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    Higher Education Budget 2025: Outlay crosses Rs 50,000 crore; massive PMRF boost; IITs to add 6,500 Seats

    ByPsychographic Society

    In the Union Budget 2025-26, the Indian government has significantly increased its focus on higher education, with the total outlay surpassing ₹50,000 crore. This marks a substantial rise from the previous year’s allocation of ₹47,620 crore, reflecting the government’s commitment to strengthening the higher education sector.   Key Highlights: Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF): The…

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    Education Budget 2025 Highlights: Samagra Shiksha, PM SHRI see outlays rise while JNVs face cuts

    ByPsychographic Society

    In the Union Budget 2024-25, the Indian government has adjusted allocations across various educational initiatives: Increased Allocations: Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan: This comprehensive program for school education received an increase of ₹4,500 crore compared to the Revised Estimates (RE) of 2023-24. PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI): The allocation for PM SHRI schools saw a…

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    Education Budget 2025: Modi government cuts Rs 1,000 crore from minority, ST scholarships

    ByPsychographic Society

    In the Union Budget 2025, the Indian government has reduced funding for several scholarship schemes aimed at minority and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. Notably, the pre-matric scholarship for minorities has been allocated ₹326.16 crore for 2024-25, a significant decrease from ₹1,378 crore in 2021-22. The Ministry of Minority Affairs explained that this reduction is due…

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    UGC NET December 2024 answer key out at ugcnet.nta.ac.in; raise objections till February 3

    ByPsychographic Society

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for the UGC NET December 2024 session on its official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now review the answer key and raise objections, if any, until February 3, 2025. Steps to Download the UGC NET December 2024 Answer Key: Visit…

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    CUET UG 2025 application form expected soon; participating central universities, official websites

    ByPsychographic Society

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) is anticipated to release the application form for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2025 in the first week of February 2025. Prospective candidates should monitor the official CUET UG website for the latest updates.   CUET UG serves as a gateway for admission into various undergraduate programs…

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    KCET 2025 registration link active at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in; exam on April 16, 17

    ByPsychographic Society

    The registration process for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2025 is now live on the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This entrance exam is a crucial step for students seeking admission to undergraduate programs in engineering, technology, and other professional courses in Karnataka. Key Details: Registration Link: KCET Official Website Registration Timeline: Ensure you complete the…

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    NEET, JEE aspirants die by suicide in Kota, 6 cases in January

    ByPsychographic Society

    The rise in suicides among NEET and JEE aspirants in Kota, India, is deeply concerning. Kota, often referred to as the coaching hub of India, attracts thousands of students annually who come to prepare for these competitive exams. However, the intense pressure to excel, high expectations from families, and relentless schedules often take a toll…

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    UPSC CSE 2025: Fill application form on upsc.gov.in; steps to apply, OTR registration

    ByPsychographic Society

    The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 on January 22, 2025.   The application process is now open, and interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website. Important Dates: Start Date for Applications: January 22, 2025 Last Date for Applications: February 11, 2025,…

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    CSIR UGC NET 2024 certificates out for June session; download at csirnet.nta.ac.in, validity

    ByPsychographic Society

    The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the UGC NET certificates for the June 2024 session. Candidates who qualified for the exam can now download their e-certificates from the official website. Here are the details: How to Download the CSIR UGC NET June 2024 Certificate Visit the Official Website: Go to csirnet.nta.ac.in….

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    ICAI CA May 2025 dates announced; Foundation exams from May 15

    ByPsychographic Society

    The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the schedule for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) examinations for May 2025. The exams will be conducted from May 2 to May 21, 2025, across various levels.   CA Foundation Course Examination: Dates: May 15, 17, 19, and 21, 2025 Paper 1 & 2 Timing: 2:00…