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UPSC has opened the Detailed Application Form submission for Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 qualifiers. Candidates must complete this crucial step by June 28, 2026, to be eligible for the Main Examination. This process allows for detail confirmation, fee payment, and cadre preference selection. Successful DAF submission is mandatory for receiving Main Examination e-Admit Cards, with the Mains scheduled to commence on August 21, 2026.

Leading Indian Institutes of Technology have reportedly instructed students to remove JEE and GATE ranks, scores, and percentiles from their resumes. This directive, stemming from the All IIT Placement Committee, aims for uniformity in upcoming placement and internship cycles. The move has sparked debate online, with some questioning why academic achievements should be concealed, while others express concern over transparency in recruitment processes

AIMA has released the UGAT 2026 results, with candidates able to download scorecards from apps.aima.in/ugat2026/. The scores are crucial for admissions to BBA, BCA, Integrated MBA, and BHM programs. Counselling has commenced, and students must carry essential documents like marksheets and certificates for verification. Participating institutes will determine admission cut-offs independently.

The Bihar Public Service Commission has announced the final results for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination. Thousands of aspirants can now check the official website for the selection list after a rigorous selection process that included mains and interviews. This declaration paves the way for appointments to various government positions, marking a significant achievement for successful candidates

IIT Roorkee researchers have identified antiviral compounds in cow urine distillate, showing significant reduction of Chikungunya virus in lab tests. This study, exploring Ayurveda-inspired therapeutics, has sparked a debate online, pitting traditional practices against modern scientific validation. While supporters hail it as a validation of ancient knowledge, critics question the allocation of resources to such research, especially amidst ongoing government programs supporting indigenous cow p

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced recruitment for 53 Group A, B and C posts, including Deputy Director (Medical), Junior Programmer, Junior Accountant, Stenographer and Junior Assistant. Online applications will open on June 29, 2026, and close on July 20, 2026. Candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 12 to postgraduate medical degrees are eligible. The recruitment examination is tentatively scheduled for September 5 and 6, 2026.

The National Testing Agency clarified a Nagpur NEET-UG candidate's Abu Dhabi test centre allocation, stating it resulted from the candidate's own login during a correction window, not a system error. Despite initial claims of a technical glitch, NTA's records indicated the change was user-initiated. The agency swiftly accommodated the candidate's request to shift the centre back to Nagpur, prioritizing a student-first approach to prevent exam misses.

NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 is scheduled for June 21, with over 22 lakh aspirants expected. The National Testing Agency has implemented strict security, including CCTV surveillance and biometric verification. Candidates must bring a new admit card, original ID, and passport-sized photos. The exam duration is extended to 195 minutes, and a new dress code is in effect. Authorities warn against fake news regarding paper leaks.

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University has extended the ongoing online counselling process for 11 programmes until June 22, with document upload, choice filling and form correction facilities available until June 23. Admissions to select programmes will be based on CLAT PG, CLAT UG and JEE Main scores. The university will also begin offline counselling for nine programmes from June 29. In addition, the first counselling session for the Master of Public Health programme will be held on June 25

Outrage erupted at GMC Bhavnagar after allegations of severe ragging in the Orthopaedics department surfaced. Junior residents reported being forced into humiliating positions, made to stand all night, and subjected to constant surveillance by seniors. CCTV footage and student messages detailed these disturbing incidents. Following an inquiry, the Gujarat health department suspended six students for varying durations and ordered them to vacate hostel rooms, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy ag

Bank of Baroda has announced that the online examination for apprentice recruitment under the Apprentices Act, 1961, will be conducted on June 21, 2026. The test will be organised by BFSI SSC for candidates who successfully submitted applications and paid the required fee. Login credentials and examination instructions will be sent to registered email addresses. The selection process includes an online examination, document verification and a local language test for the state applied for.

National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) Chairman Nitin Gupta emphasized the need for closer collaboration between regulators and the accounting profession to strengthen audit quality and financial reporting in India. Speaking at an ICAI-NFRA workshop in Pune, he highlighted auditors' expanding responsibilities amid digital transformation and AI adoption. Gupta stressed that strong corporate governance, reliable financial reporting, and credible audits are essential for sustaining India's e

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has opened KCET 2026 web option entry today, June 20. Eligible candidates, who have completed document verification and received their verification slip, can now select and rank their preferred colleges and courses. This crucial step determines seat allotment, which considers KCET rank, reservations, and seat availability. Aspirants are urged to enter numerous options and review them carefully before locking, as higher preferences are prioritized.

The Ministry of Educations post highlighting an 11.28% rise in higher education funding for FY 202627 under the Centres 12 Years of Governance campaign sparked mixed reactions on X. While the government showcased increased allocations for IITs, IIMs, and NITs, users questioned its impact on quality, inflation-adjusted growth, and job creation. Critics argued that funding alone is insufficient without reforms, while others called for broader focus on state universities and improved education outc

Gujarat's Health Department has taken swift action against six medical students at Bhavnagar Government Medical College following a ragging inquiry. One student faces a two-year suspension, while others received shorter bans and immediate hostel expulsion. Health Minister Praful Pansheriya emphasized the state's zero-tolerance policy on ragging, vowing to uphold student safety and dignity in all medical institutions.

A heartwarming video capturing a 50-year-old woman returning to college after a 35-year hiatus has captivated social media. The clip shows her confidently heading to an exam, proving that learning knows no age limit. Her inspiring journey, marked by a cheerful demeanor and a message of 'no age for education,' has resonated widely, motivating many to pursue their academic dreams regardless of the time elapsed

MPPSC SSE Mains 2025: MPPSC has released notification for State Services Examination SSE Mains 2025, announcing 158 vacancies for qualified candidates. The online application process will begin on June 25, 2026 and close on July 15, 2026, with correction window from June 30 to July 17, 2026. The mains exam will be held from August 17 to August 22, 2026, and admit cards will be issued on August 10, 2026. Eligible candidates must have cleared prelims and apply online.

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has rescheduled its Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE)-2025, originally set for June 20, 2026, to June 28, 2026. This postponement, affecting posts like Revenue Inspector and ICDS Supervisor, is due to unavoidable circumstances related to the NEET (UG) 2026 examination. Candidates will receive new admit cards by June 24, 2026, with all other recruitment conditions remaining unchanged

Vinita Gupta, an IIT Roorkee alumna, made history as the first woman of Indian origin to take her own Silicon Valley company public in the US. After earning engineering degrees from IIT Roorkee and UCLA, she built a successful career in telecommunications before founding Digital Link Corporation in 1985. Listed on Nasdaq in 1994, the company marked a major milestone in her entrepreneurial journey. Gupta remains an influential investor, mentor and advocate for innovation-driven entrepreneurship.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is facing fresh criticism after reports claimed that a NEET-UG re-examination candidate from Nagpur was mistakenly allotted an examination centre in Abu Dhabi for the June 21 retest. The candidate's admit card reportedly listed Abu Dhabi Indian School as the venue, raising concerns about travel, eligibility and examination logistics. The incident, attributed to an alleged technical glitch, has intensified scrutiny of NTA's examination management, while no offici

Jharkhand TET 2026: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) will close the online application process for JTET 2026 today, June 20, 2026, following an extension of the registration deadline. The state-level eligibility examination is conducted for candidates seeking teaching eligibility for Primary and Upper Primary schools in Jharkhand. The notification was released on March 28, 2026, and applications began on April 21. The examination will be held in offline mode, with the date to be announced la

The BITSAT 2026 Iteration 1 seat allotment result has been released, marking the next stage of the admission process for candidates seeking admission to BITS Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad campuses. Applicants can check their allotment status through the official admission portal using their login credentials. Candidates offered seats must complete fee payment by June 26, 2026. Those not allotted seats in the first round will remain eligible for consideration in subsequent counselling iterations.

MAHE will release the MET 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result on June 20 after 8 PM through its official counselling portal. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging in with their application number and password. The Round 2 cutoff will be published alongside the allotment list. Candidates allotted seats must complete the first instalment fee payment and confirm admission by June 25. Fresh registrations remain available for each counselling round.

India's IAS-led bureaucracy is often compared with the United States, where no UPSC-style examination or IAS equivalent exists. Instead, a new US President can appoint roughly 4,000 political officials, while leadership positions listed in the government's Plum Book number around 8,0009,000. However, administrative continuity is maintained by a permanent federal workforce of more than 20 lakh civilian employees. The article explains how America's two-layered system balances political change with

The Andaman & Nicobar Police has extended the online application deadline for its Group B and Group C Recruitment 2026 to June 25, 2026, and revised vacancies for several posts owing to administrative reasons. The application correction window will remain open until June 27, 2026. While vacancies have been updated, all other recruitment conditions remain unchanged. The original eligibility cut-off date of May 17, 2026, will continue to apply for all candidates.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has released admit cards for the 1,200 Hospital Assistant posts. The exam, scheduled from June 24, 2026, will be conducted online in two shifts. Candidates must have passed Class 10. Download your hall ticket from the official MPESB website and report to the centre with valid ID and admit card. Electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited.

South Eastern Railway's Chakradharpur division is launching a special train, number 68044, between Rourkela and Tatanagar on June 21. This initiative aims to assist candidates appearing for the NEET 2026 examination, ensuring their timely arrival at test centers. The train will make stops at all intermediate stations, prioritizing candidate convenience for the crucial exam day.

Uttar Pradesh Polytechnic entrance exam results are out! JEECUP 2026 scorecards and rank cards are now available on the official website. Candidates can download their results using their application credentials. This crucial information, including marks and rank, will guide the upcoming counselling and admission process for diploma and polytechnic programs across the state. Don't miss checking your performance and preparing for the next steps.

The Staff Selection Commission has announced the Delhi Police Constable (Executive) 2026 results for the Computer-Based Test. Candidates who appeared for the exam held between December 2025 and January 2026 can now check their qualifying status on the official SSC website. Those who have cleared this stage are shortlisted for the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test, a crucial next step in the recruitment for 7,565 vacancies.

IIT Dharwad is recruiting for 12 non-teaching positions, including Assistant Registrar, Junior Superintendent, and Junior Assistant. Applications are open until July 13, 2026. Various pay levels are offered, with specific eligibility and age criteria for each role. A nominal application fee applies to some categories, while others are exempt. Selection involves written tests and interviews.

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has streamlined scholarship applications for SC and OBC students by eliminating the domicile certificate requirement. This move, alongside the launch of the SETU portal on UMANG, aims to simplify access and reduce paperwork for nearly 1.2 crore beneficiaries. These digital reforms are designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and student-friendliness in welfare scheme delivery, promoting greater inclusion.

Registration for the MH CET Law 2026 five-year LLB Centralised Admission Process (CAP) has commenced. Eligible candidates, including those from Maharashtra and outside, can apply for counselling until July 9, 2026. Successful completion of all CAP stages is mandatory for admission. Applicants must upload required documents accurately to ensure a smooth verification process.

The Bombay High Court denied a psychology student's plea to appear for exams despite low attendance due to mental health issues. Justices acknowledged her struggles but emphasized that sympathy cannot override university regulations. The court stated its role is to uphold legality, not rewrite academic rules, finding no exceptional grounds to quash the debarment. Attendance rules were applied uniformly to all students.

NEET UG 2026 re-examination candidates will now receive crucial updates and centre information directly via NTA's official WhatsApp channel (+91 7827980287). A fresh admit card is mandatory for the June 21 exam; old ones are invalid. NTA warns against scams, urging candidates to verify official communications and report suspicious messages to combat fraud.

Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Mains 2026 results are out, with category-wise cut-off marks released by BPSSC. Candidates scoring at or above the cut-off have advanced to the mandatory Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The PET, a qualifying round, includes specific running distances and timings for male and female aspirants. Preparation for this crucial next stage is advised

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has launched the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling registration for engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy admissions. Eligible candidates can now register, pay fees, and book slots for certificate verification. The counselling process, spanning three phases, includes mock allotments, provisional seat allocations, and fee payments, with specific dates for each stage concluding by late July and early August.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has announced the Rajasthan Police SI Result 2026, shortlisting 20,798 candidates for the Physical Efficiency Test. While 20,455 qualifiers are from the Non-TSP category and 343 from TSP areas, 1,744 candidates were disqualified for violating OMR instructions. Shortlisted aspirants can now check their roll numbers through the result PDF available on the official website.

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has declared the Rajasthan Police SI Result 2026 for the written examination conducted for 1,015 Sub Inspector and Platoon Commander posts. Candidates who secured the prescribed qualifying marks have been shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The result PDF contains the roll numbers of provisionally qualified candidates and has been released separately for Scheduled Area and Non-Scheduled Area categories. The recruitment process will c

India's standing in international law has been bolstered with the election of Bimal Patel as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS). A distinguished legal scholar with extensive experience in international law and policy, Patel's appointment underscores India's commitment to multilateralism. His expertise will now contribute to resolving crucial maritime disputes globally.

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) is expected to declare the UP Polytechnic Result 2026 on June 20. Candidates will be able to access their scorecards online using their login credentials. The result will reveal marks, rank and qualifying status, paving the way for the counselling process and subsequent admission to polytechnic institutions across the state.

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has commenced online registration for UP Board Class 10 and 12 examinations in 2027. Schools must complete admissions and fee collection by August 5, 2026. Educational details and fee information are to be uploaded by August 16, 2026. A late fee option is available until August 16, 2026.

AIIMS New Delhi will release the BSc (Hons) Nursing admit card on June 19 for the June 27 entrance exam. This competitive computer-based test is crucial for admission to nursing programs nationwide. Candidates must carry a printed hall ticket and valid ID. Over 1,300 seats are available, with admissions based on scores and reservation norms

The Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education has opened registrations for IOQM 2026, the entry-level examination for Indias Mathematical Olympiad programme. Scheduled for September 6, the test is open to eligible students from Classes 8 to 12. The examination evaluates advanced mathematical reasoning and can pave the way to national training camps and international Olympiad competitions.

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University has released the Bihar B.Ed CET 2026 results, enabling candidates to access their scorecards online through the official portal. The scorecard will be essential for counselling and admissions. Aspirants are advised to verify all details carefully and stay alert for upcoming counselling schedules, seat allotment updates, and admission notifications.

The National Testing Agency is fully prepared for the NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination on June 21, involving over 22.79 lakh candidates across India and abroad. Extensive security measures, including biometric authentication and CCTV surveillance, are in place. Special provisions are made for biometric issues, and candidates must report early with required documents.

HPCET Counselling 2026 registration has commenced, with Himachal Pradesh Technical University opening the admission process for qualified candidates. Aspirants can submit their applications online until June 30 for programmes such as BTech, BPharmacy, MBA and MCA. Only those who complete registration, upload documents and pay the counselling fee will be eligible for seat allotment.

Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo's Father's Day post highlights how many fathers, particularly from older generations, expressed love through actions like providing for the family rather than words. He shared personal anecdotes of his father's financial struggles and resilience, emphasizing that while fathers may not have offered verbal affection, their sacrifices enabled their children's dreams.

A case is registered against a school principal and two teachers in Jalna, Maharashtra, following allegations of a controversial performance during an annual gathering. Social media claims students danced to a Pakistani song and displayed an extremist's photo. The school denies this, stating the music was from a Turkish serial and the image was of an actor

The National Testing Agency has advised NEET UG 2026 candidates to rely only on official announcements and ignore misleading information circulating on unofficial platforms. Students facing admit card download issues can seek assistance through NTA's helpline services. The agency's latest measures aim to ensure the smooth conduct of the examination despite last-minute logistical challenges at select centres.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is closing the registration for the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 session today, June 19, 2026. The examination, scheduled for July 17-18, 2026, determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor positions. Candidates can pay fees until June 20 and correct applications from June 22-23.