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The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) Odisha has announced the schedule for the 2025 Class 12 Board Examinations. The Science stream exams will start on February 18, while Arts and Commerce exams will begin on February 19. Over 3.9 lakh students are expected to appear. Internal assessments will be held from December 23 to 30, and practical exams from January 2 to 12.

Telangana has made significant strides in education, with improvements in literacy, gender inclusivity, and the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), which increased from 35.7% in 2017 to 40.0% in 2022. PhD enrolments have doubled, while MPhil enrolments have declined. The state maintains a favorable Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR), ensuring quality education, and has expanded its institutional framework with growing enrolments.

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has released the admit cards for Yantrik and Navik CGEPT 01/2025 recruitment. The Computer-Based Examination (Stage I) will take place on November 23-24, 2024. Candidates must carry valid identification and other documents for verification. A total of 320 vacancies are available, and the selection process includes multiple stages: the Computer-Based Exam, Assessment and Adaptability Test, Physical Fitness Test, and Document Verification.

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2025 is reinstating pre-pandemic norms, including the removal of optional questions and a return to the original tie-breaking criteria. The exam has also eliminated the age limit and introduced negative marking for numerical value questions. These changes necessitate comprehensive preparation and strategic time management for aspirants.

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced the results for the 2023 Constable Civil Police recruitment exam, held in August. A total of 1,74,316 candidates have qualified for the scrutiny of records and Physical Standard Test (PST). The cut-off marks for various categories, including reserved and female candidates, are now available. The next stages, including Document Verification and Physical Efficiency Test, are scheduled for December 2024 and January 2025, respectively.

The CBSE has announced the Class 12 Senior School Certificate Examination 2025 schedule, starting on February 15 and concluding on April 4. Humanities exams begin on February 24 with Geography and end with Psychology. Released 86 days in advance, the timetable offers ample preparation time. Students are encouraged to review the syllabus, create study plans, and focus on conceptual clarity.

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board has opened online registration for NEET PG Counselling Round 1 at neetpg.jceb.org.in The provisional seat allotment result will be announced on November 27, 2024. Eligible candidates should complete the process before the deadline. Check the direct link and other important details here.

The Cfore Rankings 2024 assess Kolkata’s top co-educational schools across 7 key categories, including teacher competence, curriculum, co-curricular activities, and infrastructure. The rankings highlight the best schools, with The Heritage School topping the list. Schools like The New Town School, The Future Foundation School, and South City International School also perform exceptionally well across various parameters.

NLU Delhi will close the fee payment window for AILET 2025 today, November 21, 2024, at 2 PM. AILET 2025 is scheduled for December 8, 2024, while it is expected that the admit cards will be issued on November 28, 2024. Candidates can read the official notice and check other details here.

The announcement of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election results has been further delayed due to ongoing cleanup efforts following widespread defacement during campaigning. The counting of votes is now rescheduled for November 25, with the Delhi High Court mandating complete restoration of affected areas before the results are declared.

CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2025 Released: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 10 board exam dates for 2025. Exams will begin on February 15th, 2025, with English as the first subject. The schedule is available on the official CBSE website. Over 2 million students registered for the 2024 exams, achieving a 93.60% pass rate.

CBSE has released the Class 10 and 12 date sheets for the 2025 board exams, starting February 15. Class 12 Commerce exams begin with Entrepreneurship and end with Psychology on April 4. Major exams like Business Studies and Accountancy will last 3 hours. Students can view the detailed schedule on CBSE's official website and plan their preparation accordingly. Class 12 Commerce students can check the exam dates here.

CBSE Class 12 Science Board Exam date sheet: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the Class 12 board exam dates for 2025. Exams will commence on February 15th with Entrepreneurship and conclude on April 4th with Psychology. All exams will be held from 10:30 AM, with varying durations depending on the subject.

CBSE Board Exam Time table 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the exam schedule for the 2025 board exams. The CBSE class 10th exams will be held from February 15th to March 18th, 2025, while the class 12th exams will take place from February 15th to April 4th, 2025. The detailed date sheet for both classes is available in the article. Notably, this year the CBSE Board Exam Time table has been announced 86 days in advance.

The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced a corrigendum on 20 November 2024, revising the selection process for multiple 2024 recruitments. The changes affect Group B and C posts across various sectors, including Inspector (Librarian), SMT Workshop, Veterinary Staff, Paramedical Staff, Air Wing, Water Wing, and Engineering Setup. The recruitment process now includes a three-phase procedure: Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), written examination, and final documentation and medical check-up.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has assured special teachers that they will remain at their current schools, addressing concerns over potential transfers. During a ceremony in Patna, where 1,14,138 teachers received appointment letters, Kumar emphasized the government's commitment to education and teacher welfare. The decision aims to bring stability to Bihar's education system and ease the teachers' worries.

In a recent address at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Jhunjhunu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized education’s transformative role in establishing equality and fostering societal change. He highlighted the importance of discipline, respect for parents and teachers, and cultivating good habits for personal growth. Dhankhar praised the National Education Policy 2020, calling it a "game-changer" that would equip students with practical skills and contribute to India’s progress by 2047. He also urged students to honor their grandparents by planting trees and underscored the importance of rural India in maintaining the country’s cultural roots and strengthening democracy.

Over 10,000 foreign student acceptance letters have been flagged as potentially fraudulent, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Enhanced checks revealed that 2% of the 500,000 acceptance letters reviewed over the past 10 months were fake, with 1% of applicants having their places cancelled. The IRCC has introduced measures to verify authenticity, aiming to protect both international students and the integrity of Canada's immigration system. Political leaders are calling for further scrutiny and accountability.

IGNOU has extended the registration deadline for the 2024 PhD programme. Candidates can apply online at ignouadm.samarth.edu.in by paying a Rs 1,000 registration fee. Applicants must submit documents like academic transcripts, caste or income certificates, and UGC NET scorecards. Eligibility includes a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and a valid UGC NET score.

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has released the Junior Clerk admit card for the 2024 exam on its official website, ahmedabadcity.gov.in. Scheduled for November 24, 2024, the exam covers subjects like Arithmetical Ability, Mathematics, and General Knowledge. Candidates are advised to verify their personal details on the admit card to ensure accuracy. Steps to download the hall ticket are provided on the website.