UPSC CSE Mains Marks: CIC Asks DoPT to Restore Paper-Wise Disclosure From 2018
The Central Information Commission (CIC) has recommended restoring the publication of detailed, paper-wise marks of candidates selected through the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination. The recommendation follows a finding that the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) had no recorded policy decision explaining why detailed marks stopped being published from 2018.
Bihar School Exam: Students Caught Using Mobile Phones, Headmistress Faces Action
Several students were seen using mobile phones while appearing for their half-yearly examinations at an upgraded secondary school in Begusarai's Bhagwanpur block. A video showing students using phones inside the examination hall has gone viral on social media, prompting action against the school's headmistress. The incident reportedly took place on September 22 at the Upgraded Secondary School in Mokhtiyarpur.
Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026 Launches at IISc Bengaluru, Registration Opens
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi will inaugurate the Seva First Innovation Challenge at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, on September 25. The initiative aims to encourage students and young participants to identify local problems and develop practical solutions that can eventually be tested and implemented. The challenge will cover Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and Puducherry.
Delhi University Fee Waiver 2026-27: Apply for Up to 100% Financial Support by October 13
Delhi University has opened applications for its Financial Support Scheme (FSS) for the 2026-27 academic session, offering eligible students fee waivers of up to 100%. The scheme is aimed at reducing the financial burden on students from families with lower annual incomes.
UGC NET June 2026 E-Certificate Released, Download Link at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2026 e-certificates for candidates who qualified in the examination. The certificates are now available for download through the official UGC-NET website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The e-certificates have been issued for candidates qualifying under four categories: Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) only, JRF with Assistant Professor eligibility, Assistant Professor eligibility with PhD admission, and PhD admission only.
Silicon Valley’s New AI Academy Offers No-Degree Path After Class 12
A new education venture backed by Silicon Valley investor Andreessen Horowitz is preparing to offer young people an alternative to the conventional four-year college route. The Horowitz Andreessen Academy, aimed at students aged 16 to 22, plans to begin its first cohort in September 2027. The academy has raised $42 million and plans to offer a tuition-free fellowship to 50 students in its initial programme.
NTA Debars NEET UG Aspirant for 2 Years, Bars 2027 Attempt
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has debarred Aditya Motegaonkar from appearing in the NEET UG examination for two years in connection with the 2026 paper leak case. His NEET UG 2026 result has been withheld, and he has been declared ineligible to appear for the 2027 examination, according to an NTA communication dated September 19.
CBSE Tightens Student Detail Correction Rules, Incomplete Requests to Be Rejected
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has tightened its procedure for correcting students’ demographic details, directing schools to submit complete and properly certified records with every correction request. The Board has warned that requests with missing or inadequate documentation will be rejected. CBSE said schools must ensure that student details are accurate across admission forms, scholar registers, admission and withdrawal records and transfer certificates.
IIT JAM 2027 Registration Deadline Extended to October 19
The registration deadline for IIT JAM 2027 has been extended by one week, giving candidates additional time to complete their applications. The application window, which was earlier scheduled to close on October 12, will now remain open until October 19. IIT Kharagpur is conducting JAM 2027 and has invited eligible candidates to apply online for admission to 89 postgraduate programmes across 23 IITs for the 2027-28 academic session.
Delhi Teachers Get Leave Benefits for BLO Duties During Vacations
Delhi government school teachers assigned booth-level officer (BLO) duties during holidays or school vacations will be eligible for special earned leave, compensatory leave or earned leave, according to instructions circulated by the Directorate of Education. The decision follows requests from teachers’ associations seeking leave benefits for election-related duties performed outside regular school working days.
ICAI CA January 2027 Exam Dates Out for Foundation and Intermediate
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the schedule for the January 2027 CA Foundation and Intermediate examinations. The exams will be conducted at centres across India as well as three overseas locations: Bahrain, Dubai and Kathmandu. For CA Intermediate, Group 1 exams are scheduled for January 2, 4 and 6, while Group 2 papers will be held on January 8, 10 and 12.
CBSE Class 12 Special Exams 2026 for West Asia Students: Dates, Eligibility and Subjects
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct fresh Class 12 examinations for eligible students in West Asian countries whose 2026 board exams could not be held due to the prevailing regional situation. The special examinations will cover 40 subjects, including 20 academic and 20 skill-based subjects.
NEET SS 2025 Cut-Off Reduced to 30th Percentile by NBEMS
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has reduced the qualifying percentile for NEET-SS 2025 from the 50th to the 30th percentile, making more candidates eligible for the ongoing counselling process. The revised qualifying criteria were announced through a notification dated September 22, 2026, with the updated result shared with the Medical Counselling Committee.
NEET PG 2026 Result by September 30, Answer Key Update
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is expected to release the provisional answer key and recorded response sheets for NEET PG 2026 soon. The board has scheduled the result for declaration by September 30, although no specific date has been announced for the answer key.
LSR College Shifts Classes Online After Police Encounter Near Campus
Lady Shri Ram College for Women has shifted classes online after suspending in-person teaching following a police encounter near its back gate in Delhi. The encounter, which took place around 50 metres from the campus, involved an accused in a case concerning the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl near Kalkaji.
NCERT Class 9 New Textbooks Released for 2026-27
NCERT has begun releasing revised Class 9 textbooks for the 2026-27 academic session as part of the curriculum changes being introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023. The revised Mathematics textbook, Ganita Manjari – Part 2, became available for purchase on September 21.
CBSE Class 10, 12 Sample Papers 2027 Released
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the subject-wise Sample Question Papers (SQPs) and marking schemes for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for 2027. Students can access the official materials through the CBSE Academic website. The sample papers provide students with an official reference for understanding the structure, question format and expected assessment pattern for the upcoming board exams.
SBI Clerk Admit Card 2026 Released for Prelims Exam
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the preliminary examination call letter for the 2026 Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) recruitment. Candidates who applied for the SBI Clerk examination can now download their admit cards through the bank’s official recruitment portal.
IIT Delhi, Madras Faculty Back Doolla Amid IIT Bombay Student Death Probe
Faculty forums at IIT Delhi and IIT Madras have expressed support for IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla amid an ongoing inquiry into the death of student Sahil Wakode on September 18. Both bodies called for the circumstances to be examined through due process and cautioned against public vilification or conclusions before investigations are completed.
UP PGT Teacher Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2,607 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has announced recruitment for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) positions under Advertisement No. 06/2026. The online application process started on September 18, 2026, and candidates can apply until October 17. The last date for fee payment is also October 17, while corrections can be made until October 21.
UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2026: 60,000+ Worker and Helper Vacancies
The Uttar Pradesh government has opened district-wise recruitment for Anganwadi Worker and Helper posts, with the recruitment drive covering more than 60,000 positions across the state. Applications began in November 2025, while deadlines vary by district. Several districts have fresh vacancies with application deadlines falling in September and October 2026.
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1,936 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has opened applications for the recruitment of 1,936 Assistant Professors under Advertisement No. 04/2026. The online application process began on September 8, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until October 7. The last date for fee payment is October 11, while the written examination is scheduled for November 19 and 20.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2,536 10+2 Level Posts
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the 2026 Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) recruitment for 2,536 posts. The online application process began on September 7, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms until October 7. The last date for fee payment is October 8, while the correction window will remain open from October 14 to 16.
SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1,871 Delhi Police, CAPF Posts
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has opened applications for the 2026 recruitment of Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,871 vacancies, with the online application process beginning on September 10 and ending on September 30, 2026. The last date for fee payment is October 1, while the correction window is scheduled for October 8 to 10.
IIT Bombay Cheating Rules: What FR2 Grade and Suspension Mean
The death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Ravindra Wakode has brought renewed attention to the institute’s rules governing academic malpractice and the use of unauthorised devices during examinations.
IIT Madras Students Win 2026 Njord Challenge in Norway With Autonomous Vessel
A three-member team from IIT Madras’ Department of Ocean Engineering has won the 2026 Njord Challenge in Trondheim, Norway, beating 22 teams representing nine countries. Team Aritra secured 90.42 points in the competition, which tests autonomous surface vessels on navigation, manoeuvring and problem-solving tasks.
AIAPGET 2026 Result Declared: Check Scorecard and Toppers
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the AIAPGET 2026 results on September 18 for candidates who appeared for the All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test. The examination is used for admission to postgraduate MD/MS programmes in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates can access their scorecards using their application number and password.
DUSU Vote Counting Begins With 2,000+ Security Personnel Deployed
Counting of votes for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) elections began at 8 am on September 19 at the Multipurpose Hall of the University Sports Stadium in North Campus, with more than 2,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the university. The four central posts being decided are president, vice-president, secretary and joint secretary.
Supreme Court May Inspect NTA Office, Seeks Update on NEET Reforms
The Supreme Court has indicated that its judges may visit the National Testing Agency’s upgraded permanent office in New Delhi to assess whether reforms introduced after concerns over the NEET-UG examination are functioning effectively. The court is hearing petitions linked to the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and has sought updated information on the implementation of examination reforms.
NTA Invites Subject and Language Experts, Apply by October 9
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has invited experienced educators, researchers, academicians and subject specialists to apply for empanelment as Subject Matter Experts for national-level examinations. The agency has also invited language specialists to serve as translation reviewers for examination content in 13 Indian languages. The deadline for applications for both opportunities is October 9, 2026.
UGC NET June 2026 Results Out for English, Commerce and Sociology
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC NET June 2026 results for English, Commerce and Sociology. Candidates who appeared for the examination can download their scorecards through the official UGC NET portal. The results were released on September 17 following re-examinations conducted on September 9 and 10 at 454 centres across 272 cities.
DUSU Election 2026: Voting Underway for Four Key Posts
Voting for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) elections 2026 is underway on September 18, with 20 candidates contesting the four central posts of president, vice-president, secretary and joint secretary. Counting is scheduled for September 19. Day-college students can vote from 8:30 am to 1 pm, while evening-college students have a voting window from 3 pm to 7:30 pm.
Kerala Child Rights Panel Says Boys Can Keep Long Hair in Schools
The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has said boys and children who do not identify with a particular gender should be allowed to grow and groom their hair according to their preferences. Schools have been directed not to harass, exclude, humiliate or discriminate against students because of hair length or grooming choices.
CGPSC Postpones State Service 2025 Interviews, Fresh Dates to Follow
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has postponed document verification and interviews for the State Service Examination 2025, just four days before the process was scheduled to begin. In a notice issued on Wednesday, the commission cited “unavoidable circumstances” and said revised dates would be announced on its official website. The recruitment process covers 265 posts across 20 departments of the Chhattisgarh government.
CJP Launches ‘Adivasi School Thik Karo’ Campaign in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced the launch of the “Adivasi School Thik Karo” campaign in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district from September 17, focusing on alleged shortcomings in tribal education infrastructure and access. The campaign will involve CJP representatives visiting tribal schools to assess facilities and infrastructure.
IIT Kanpur to Launch Super-Speciality Medical Degrees Before MBBS
IIT Kanpur is preparing to expand into medical education, with higher medical degrees and super-speciality programmes expected to be introduced before the institute launches an MBBS course. The MBBS programme is likely to take another three to four years, according to the institute’s medical school leadership. The Gangwal School of Medical Sciences and Technology is being developed alongside a 500-bed Yadupati Singhania Super-speciality Hospital.
NTA Exam Calendar 2026-27: JEE Main From Jan 22, UGC-NET Dec 14
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released its tentative examination calendar for December 2026 to March 2027, covering major exams including UGC-NET, JEE Main, CMAT, CUET-PG and Joint CSIR-UGC NET. The December 2026 UGC-NET session is scheduled from December 14 to 19, with December 20 and 21 kept as buffer dates. Joint CSIR-UGC NET is planned for December 20 and 21.
Higher Education Department Reviews 95% Files, Earns Rs 6.89 Crore From Scrap
The Department of Higher Education has reviewed more than 95% of its physical files and over 87% of its electronic files under Special Campaign 5.0, according to official data. The exercise covered around 1,159 locations across the country and aimed to improve record management, reduce pending work and make better use of office space.
IIT Madras Launches AI Studio to Turn Research Into Startups
The Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI (WSAI) at IIT Madras has launched an AI Studio aimed at converting research in artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science into startups. The initiative will work with researchers, academic founders and external entrepreneurs to develop research ideas into viable businesses. The studio will focus on areas such as health AI, education AI, responsible AI and Indic language AI.
CBSE Starts Month-Long Board Exam Support for Classes 10 and 12
The Central Board of Secondary Education has launched a month-long in-person academic support programme for students of Classes 10 and 12 in government schools ahead of the 2027 Board examinations. The programme began on September 14 across 10 locations in Ladakh and is designed to strengthen students’ subject knowledge, practical understanding and examination preparedness. For Class 10, the sessions focus on Mathematics and Science.