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The Civil Services Exam (CSE) is a prestigious and highly competitive gateway to top government positions in India. For 2024, over 1.3 million candidates sat for the CSE Prelims, with about 14,000 advancing to the Mains, which will be held on September 20. The essay paper, crucial for distinguishing candidates, involves answering two subjective questions, each worth 125 marks, within 90 minutes. Effective preparation includes understanding the exam pattern, practicing past papers, and developing a structured approach to essay writing. Key topics range from democracy and justice to economic development and social issues, requiring clear, objective, and well-supported arguments.

The Indian Navy has released the admit cards for the Indian Navy Civilian Entrance Test (INCET) 2024. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website or can check the direct link provided here. The exam will be conducted from September 10 to 14, 2024. Candidates must keep in touch with the official site to get the latest updates.

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is a key entrance exam for top MBA programs in India, including prestigious IIMs. However, some IIM courses, like the Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) at IIM Bangalore, do not require CAT scores. This one-year, full-time MBA program is designed for professionals with 5-12 years of experience and includes core management subjects. Admission requires a GMAT or GRE score and meeting other criteria. The process involves an online application, a fee, an interview, and an evaluation based on academic performance, test scores, work experience, and interview results. For the GMAT and GRE, familiarize yourself with test formats, create a study schedule, use official materials, practice regularly, and apply effective test-taking strategies.

The Kerala State Eligibility Test (SET) 2024 results have been announced by the Lal Bahadur Shastri Centre for Science and Technology. Around 850 candidates qualified in the exam held on July 28, 2024, across multiple centers. The exam, required for Higher Secondary School Teacher recruitment, featured two papers covering 32 subjects. Qualified candidates will receive a SET certificate.

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released the admit cards for the Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) skill tests, scheduled for September 6 and 7, 2024. Candidates can download their admit cards from the HPSC official website at hpsc.gov.in. The skill tests for Music and Fine Arts will be conducted at HPSC’s office, while Physical Education tests will take place at Tau Devi Lal Stadium. Candidates must bring all required documents and a medical fitness certificate.

On August 12, the Ministry of Education released the 2024 NIRF rankings, its ninth edition, evaluating Indian higher education institutions across five parameters. While the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad tops the Management category, Haryana stands out with four institutes featured on the list. Explore the full list of Haryana’s top management institutes here.

The Goa government will review the New India Literacy Mission to reach 100% literacy by December 19. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant directed officials to list illiterate residents or confirm full literacy in their areas. The meeting also addressed implementing the National Education Policy in schools, including curriculum development and teacher training.

During a review meeting of nursing institutions at his Vikasa Soudha office on Monday, Dr Patil disclosed that his office had received numerous complaints regarding the excessive fees charged by nursing colleges, which have placed a heavy financial burden on students.

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released hall tickets for the TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024, set for September 14. Candidates can download their admit cards from tnpsc.gov.in using their registration number and date of birth. The exam comprises Preliminary, Main Examination, and Interview stages. Hall tickets and valid ID proof are required at the exam center.

The Directorate General of Home Guards, Delhi, has released updated admit cards for the physical test for home guard positions. Candidates must download the new cards from dghgenrollment.in as old ones are invalid. The selection process includes passing a Physical Measurement & Efficiency Test and then appearing for an 80-question multiple-choice written examination.

The placement comparison between IIT Bombay and IIT Madras from 2020-23 shows that IIT Bombay generally led in placement rates and median salaries, particularly in the 4-year programmes. However, IIT Madras consistently graduated more students and had higher placement numbers in the 5-year programs. Both institutes demonstrated strong academic and placement performance, with IIT Bombay leading in salary outcomes. Here is a comparative analysis of placement records between the two prestigious institutions.

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the Round 1 seat allotment result for the PUMDET 2024 counselling. Candidates can view their results on the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in. They must pay the seat acceptance fee between September 4 and 6 and complete document verification at their allotted colleges.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has started the web entry process for Phase 1 of TS PGECET 2024 Counselling. Candidates can visit the official website, i.e., pgecetadm.tsche.ac.in, to exercise the web option entry. TSCHE will conclude the web entry process tomorrow, September 5, 2024. Check important details here.

The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released the provisional screening list for the Forest Guard recruitment exam in PDF format. Candidates can view the list for physical tests on osssc.gov.in. The recruitment drive will fill over two thousand positions, including forest guard, forester, and livestock inspector roles. Check details here.

The Telangana Public Service Commission (TSPSC) has opened the correction window for the TSPSC Group 3 Services Recruitment 2024 application. The window will close on September 6, 2024, at 5 PM. Candidates are advised to use the Edit Option carefully, as no changes will be accepted after the deadline, and the submitted information will be final for selection.

The National Institute of Design has started the online registration process for the NID Design Aptitude Test 2025. Candidates can apply until December 3 (without a late fee). To register, visit the official website, admission.nid.edu. You can check the direct link and other important details here.

IIT Delhi has opened registration for IIT JAM 2025, with the application window available from September 3 to October 11, 2024. The exam will be held on February 2, 2025, covering seven subjects through a Computer-Based Test. Applicants must submit required documents, including a Class 10 marksheet, by the November 18, 2024, deadline for changes.

Delhi University has allocated 74,108 seats for 71,600 undergraduate spots, including quotas for single girl children, orphans, and performance-based programs. 45,298 applicants have confirmed their seats, while 28,810 seek upgrades. ECA and sports allocations stand at 1,061 and 1,648, respectively. Seat allotments for BFA and CW categories are pending and will be announced soon.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced the AIBE 19 exam schedule for 2024, with the exam set for November 24. Registration is now open, and eligible candidates can apply on the official website until October 25, 2024. Visit the website for details on important dates, application fees, and registration steps.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted surprise inspections at 27 schools in Rajasthan and Delhi on September 3, 2024, to tackle the issue of dummy schools and ensure compliance with board regulations. The inspections, carried out by teams of CBSE officers and school principals, aimed to provide an accurate picture of school operations. CBSE reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining high educational standards and will take appropriate actions against schools found non-compliant.