be conducted on May 3, 2026, in pen and paper mode across 552 cities in India and 14 abroad. The agency clarified that the slip is not the admit card, which will be issued later, and advised candidates to check official websites for updates.

The Harvard Graduate Student Union-UAW announced a potential strike on April 21 if demands regarding wages, protections for non-citizen workers, and arbitration for harassment cases are not met. Despite Harvard claiming progress, the union cites disappointment and a strong strike authorization vote. Negotiations continue with limited agreements reached so far.

Harvard University is set to launch a new program to teach less common languages. Students will soon be able to take language courses from Yale, Columbia, and Cornell. This initiative aims to boost enrollment and share resources. A pilot program begins in 2026, with full participation planned for 2028. The move addresses financial pressures and aims to enhance language offerings.

A growing policy battle over in-state tuition for undocumented students is reshaping access to higher education across the US. As reported by CNBC, at least 22 states and the District of Columbia still allow Dreamers to pay in-state rates, but several states are rolling back these benefits. The shift is creating financial uncertainty for students already enrolled, with rising tuition costs threatening degree completion. Legal challenges and federal policy changes are further intensifying the deb

IIM Mumbai is launching its inaugural 4-year Bachelor's in Digital Science and Business Management this year, a collaborative effort with IIT Bombay and industry partners. This program aims to equip students with skills at the intersection of technology and business leadership, with a guaranteed 100% placement for the business management aspect.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is closing applications for Class 11 admissions for the 2026-28 academic session on April 18, 2026, via the OFSS portal. Students who have passed Class 10 from any recognized board can apply for Science, Commerce, Arts, and Agriculture streams. Admissions will be merit-based, with a Rs 350 application fee.

South Eastern Coalfields Limited, a Coal India subsidiary, is hiring 1,055 technical staff. Vacancies include Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor, and Assistant Foreman (Electrical). Successful candidates will receive a starting basic pay of 47,330 monthly. Online applications commence on April 15, 2026. This presents a significant opportunity for individuals seeking stable public sector employment in the mining sector.

BRIC-NII PhD admission 2026: BRIC-National Institute of Immunology has invited applications for its PhD programme for Monsoon Session 2026-27, offering interdisciplinary research in immunology, molecular biology, chemical biology, structural biology and computational biology. Eligible candidates must hold a science or medical degree with at least 60 per cent marks and a valid five-year fellowship from UGC, CSIR, ICMR or DBT. Applications open from April 10 to April 30. Offline interviews be held

Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi, has released a recruitment notification for 143 non-teaching posts under Advt No. 01/2025-26. The application process ran from 27 June 2025 to 05 August 2025. The written examination is scheduled for 25 April 2026 in Delhi. Vacancies include MTS, LDC, assistant, section officer and deputy registrar posts with varied qualifications and experience requirements. Selection will include written examination, interview where applicable, document verification and medical exa

Bihar ITI CAT 2026 registration deadline extended! Aspiring students can now apply for admission to various technical and vocational trades in Bihar's Industrial Training Institutes. The official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, is the portal for applications. Key dates for registration, fee payment, and the exam itself have been updated. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

HPRCA teacher recruitment 2026: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has issued Advertisement No. 08/2026 inviting online applications for scheme-based direct recruitment of teachers in CBSE affiliated schools. The Online Recruitment Application (ORA) process will begin on April 17, 2026 and close on May 08, 2026 via hprca.hp.gov.in. Applications will be accepted only online, with no offline submission allowed. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria and follow instructions ca

Darbhanga ITI will host a campus placement drive on April 16, 2026, for recruitment by Motherson Noida, offering over 400 jobs across ITI apprentice and machine operator posts. Eligible candidates include ITI pass-outs, 10th and 12th pass youths, and final year students with NOC. Selected candidates will receive monthly salaries up to Rs 21,360 along with meals and other facilities. The selection process includes document verification, test and interview, with offer letters issued on spot.

Noida International Airport has announced 2,442 vacancies for ground handling roles, including Ground Staff, Cargo Executives and Loaders. The recruitment is open to candidates who have passed Class 10 or Class 12, with freshers eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted online via www.niasjewar.com until June 15, 2026. Salaries range from Rs 15,000 to Rs 35,000 depending on the role, with Loaders reserved for male candidates and no aviation qualification required.