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NCERT, IIT-Madras ink MoU to boost educational research, tech integration

Through this partnership NCERT and IIT-Madras will collaborate in key focus areas, including development and dissemination of high-quality educational content

AISSEE 2026: Govt adds 3 more new Sainik schools, registration ends soon

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is about to close the online application process for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam (AISSEE) 2026. Also, NTA added 3 new Sainik schools in the country

RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026 for 8850 posts begins today, details here

The RRB NTPC UG Recruitment 2026 application window is open from Oct 28 to Nov 27, 2025, for 8850 posts. Get a step-by-step guide on the steps to apply, Aadhaar verification, and other direct links

After foreign universities, international school boards look to tap India

International school boards IB, Cambridge, and WACE expand in India with teacher training, affordable programs, and growth beyond metros to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities

Chhattisgarh govt to build four medical colleges worth about ₹1,300 crore

The colleges will be set up at Manendragarh, Kabirdham, Janjgir-Champa, and Geedam in Dantewada district of Bastar

About 8k schools with zero enrolment employ 20k teachers in India: Report

In a peculiar case, West Bengal accounted for 17,965 such teachers, along with the highest number of schools without enrolments (3,812)

India, UK launch Ramanujan research fellowship for young scientists

The DST-backed Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme will enable young Indian physicists and mathematicians to conduct joint research at the London Institute for Mathematical Sciences

NEET PG counselling 2025 dates to be out soon, know steps to apply

Candidates can check the NEET PG 2025 counselling schedule soon on the MCC website (mcc.nic.in). The process will include four rounds - Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy Round

SSC CGL tier 1 answer key 2025 to be out today, steps to download & more

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to announce the SSC CGL Answer Key 2025 today, Oct 15. Candidates can view and download the provisional key from the official website of SSC at ssc.gov.in

Outcome-based learning remains NIIT's focus, says CEO Pankaj Jathar

NIIT CEO Pankaj Jathar says learning outcomes depend on instructor-led, mentor-guided education, as the company expands AI and digital training programmes globally

Over a dozen projects underway as DU undertakes ₹1,912 cr campus revamp

The projects include new campuses, academic blocks, hostels, libraries and a cultural centre aimed at strengthening academic and residential facilities for students

Diwali Holidays 2025: Schools across India to break for holidays; list here

As Diwali approaches, several states have announced school holidays. Along with the festive break, here's a look at where schools will stay closed starting October 13, 2025.

Jamia Millia Islamia starts admissions for distance and online programmes

The CDOE, Jamia Millia Islamia, has released the 2025-26 academic session prospectus and opened admissions for several distance and online mode programmes on the official website at jmi.ucanapply.com

Jamia Millia Islamia's free coaching for UPSC 2026: Know dates, eligibility

Jamia Millia Islamia has started registration for free UPSC coaching programme 2026 for minorities, SC/ST, and women. Candidates can apply for the coaching till May 28.

After JNU, Jamia suspends MoU with Turkish institutions citing security

Jamia Millia Islamia suspends all MoUs with institutions linked to Turkiye, joining JNU and CSJM in response to growing concerns over national security and diplomacy

Jamia Millia Islamia hikes fees by up to 41% across courses for 2025-26

JMI has also announced the launch of 14 new courses and expanded its use of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) scores for admissions

Jamia warns students against raising slogans against PM Modi, govt agencies

The Left backed All India Students' Association (AISA) condemned the directive, calling it a reflection of "the Sangh Parivar's authoritarian grip" on academic institutions

Govt invites students to tackle consumer issues from onion storage to ecom

The Smart India Hackathon 2025, launched by the Ministry of Education, aims to harness student innovation to address practical problems affecting millions of consumers

HPBOSE Winter School exams 2025-26: Check timetable for Classes 3, 5, 8

The Himachal Pradesh School Education Board (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, has announced the examination schedule for winter-closing schools for the 2025-26 academic session. Check here

CBSE to teach the language of artificial intelligence from Class 3 onwards

Separately, efforts are underway to integrate AI education into all degree programmes - including BA, BCom, BSc, and specialised courses