Educational News

The Ministry of Education released the NIRF 2024 rankings on August 12, with IIT Madras topping the Engineering category. Seven Delhi institutions made it into the top 100, including IIT Delhi at rank 2 and Jamia Millia Islamia at rank 24. This article highlights the top 5 engineering colleges in Delhi.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India will announce the results for the CS Professional and CS Executive exams (June session) on August 25, 2024, covering both the 2017 and 2022 syllabi. Candidates can check their results on the official ICSI website, icsi.edu, once they are released. Check important details here.

The Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu, had declared the provisional allotment results for the TNEA 2024 BArch admissions. Candidates who confirmed their tentative seat allotment before August 21 have been asked to download their provisional allotment order and report to the respective college by August 26, 2024. The reservation policy details were also outlined in the announcement.

Indian Navy INCET 2024 Exam Dates Announced: The Indian Navy has announced the dates for the INCET 01/2024 Computer Based Test (CBT), scheduled from September 10 to 14, 2024. The admit cards will be issued soon. The recruitment drive, open from July 20 to August 2, 2024, aims to fill 741 civilian posts. The exam will feature multiple-choice questions in General Intelligence, Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Candidates must pass the CBT to qualify for further testing and document verification.

Over 65 lakh students failed the class 10 and 12 board exams in 2023, with state boards reporting higher failure rates than national boards. Girls outperformed boys across various school management types, though more boys took the exams in private and government-aided schools. The declining student performance raises concerns about educational disparities and retention rates.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the DNB PDCET 2024 results. Following a thorough review, eight out of 1800 exam questions were deemed technically incorrect, and full marks have been awarded for these. Candidates can check their results and download scorecards on August 27, 2024.

In response to the alleged sexual assault of two young girls at a Badlapur school, the Bombay High Court has taken suo motu action. The Maharashtra state government has issued stringent guidelines to enhance student safety, including mandatory CCTV installation, rigorous background checks for staff, and educational programs on safety. New committees will oversee compliance, and a fast-tracked legal process is promised. These measures aim to prevent future incidents and ensure a safer educational environment.

The National Board of Education for Medical Studies is set to announce the NEET PG 2024 results soon, following the examination held on August 11, 2024. Originally scheduled for June, the exam was postponed due to a paper leak. Over 2.2 lakh candidates participated, and results will be available on natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in.

The Tripura Board of Joint Entrance Examination has announced the TJEE PCB seat allotment result 2024. Candidates can check the seat allotment result on the official website of the board, i.e., tbjee.nic.in. As per the information, candidates are advised to confirm their admission or otherwise their seat allotment will be cancelled.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has extended the application deadline for the Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (PO/MT) and Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2024 until August 28, 2024. Candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website.

The OSSSC has released the results for the Livestock Inspector, Forester, and Forest Guard posts. Candidates can check their results on the official website, ossc.gov.in. The commission will soon release the screening list and schedule for the Physical Test, as mentioned in the official notice. Candidates can check important details here.

The inaugural International Synthetic Fuels Conference (ISFC-2024) at GITAM University, Visakhapatnam, brought together global experts to discuss nuclear and hydrogen fuels for clean energy transition. The event highlighted cutting-edge research in small modular reactors and hydrogen production, fostering collaboration among academia, industry, and government. Plans for future conferences were announced, emphasizing India's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and the Viksit Bharat vision for 2047.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has announced the recruitment of 1,130 Constable Fireman posts. Applications will be accepted online from August 30, 2024, until September 30, 2024. Eligible candidates aged 18-23 with a 12th-grade education can apply. The selection process includes physical tests, document verification, a written exam, and a medical examination. Detailed information is available in the official notification.

The UPSC has announced the 2024 IES and ISS exam results. Candidates can check and download their results from the official UPSC website. Those who qualified are eligible for the Interview/Personality Test. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the CSIR UGC NET July 2024 exam results. Candidates who appeared for the exam from July 25 to 27 can download their scorecards from the official website. The test was conducted in CBT mode across 348 centers in 187 cities, with 2,25,335 candidates participating.

Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell issued the MH CET DSE Round 1 Final merit list 2024 for Diploma, BSc, and DVoc programmes. Candidates could download the revised merit list for direct second-year admissions in engineering/technology courses by logging into the official website using their application ID and date of birth, valid until August 23, 2024.

Stanford University offers more than just its renowned programs, with unique courses that can lead to exceptional career opportunities. This list highlights specialized programs like Machine Learning with Graphs, Public Affairs Data Journalism, Startup Garage: Design, and Biological Macromolecules. These courses equip students with cutting-edge skills, paving the way for successful careers in fields like AI, journalism, entrepreneurship, and biochemistry.

The Department of Medical Education and Research, Haryana, has begun the registration for Haryana NEET UG 2024 counselling as of August 21, 2024. Registration closes on August 25, 2024, with provisional seat allocations announced on August 27. Candidates should register on the official website and follow the schedule for document verification and fee deposition.

The Punjab Police issued the official Answer Key for the 2024 Constable Exam on August 21, 2024, via their website. Candidates could access their results and raise objections until August 23, 2024. The exam took place from July 1 to August 16, 2024. This key helps candidates estimate their scores without any risk of negative marking.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has initiated the 2024 counselling process for AP EdCET, starting August 21 for B.Ed and B.Ed special education programs. Qualified candidates must register by August 27. Web options can be exercised from August 29 to September 2, with seat allotment scheduled for September 5, 2024.