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The Cfore School Survey 2024 ranks top schools in 16 categories, highlighting Convent of Jesus & Mary, Carmel Convent School, and St. Thomas Girls Sr. Sec. School among Delhi's best. The evaluation involved academic rigor, infrastructure, and social inclusivity, with data collected from 92 cities.

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is recruiting for 480 Group B vacancies, including roles for State Tax Inspector, Assistant Section Officer, and Police Sub-Inspector. Interested candidates must apply online by November 4, 2024, via mpsc.gov.in. The selection process involves a preliminary exam, physical tests for Police Sub-Inspector applicants, main exams, interviews, and document verification.

UP NEET UG 2024 round 3 seat allotment results were announced today by the Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Lucknow. Candidates can view their results on upneet.gov.in. To participate in the next steps, they needed to submit a security deposit by October 7 and must confirm admission by reporting to allotted colleges between October 21 and 23.

The CAT 2024 Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) section features 24 questions, including multiple-choice and TITA formats. Key topics like Reading Comprehension (16 questions), para-jumbles, para-summary, and odd-sentence-out carry significant weight. With a mix of moderate and easy difficulty levels, focusing on high-scoring areas is essential. This article highlights the most important topics, expected question numbers, and preparation tips to help candidates maximise their scores in the upcoming CAT 2024 exam on November 24, 2024.

IITs are making higher education more accessible for reserved category students by offering fee concessions, relaxed cut-offs, and preparatory courses for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. Initiatives like "Citizen Service Centres" and a multi-lingual call center aim to assist rural students. Additionally, income-based tuition waivers further support economically disadvantaged students across all IITs.

In the 2025 THE World University Rankings, IISc Bengaluru, Anna University, and Mahatma Gandhi University lead among Indian institutions, with IISc excelling in teaching and industry engagement. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings, IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, and IISc rank highest, with IIT Bombay performing best in academic reputation and employment outcomes, while IISc excels in research impact.

If Donald Trump is re-elected, major changes in U.S. education are expected. He may attempt to dismantle the Department of Education, limit student loan forgiveness, cut federal funding for schools teaching critical race theory, and prevent transgender women from participating in women’s sports. His administration is likely to prioritize conservative educational reforms.

Princeton University remains a top choice for students, ranked 4th in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings with a score of 97.5 and 22nd in the QS World University Rankings with a score of 85.5. The university excels in teaching quality, research environment, and academic reputation, providing a supportive learning atmosphere with a favourable student-to-staff ratio. Princeton's commitment to fostering a diverse, global community enriches the educational experience for both national and international students.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has reopened the application window for the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2025. New applicants can apply from 18th October to 22nd November 2024. Existing applicants can update their details during this period. Additionally, a correction window will be open from 23rd to 29th November 2024. The ESE Preliminary Exam is rescheduled for 8th June 2025, and the Main Exam for 10th August 2025.

The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IITM) is set to launch its first international flagship centre in Dubai in early 2025, focusing on research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The IITM Global Dubai Centre will specialise in artificial intelligence, data science, robotics, and sustainable energy. Established through a partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, this collaboration aims to strengthen ties between Dubai and India, fostering technological advancements and supporting deep-tech startups in the region.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the NEET MDS Counselling 2024 special stray vacancy round allotment result. Candidates can check their allotment results on the official website, mcc.nic.in. Those allotted seats must report to their colleges for admission between October 19 and 25, 2024, with necessary documents. Check important details here.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced that the Integrated 70th Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination will be held on December 13, 2024, to fill 2027 posts. The notification, released on September 23, 2024, indicates that the online application period has closed. Candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly for the examination, with the BPSC reminding them to refer to its official website for the latest updates and guidelines.

The National Medical Commission's revised Competency-Based Medical Education curriculum has drawn sharp criticism from disability rights and transgender advocates due to its failure to include essential provisions from the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has intervened, urging the NMC to reassess the curriculum. International organisations have threatened to escalate the issue to the World Federation for Medical Education.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a significant change in the JEE Main 2025 exam pattern, reverting to its pre-pandemic format. From 2025, Section B will include only five mandatory numerical questions across each subject. This change, expected to lower cutoffs, emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive study approach, as all chapters in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics will now hold equal weight.

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the deadline for submitting examination forms for the December 2024 Term-End Examinations. Students enrolled in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programmes can submit their forms without a late fee until October 27, 2024, or with a late fee until November 3, 2024. Additionally, the university has extended the last date for fresh admissions for the July 2024 session to October 31, 2024.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has issued the admit card for the CA Final Examination, scheduled from November 3 to 13, 2024. Registered candidates can download their admit cards by visiting eservices.icai.org and using their registration number and password to access the document for the November 2024 Final Exam.

The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has begun online registration for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMSS). Eligible candidates can apply on scert.uk.gov.in by November 6. The exam will take place on December 23, 2024, in two shifts. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.

The Uttarakhand Madrasa Board is planning to offer Sanskrit as an optional subject in over 400 madrasas across the state, aligning with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's goal of integrating madrasa students into mainstream education. Board chairman Mufti Shamoon Qasmi highlighted the success of introducing the NCERT syllabus and believes learning Sanskrit alongside Arabic could benefit students academically.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the results of the UGC NET June 2024 session. A significant number of candidates have qualified for various academic positions, including JRF, Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admissions. The UGC NET e-certificate is crucial for those aspiring to pursue academic careers. The article provides detailed information on how to download the e-certificate and its validity.

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released the interview schedule for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2023, to be held from October 21 to 29, 2024. Candidates must bring a physical copy of their application form and original documents for verification. For details, visit the JKPSC official website.